While most are busy figuring out how to survive this year’s Christmas extravaganza, we’re here to help the early birds get a head start at next year’s Christmas holiday plans.
Book those flights and reserve those rooms, because we’re giving you the best places to consider for next year’s Yuletide season.
1. Zermatt, Switzerland
Imagine your own version of a winter wonderland right in a quaint picturesque mountain village at the foot of the Matterhorn. Boasting of snow 365 days a year, guests from all over the world gather every holiday season to witness the authentic Swiss Alps experience. Rich with cozy accommodations, winter sports activities, and car-free roads, Zermatt will transport you into a world where Christmas is seemingly celebrated 24/7.
For a true Alpine experience, we recommend a stay at one of the Luxury Chalets in Zermatt. https://www.zermatt-luxury-chalets.ch/de/ Situated in the serene area of Winkelmatten, these spacious luxury chalets give you a fantastic view of the grand Matterhorn itself.
Starting at 700 CHF (approximately PHP 35,000)/night, you and your family can cozy up in a space that harmoniously combines the tradition of Walliser style and culture.
For reservations, you may reach them via the following:
Phone :+41 79 766 64 64
Email: [email protected]
2. Copenhagen, Denmark
When in Copenhagen for the holidays, one must embody the concept of hygge: a Danish word used to acknowledge a feeling or moment, whether alone or with friends, at home or out, ordinary or extraordinary as cosy, charming or special—in this case, surrounding yourself with friends and family amidst joyous holiday festivities.
Make sure to list a visit to the Tivoli Gardens in your itinerary. Dubbed as the heart of Copenhagen, locals say that it is a must to visit the latter, most especially during the holidays. As snow falls upon its lush greenery, the Tivoli Gardens magically morphs into a winter wonderland straight out of a movie scene.
For amazing Christmas views, visit Kronprinsensgade, Nyhavn, and Kgs. Nytorv, which offers you a fanstatic view of streets and houses lined with festive Christmas lights. Kgs Nytorv is also known to have the best Christmas display in all of Copenhagen. Top the experience off by ice skating at Frederiksberg Runddel—best at night, when all the Christmas lights are up.
Cap each night by staying in Hotel d’Angleterre’s ‘D’Angleterre Suite’, which starts at 19,000 DKK (approximately PHP 151,000)/night.
For reservations, visit https://www.dangleterre.com.
3. New York City, New York
Winters in New York can be cruel, but the bravest of brave who are willing to risk it all to experience a New York type of holiday will be the ones with great stories to tell once they get back home (if ever they even decide to leave the magical city).
Celebrate the Yuletide season like a true New Yorker by taking a trip to the Bryant Park Winter Village, which boasts of an expansive Christmas Market and its signature ice skating rink. Consider visiting Dyker Heights in Brooklyn as well, where you can find over-the-top Christmas decorations. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is also a crowd favorite, as well as Central Park’s winter wonderland-esque aesthetic in the daytime. Top it off by taking snapping a pic in front of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree—because one has never really experienced Christmas in New York without it.
Of course, it isn’t the holidays without a stay at New York City’s five-star hotel, The Plaza. For a classy, sophisticated stay, we recommend The Fitzgerald Suite inspired by the celebrated author himself. The room comes with an attentive and discreet white glove butler service as well.
For something a little bit more endearing, book a stay at their Eloise Suite, inspired by Eloise At The Plaza. This quirky, bathed-in-pink suite will surely be a crowd pleaser for your little hijas.
Both suites start at $ 2100 USD (approximately PHP 106,000)/night. For reservations, visit https://www.theplazany.com.
4. Rovaniemi, Finland
Nothing says Christmas like a visit to the old Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, Finland. Dubbed the official home of Santa Claus himself, this little town turns into a sparkling epitome of yuletide cheer every Christmas season.
Marvel at what Santa’s little village has to offer, including Santa’s post office, elf school, SantaPark, and Father Christmas’ office. You can also take a dip into the village’s world famous ice spa, go ice fishing, and go on a snowmobile safari. If you’re lucky enough, you might even get a full show of the Aurora Borealis.
For a cozy, instagrammable stay, book a stay at the world famous Snowman World Glass Resort. For 500€ (approximately PHP 30,000)/night, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the harmonious merging of greenery and white crystalline snow as you welcome in Christmas.
