Find the magic of the season on a winter getaway to the Southeast.
Visit Charleston in South Carolina’s Lowcountry and celebrate the Christmases of Yesterday at two historic house museums, marvel at The Holiday Festival of Lights and ring in 2009 with Happy New Year, Charleston! Nearby, Beaufort kicks off the winter holiday season with a Christmas parade, boat parade, and night on the town.
Snowy white sand beaches and sparkling emerald waters of the Alabama Gulf Coast and Pensacola, FL offer a beach-style winter wonderland paired with quaint downtowns and warm hospitality. Head to the High Country in Boone, NC for a great winter escape with 120 days of snow sports and off the slope adventure in a downtown full of restaurants and shops.
Tennessee celebrates the holidays with the Chattanooga Choo Choo North Pole Limited train ride and more, a Tree Lighting and Carols event in Cleveland and with millions of twinkling lights in the Smoky Mountain town of Sevierville. Georgia’s Atlanta Metro Area combines big city amenities and small town charms in holiday performances, tree-lighting ceremonies and light displays.
Share the spirit of the season in the historic Marietta square — pay a visit to Santa, find one-of-a kind holiday gifts and a variety of great restaurants. Escape to the Southeast for a memorable winter break.
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