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With a seemingly endless array of seasonal celebrations and ways to embrace the holiday spirit, DC shines brightly this winter. Discover beloved local traditions, like lavishly decorated hotels, European style holiday markets, tree lighting ceremonies and seasonal theater.

Spokane, Washington, makes winter a little warmer with fresh snow and glowing lights. While it's tempting to want to hibernate during the colder months, Spokane invites you to get out and enjoy the winter. From exciting winter activities to outdoor adventures, there's no excuse to stay in when the weather cools down. 

For an extra-festive winter vacation, plan a visit to Bellingham, Washington, a vibrant college town located along the Salish Sea halfway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts but also offers plenty of indoor activities and free holiday events.

This holiday season, Louisville transforms into a dazzling destination of light, laughter, and festive fun. From millions of twinkling bulbs deep underground to outdoor ice skating and snow tubing thrills, the city’s winter attractions promise something for everyone.

The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association just concluded its 2025 Global Convention in Palm Springs, California, the largest in its history. With approximately 750 delegates and 465 businesses representing 30 countries and territories, this year’s event celebrated the power of visibility, connection, and community in advancing global LGBTQ+ travel.

Starting on November 1, guests staying at Dollywood Resorts in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, will get to experience the magic of the holiday season over the course of 65 days.

The holidays in Chicago are nothing short of magical, and winter 2025 promises to shine brighter than ever with a lineup of spectacular events and beloved traditions. From the return of the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival—the largest evening holiday parade in the nation—to the glittering City of Chicago Christmas Tree in Millennium Park, the Windy City transforms into a festive wonderland each November.

There’s no better time to visit downtown Indianapolis than during the holidays, and this year, guests can experience the season in elevated style at the new InterContinental Indianapolis. Opening its doors earlier this year, the luxury hotel is celebrating its first holiday season with front-row views of one of the city’s most treasured traditions—the Circle of Lights.

When snow blankets the rolling hills of northwest Illinois, Galena Country becomes a storybook destination bursting with holiday spirit. From festive parades to candlelit strolls, the season is filled with cozy charm and timeless traditions that invite visitors to bundle up and celebrate.

Just an hour east of Atlanta, Athens, Georgia, transforms into a glowing winter destination filled with creativity, community, and festive cheer. The centerpiece of the season is Winter WonderLights at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, where from late November through early January, the gardens sparkle with dazzling light displays and immersive holiday scenes.

Vacation rentals have surged in popularity as travelers increasingly seek personalized, home-like accommodations over traditional hotels. Whether you own a small cabin, urban apartment, or beachside villa, enhancing your property’s appeal can translate into higher occupancy rates and increased income.

Spooky season has arrived, and Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance (HDR) is thrilled to kick off the Halloween celebrations with Skeleton Festival on Saturday, October 25, from 1- 5 pm in Downtown Harrisonburg.

Waldorf Astoria New York, in partnership with the legendary Maison of Guerlain, today announced the official opening of Guerlain Wellness Spa, a cutting-edge spa and wellness destination open to guests, residents, locals and visitors.

From spooky thrills to festive cheer, Whidbey and Camano Islands come alive this fall and holiday season with events for every mood. Brave the haunted halls of Frightville at The Roller Barn, explore the woods on a Whidbey Wild Mushroom Tour, or find your perfect pumpkin at Scenic Isle Farm.

Transform your daily coffee ritual into a cozy café experience with innovative brands redefining at-home brewing.

From the sun-soaked fields of Texas to the rolling hills of Kentucky and the farmlands of Nevada, a new generation of distillers is redefining American whiskey. Each bottle tells a story—of innovation, tradition, and a deep respect for craftsmanship.

Get ready to experience Jacksonville’s most thrilling art event! The Inaugural Art Dash, benefitting the Will Not Be Erased campaign, takes place Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Jesse Ball duPont Center

As the air turns crisp and twinkling lights take over the region, Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley transforms into a winter wonderland filled with festive events, cozy traditions, and cultural celebrations.

You’ve likely seen it on social media. A mountain peak of multi-colored stripes that looks so picture perfect you assume it’s AI. Yet, it is real. And if your version of queer travel involves visiting both the rainbows waving on flags, along with those striped across the earth, then you’ll want to learn how and why to visit the unique Rainbow Mountain high in the Peruvian Andes.

In Asheville, the old and the new coexist in perfect harmony. The region’s ancient Blue Ridge Mountains provide a majestic backdrop to an ever-evolving cultural landscape of fresh flavors, creative energy, and artistic innovation.