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With that in mind, its hard to think of anything more appealing than spending the holidays abroad.
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This year, many U.S. travelers will skipnearby favoritesand head to far-flung global destinations.
Among the most popular places to go for Christmas abroad?
Cities in Northern Europelike London,Madrid, andRome.
Cologne, Germany
Think: world-class shopping, stunning natural landscapes, culinary adventures, and thriving cultural scenes.
Cologne, Germany
The Germans practically invented Christmas.
Holidays should be relaxing, right?
Hong Kong
December marks the onset of the dry season, so temperatures are comfortable, with little humidity or rainfall.
Another plus for a Christmas visit to Peru?
It is relatively accessible from the United States.
Covent Garden, London
Peru from the States can be a one- to three-hour time change.
Its quick and no jet lag,Farley LansingofA.K.
Kenya
Masai Mara, Kenya
Christmastime is a special occasion in Kenya.
Hội An, Vietnam
Taylor Internationalas well as a community nonprofit.
Inspired to plan your own Kenyan Christmas holiday but want to venture off the well-trodden Big Five safari track?
Head tonorthern Kenyafor an authentic cultural experience thats off the beaten path.
Cuzco, Peru
Think: snow-covered chalets, majestic mountain peaks, and some of the worlds tallest Christmas trees.
The real draw this time of year?
Grindelwalds Advent Market, where local exhibitors sell everything from handwoven fabric to woodwork to homemade Swiss sweets.
Masai Mara, Kenya
Picture: white sand beaches, crystal clear water, and an icy drink melting in your hand.
But the best thing about the hotel?
Though its incredibly stylish, its not pretentious in the slightest.
Grindelwald, Switzerland
It feels like a members only club where everyone belongs.
Quebec City, Canada
Quebec, Canada
Want to go abroad without leaving the continent?
Visit theSalon des Artisansto shop for handmade goods from local makers, then bar-hop along the Grande Allee.
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
Paris, France
A trip toParisis always a good idea.
Or, stop by a patisserie to pick up abuches de Noellog cake.
A bon Noel, indeed!
Quebec, Canada
Not to mention,Reykjaviks art and design sceneis always worth the trip.
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Blue Lagoon, Iceland
