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Christmas getaways represent a rare opportunity for families who like to travel. No matter what stage of parenthood you're in, you can usually count on some time off from school and work for everyone to gather in one place. One of the great things about Christmas vacations is they don't have to be spent at home for everyone to have quality family time together.

In fact, some of the best Christmas vacations for families are the trips where everyone's traveling to a new and exciting destination ( or festive hotel ) that goes all in on Christmas spirit. If you're dreaming of twinkling lights and a family-friendly, white (sand or snow-filled) Christmas, here are 13 destinations around the world that do it up for the holidays . WINTER WONDERLANDS: 13 best winter vacations in the U.



S. for families 1. Singapore What do a Santa circus, immersive light show, and "snowfall" in the tropics have in common? They’re all among the ways Singapore brings Christmas to life.

The best places to celebrate are in the city’s parks. Universal Studios Singapore transforms into a winter wonderland from December 2 to January 1. Live performances, including a Santa circus, themed food and games, character meet-and-greets, snowfalls, and other surprises at Santa’s North Pole, and more holiday fun commence during A Universal Christmas.

Meanwhile, in Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay park, its famous Supertrees light up in rhythm to classical Christmas songs. A double-decker carousel, visits from Sant.

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