Christmas
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Universal Orlando Holidays: A Festive Guide to the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
If you’re dreaming of a holiday season filled with bright lights, thrilling rides, and merry moments you’ll never forget, Universal Orlando Resort is the place to be. From beloved holiday characters to magical parades and seasonal treats, the parks transform into a winter wonderland with a uniquely Universal twist! Whether you’re visiting with little ones, teens, or just adults looking for holiday fun, Universal’s festive lineup offers something for every type of traveler. I had the opportunity to visit during this event last December and it slowly topped my list as one of my favorite things I have experienced at Universal Orlando Resort! Here are some of my must do’s…
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Christmas at Disney’s Fort Wilderness: Where Holiday Magic Glows Brighter Than Ever
There’s something truly special about Christmas at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground – a kind of magic that can’t quite be put into words until you’ve seen it for yourself. Imagine stepping into a world where twinkling lights stretch as far as you can see, the scent of campfires mixes with holiday cheer, and every golf cart, cabin, and campsite feels touched by pixie dust. This isn’t your typical holiday getaway – it’s a Disney Christmas wonderland, built by the hands and hearts of guests who return year after year to make the season sparkle. STAY YOUR WAY: Fort Wilderness offers something for everyone, no matter how you like…
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12th Night Celebration: An 18th Century Christmas Story
During the 18th century, Christmas and the holiday season was celebrated a little bit differently than it is today. Santa had yet to become popular, Christmas trees were not brought inside homes, and it was more of an adult holiday than the children’s focused holiday we have today. For four years, I worked at Pottsgrove Manor in Pottstown, Pennsylvania as their Museum Assistant. 12th Night was my favorite time of year! I loved decorating the manor house in garland with candles and enjoyed giving tours to guests where I talked about the Potts families holiday celebrations and how they were very different from what we have today. Let’s travel back…
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Merry and Bright: Celebrating the Christmas Season at the Walt Disney World Resort
Picture this: you’re walking down Main Street, U.S.A., the smell of cookies is floating out of The Confectionary, holiday music surrounds you like the warm hugs Olaf likes, Cinderella’s castle awaits, it’s snowing…wait, rewind. It’s snowing? Yup! Snow! Well, snoap, beautiful, fluffy snowflakes made of soap, if we are being technical. As a December baby, Christmas has always been my vibe. The joy of the Christmas season is infectious, and I’d likely live in a Christmas bubble permanently if I could. And living in New England often feels like winter never ends. You can’t convince me that there is anything more magical than when you combine the magic of the…
