Galena, Illinois

Galena is an amazing place to get you into the holiday spirit. This town hosts beautiful and fun events. Whether you’re with your family or want to start a new tradition with friends, Galena is the perfect opportunity to experience new and exciting holiday joys.

These are the uplifting 2021 events and activities in ‘Christmas in Galena’ stay! :

🎄 Nov 27-Dec 26: Toys Through Time: Holiday Antique Toy Show

🎄 Dec 12: Night of the Luminaria and Living Windows

🎄 Dec 4-Jan 9: Warren's Festival of Trees

🎄 Dec 19: Snowflakes and Sweets Stroll

🎄 Dec 5: Christmas in the Village of Elizabeth

🎄 Feb 12-15: Winter Carnival Weekend

These events are not the only fun and amazing things to do while you stay in this lovely town. To further spread the holiday joy during your stay in Galena, you can fulfill your pleasure with horse-drawn wagon rides at Shenandoah Riding Center. Even the simplest things like taking a walk and looking at the decorated windows in town for Christmas while doing a little shopping can be something to do with your family and friends.

Have I convinced you to go? If so, I already have a way that you can get to lovely Galena, Illinois. The drive to this joyful town is about 2 hours and 59 minutes from Chicago. However, if you don't want to drive that long, just relax and take a fight. There is also a train that will easily get you there; it takes about 5 hours and 31 minutes to get to Galena. I know what you're thinking, it is not far, but where would I possibly stay? I got you covered! If you go to visit Galena website, they list all the places to stay at in Galena.

New York City, New York

The big apple is known for its wonderland like Christmas, where everyone is in awe of the magical lights that are lit up all around the city. The feelings you get when you are in New York make you feel like you are in a hallmark Christmas movie.

This lively city has many things to do in preparation for the holiday spirit:

🎄 The Winter Village in Bryant Park: nice atmosphere on account of its adjacent ice rink and places to shop and eat.

🎄 Christmas shows in New York: range from the classics to modern adaptations of your favorite tales.

🎄 Empire State Building light show: the Empire State Building holiday music-to-light show!

🎄 Holiday Markets: multiple booths with local crafts, savory treats, and hot specialty drinks.

These events aren’t the only ones happening, there are countless others that are just as good, like the Christmas Cruises of New York City. One good cruise is New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise. If you wanna stick on land, head downtown towards Herald Square and you’ll discover some of the city’s most beautiful window displays. In addition, major museums in NYC are open on Christmas Eve; the lines are short and most museums will put you in the holiday spirit.

Have I convinced you to go? If so, I have multiple ways you can get to the wonderland city of New York. One option is for you to drive there; it is approximately 17 hours and 17 minutes from Chicago, Illinois. However, if you didn't want to waste your gas, you can relax on a flight. It is only 2 hours and 10 minutes to get New York, New York from Chicago, Illinois. To help you plan your trip, you can visit this website. It will help you find a great stay while enjoying a Christmas experience in New York.

I hope you decide to go on a holiday vacation to the magical and wonderful New York and Galena. If you do, try these new experiences I have listed. Who knows, you might make this a tradition of going there every year. Have a Merry Merry Christmas!🎄

Sources:

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Galena. “Galena Country I NW Illinois: Where to Stay in Galena Country.” Galena Country Tourism, 2021, https://www.visitgalena.org/Plan/Plan/Lodging.

Expedia. “$49 - Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New York (Laguardia-LGA).” Expedia.com, 2021, https://www.expedia.com/lp/flights/ord/lga/chicago-to-new-york.

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