Are You Dreaming of a White Christmas?
"I'm dreaming of a white Christmas, just like the ones I used to know…" This popular line from Irving Berlin's musical White Christmas is one that really harkens the idea of a classic old fashioned Christmas with several feet of snow on the ground. However, if you live in an area that does not get much, if any snow, you should consider spending your Christmas in New England.
New England is the Key to a Classic White Christmas
While you can go to places like Colorado or Alaska, one is too commercial, and the other is too rural (although the culture is very interesting). You should also be aware of the extreme snowstorms that both areas get as well. Both are places that you can go for vacation, but they are not ideally the places for a tourist to spend a traditional white Christmas.
So, why should you choose New England as the ideal place to find a white Christmas? The answer is that in New England you can find the perfect blend of history and tradition. New England is the place to go if you want European and American traditions to come together in one place.
In New England, there are many quaint towns that look like they came right out of a painting. Actually, some of them have, because many artists travel to New England during the winter months and use the scenic surroundings as the basis for their paintings.
There are many different activities that you can partake of when it comes to celebrating a white Christmas in New England. Many cities have shopping events in which you can see entertainment while you shop. If you are looking to spend your Christmas in a more historical way, then consider taking a sleigh ride!
Because New England has both quaint towns and large cities, you also have the option of enjoying a white Christmas in a more cosmopolitan setting. For example, Boston, the capital of Massachusetts, has a delightful place in their Boston Common called the Frog Pond, where you can ice skate.
There are many other different events that take place throughout New England that can provide you with that white Christmas feeling. From crafts fairs to Christmas parades, the possibilities are endless! So, for more information on New England Christmas events, be sure to search the various reputable travel websites that are available. You are sure to find the best Christmas events in New England with the proper research.
