{"id":7633,"date":"2022-11-01T22:03:42","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T22:03:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/blog\/?p=7633"},"modified":"2022-11-01T22:03:44","modified_gmt":"2022-11-01T22:03:44","slug":"holiday-lights-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/blog\/2022\/11\/01\/holiday-lights-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Where To See Holiday Lights Across The U.S.A."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The holiday season is right around the corner \u2014 and that means it\u2019s almost time for holiday lights. In this day and age, virtually every city in the U.S. boasts some kind of \u201cmerry and bright\u201d spectacle. But which ones are worth planning an entire trip around? Below, discover the destinations with the best holiday lights for your winter 2022 vacations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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St. Augustine, Florida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It doesn\u2019t snow down in St. Augustine<\/a>, but that doesn\u2019t stop the city from pulling out all the stops when it comes to its wintry lighting displays. During the Nights of Lights<\/a> festival, which run from the end of November to the end of January, St. Augustine\u2019s classic Spanish-style architecture is enhanced by millions of twinkling white lights stretching from the ground to the rooftops. Be sure to grab a holiday card-worthy selfie in front of the towering Christmas tree in the Plaza de la Constituci\u00f3n and stroll across the Bridge of Lions to enjoy the shimmering reflections on the water below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Stay:<\/strong> Grande Villas at World Golf Village<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kauai, Hawaii<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The holidays get a tropical twist in Kauai<\/a> each year, thanks to the annual Festival of Lights<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

at the island\u2019s Historic County Building Park. With classic carols wafting through the air, the park becomes a holiday wonderland from Thanksgiving to New Year\u2019s Day, with tall coconut trees festooned with festive lights and Hawaiian-themed decorations, all designed by local artisans and students. Santa and Mrs. Claus also show up during the event, available for photos every Friday from 6-8pm.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Stay:<\/strong> Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New York City, New York<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Big Apple sparkles in the winter, adding a healthy dose of holiday magic to the excitement of New York City<\/a>\u2019s urban landscape. Rockefeller Center<\/a> is a must-visit, of course, thanks to the 77-foot-tall Norway spruce that looms high above the famed 30 Rock\u2019s popular ice-skating rink. (A fun fact: it takes five miles<\/em> of lights to decorate that tree!) For those who want to venture a bit further out, don\u2019t miss the Dyker Heights<\/a> neighborhood in Brooklyn. Here, the residents try to out-do each other each December, adorning their homes with every type of whimsical holiday decorations imaginable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Stay:<\/strong> West 57th Street by Hilton Club<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New Orleans, Louisiana<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

New Orleans<\/a>\u2019 sprawling City Park transforms into a stunning holiday attraction each year during Celebration In The Oaks<\/a>. From the day after Thanksgiving to New Year\u2019s Day, more than a million breathtaking lights adorn the park\u2019s iconic live oak trees, some of which are more than 800 years old. Visitors can either take a serene two-mile drive through this wondrous atmosphere or enjoy a walking tour \u2014 which also includes admission to the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, home to a botanic garden and 18 fun rides. Good to know: proceeds from the event go towards maintaining City Park\u2019s beautiful green space year-round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Stay: <\/strong>The Marquee Resort<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Las Vegas, Nevada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Las Vegas<\/a> is lit up like a Christmas tree all year, but the holidays see Sin City taking things to another level. Head out to Glittering Lights at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway<\/a>, a drive-through holiday lights experience like no other. You\u2019ll cruise through more than two-and-a-half miles of dazzling sights and sounds, including immersive tunnels and high-tech laser shows. For bonus ooh<\/em>s and ahh<\/em>s, visit Glittering Lights on New Year\u2019s Eve, when there\u2019s a spectacular fireworks display.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Stay:<\/strong>Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Branson, Missouri<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Branson<\/a> (AKA Silver Dollar City) shines bright during the holidays, offering visitors an array of seasonal extravaganzas from November through New Year\u2019s Day. The drive-through Lights of Joy<\/a> features fun animated displays bringing to life a host of favorite wintry characters, from Santa to Frosty. The Trail of Lights at Shepherd of the Hills<\/a> homestead thrills every year with millions of beautiful and colorful lights. And Promised Land Zoo’s Let There Be Lights!<\/a> event takes you through two miles worth of LED lights, plus a glimpse of the zoo\u2019s nocturnal creatures \u2014 and Santa\u2019s real reindeer squad! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Stay:<\/strong> Marriott’s Willow Ridge Lodge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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