Looking for a White Christmas? Go to Minneapolis, Minnesota.
It is a delicious combo of natural and festive beauty. There is Lake Calhoun for ice Skating and Lake Harriet for ice fishing.
There are also cross-country skiing and walking trail options.
Between thanks giving and Christmas you can be a spectator at the half-hour holiday parades, Holidazzle at downtown Minneapolis. You can watch the lighted fairy tale characters and floats with hot beverages readily available along the route.
Another free event is the Grand Meander, where scenes from Dicken’s “The Christmas Carol” will be acted out at various shops on the Grand Avenue.
Lets not forget America’s biggest mall, Mall of America is situated here. It has over 500 stores including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom’s. It also has a indoor amusement park and over 14 movie screens.
The mansions, houses, cathedrals and all are wreathed with decorations. Colourfully dressed guides roam the streets, thus giving the city a very traditional and warm Christmas feel.
There are also many live theatre options like Guthrie’s, Orchestra Hall or the Pantages.
Accommodation is available in plenty whether looking for a romantic trip or a fun filled trip with kids.
Ref: About.com
Source: CNN
