I am dreaming today of all my adventures of Christmas past. Lets take a trip down memory lane. Lets start first in….
New York
New York City any time of the year is magical but at Christmastime, there is something even more magical about the City. How New York City is portrayed in the movies, is very true. Everyone is moving around in such a holly jolly way. There is something festive around each corner.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
It doesn’t matter if you see this once or every year; if you are 5 or 95, the excitement in the theater is unforgettable. Seeing the Rockettes and all the different performers makes you feel like a kid again. Check out more information here
Just a bit farther out of the city, you will find….
Dkyer Heights
While this was a hike from where I am in New Jersey, but this was totally worth it. Dyker Heights is a neighborhood in Brooklyn that all the houses are professionally decorated and everything, I mean EVERYTHING is covered in lights. It was brilliant and I remember thinking “how much is their electric bills?!” The photos don’t do it justice. Check out more here
Next stop…..
New Jersey
There are so many fun adventures I’ve had in my home state, that it was hard to choose but these were my absolute favorites.
The Polar Express
This had to be one of the most fun and interesting and most Chrismassy thing I’ve done. As most of you, I grew up reading the Polar Express. I found a real working train in Whippany that took you on the ‘Polar Express’ and it was everything I would have imagined it would be. The actors, Santa, the surprises AND wearing PJs on the trip. You have to wear PJs just like the book.
We were the oldest ones there without kids. HA! It was the best time. This was the website for the exact ride I took. Its worth the money and the ride there.
White Christmas
My parents and I went to see White Christmas a few years ago at a local theater. It was such a high quality show and what a surprise when the show ended, it snowed! It was perfect ending. You can watch White Christmas on Netflix.
Bryan Setzer Holiday Concert
This was such a fun and joyful concert. Brian Setzer knows how to put on a full energy show that had a ton of Christmas Surprises.
and finally…..
Pennsylvania
There are many exciting holiday adventures to be had in PA and I cannot wait to see more of them but this is something you should not miss….
Longwood Gardens
Thanks for sharing these experiences. They all look wonderful. I hope one day to go to New York at Christmas time.
OH wow! Dyker Heights looks amazing. I haven't been back to NYC at the holidays since my grandmother was unable to travel. She and I used to spend a day shopping, eating, window shopping, taking in a show.