![Santa Claus illuminates a model of the Empire State Building at the start of winter festivities at New York's favorite destination. Photo c. ESB](https://myfamilytravels.com/content/uploads/2023/12/nyc-xmas-11152023_JMM_ESB_Scale-Model_Christmas_1323-1024x683.jpg)
Christmas In New York City – The Best Holiday Attractions
Grab the kids to experience Christmas in New York City with our guide to the best holiday attractions. The good news is that most family activities are open...
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![A 400-pound Peeps chick rings in the new year in Bethlehem, PA.](https://myfamilytravels.com/content/uploads/2018/12/PEEPS-Chick-new-year-1024x683.jpg)
Celebrate First Night On New Years
Archaeologists believe the Babylonians were the first civilization to celebrate "First Night" or the New Year. They planned an 11-day holiday tied to the vernal (spring) equinox...
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![Glittering trres and ribbon sculptures star at Blossoms of Light in Denver, Colorado.](https://myfamilytravels.com/content/uploads/2023/11/colorado-denver-ribbons-pond-blossoms-of-light-2022-gallery5-1.jpeg)
Top Holiday Lights Celebrations Across America
We love the holiday season — the decorations, starry lights, religious displays and multicultural celebrations that light up cities and towns everywhere from November to January.
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Real Christmas Tree Farms: Where and How to Harvest Your Own Tree
Family excursions make the holidays, so why not take the kids to harvest your own tree in the wild or at a real Christmas tree farm? We make it easy with...
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Kids Ski Free And Learn To Ski Passes
Make getting out on the snow your New Year's resolution with amazing Kids Ski Free and Student Learn To Ski Passes. These free and low-cost passes are available to local (and visiting)...
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![Sailboat off the coast of Martinique at Le Carbet beach in the Saint-Pierre region.](https://myfamilytravels.com/content/uploads/2023/10/martinique-le-carbet-saint-pierre-c-pexels-bella-nazaire-15410247-1024x768.jpg)
Looking For Sun : Top Kid-Friendly Winter Sun Destinations
For families looking to avoid the coldest and darkest months, there are a range of top winter sun destinations worldwide offering a winning combination of culture, physical activity,...
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![Aerial view of the Harbin International Ice Festival illuminated at night. Photo c. Modern Hotel, Harbin, China](https://myfamilytravels.com/content/uploads/2022/12/china-harbin-aerial-night-harbin-ice-festival-c-modern-hotle-harbin-1024x623.png)
Harbin Ice Festival in China – Frozen Wonderland
Harbin, China takes advantage of winter weather to transform ice and snowflakes into mesmerizing gifts, ice sculptures and lanterns to entertain locals and people...
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![The Gaylord National Harbor atrium is illuminated by LED projections and more during the holiday ICE! show.](https://myfamilytravels.com/content/uploads/2022/11/gaylord-national-ice-atrium-LED-show-1024x576.jpg)
ICE! And The Gaylord National Christmas Celebration
Head to National Harbor, Maryland, for the Gaylord National Christmas celebration,...
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