Here Is A List Of Some Adventurous Places To Visit

Dublin

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If your Christmas cheer ideas include an authentic Irish pub crawl (we get it), then Dublin is the place for you. There’s no better way to warm up on a cold Christmas night than with some black pudding and some pints – and trust us, the city has enough cozy bars to last you through the New Year. 

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For 66 years, Saint-Martin Apostolate’s Cellar Bed in the Basement has captivated families with mechanical figures representing scenes like Noah’s Ark.

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Westbury gets even posher during the holidays, with stunning views of the lights of Grafton Street during afternoon tea.

Hong Kong

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Hong Kong’s urban Christmas offerings rival New York’s, with holiday markets, window displays, and plenty of concerts (they even have Santa Claus). Then there are lights.

The Symphony of Lights show, which runs nightly at 8 p.m., will leave you breathless with its elaborately choreographed neon light show performed at more than 40 iconic skyscrapers of the city along Port Victoria.

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Experience the symphony of lights on a harbor dinner cruise.

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As if the Ritz-Carlton wasn’t luxurious enough, the hotel hosts Christmas parties, dinner parties, and afternoon teas all season long.

Inari, Finland

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While most tourists flock to the Lappish town of Rovaniemi for Christmas, we recommend heading further north (such as within reach of the Arctic Ocean in the north) to the village of Inari.

Located in the heart of the beautiful Ivalo region, a 1.5-hour flight from Helsinki, Inari is a pure winter wonderland dotted with hotels and restaurants that keep things nice and cozy. 

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A private aurora expedition will have you sitting in a heated sleigh and sipping sparkling wine while you wait for the aurora to dance. (Life is hard, isn’t it?)

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Finnish Lapland is known for its glass igloos, as well as indoor winter activities and the beautiful cozy chalets at Aurora Village. (Heated windows ensure the snow doesn’t block your view.) There is also a daily reindeer feeding service.

Kennebunkport, Maine

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If you’re wondering where to go for Christmas like no other, look no further. Every December, this small New England town buzzes with joy during the annual prelude to Christmas, an 11-day holiday much like New England. 

One of the main attractions is the lobster trap tree. (The event will run from December 1-11 this year.) 

The Clam Shack’s lobster roll, considered one of the best rolls in Maine, will make you completely forget about the ginger and plum pie Street. It is one of the most recommended adventurous places to visit in the new year.

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Santa’s arrival at the Prelude to Christmas on a lobster boat is (obviously) the star attraction.

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The White Barn Inn is the epitome of year-round luxury in New England, but wait until you see it during the holidays.

This year’s seasonal offerings include Christmas crackers and scones by the fireplace, Christmas specials at the White Barn Inn, and afternoon tea with Santa himself.

Leavenworth, Washington

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Love the idea of ​​a Bavarian vacation but hate the idea of ​​a transatlantic flight? Enter Leavenworth. 

This town nestled in the Cascade Mountains is modeled after German Alpine villages, with timber-framed houses and epic food courts. 

As you can imagine, the city comes alive at Christmas with gorgeous Christmas lights and lots of winter sports.

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The Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum displays a collection of approximately 9,000 chestnuts from more than 50 countries. Definitely worth a stop here between skiing and snowboarding excursions.

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Icicle Village Resort is as magical as its name suggests, with a relaxing spa, in-room fireplaces, and a restaurant serving Bavarian specialties at the New Year.

London

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Christmas in London has a timeless appeal – thanks to its ornate Georgian townhouses, bustling pubs, and a bit of Dickensian charm. 

Our step-by-step guide to enjoying a London holiday includes the perfect spot for afternoon tea, a steak to enjoy after a day of gift shopping, and a martini to sip on Christmas Eve, and what just started.

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One of the most magical experiences is gliding through the frozen 18th-century courtyard of Somerset House, a vast neoclassical building off the Strand.

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Claridge’s, because there’s no better place to celebrate Christmas than in one of the best hotels on the planet.

Maldives

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Visiting the Maldives in December guarantees a white Christmas – only we’re talking about dazzling white sand, not snow. 

Although the atoll does not officially celebrate the holiday, many resorts welcome Western visitors with themed dinners and decorations. But let’s face it:

If you really want a holiday of tradition, head to Conrad Maldives Rangali Island for the Christmas tree-lighting ceremony on December 21, followed by cocktails on the beach. It is one of the most adventurous places to visit.

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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is truly one of the finest resorts in the country, famous for its lavish suites and underwater restaurant, Ithaa.

Lucky guests visiting during the holiday can also enjoy champagne and lobster barbeque on the beach, sumptuous pool parties, winter-themed spa treatments, and special day undersea dinners.

New York City

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There’s no shortage of ways to make your New York Christmas magical, whether it’s ice skating at Rockefeller Center, window shopping on Fifth Avenue, or strolling 34th Street hoping to witness a miracle.

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There’s nothing quite like over-the-top Christmas decorations in Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights neighborhood. Join a walking tour organized by the locals to make them happy this New Year.

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Square, period. (If it’s good enough for Kevin McCallister)