There are places that don’t just celebrate the holidays — they elevate them. Think cozy Alpine villages where snowflakes drift past glowing windows, or warm tropical hideaways where bonfires light up the beach. In these magical places, the holidays aren’t rushed or commercial — they’re slow, soulful, and sincere.

Snowy chalets, tropical sunsets, cozy markets — these places make holidays magical.

Wander through the wooden stalls of Prague’s Christmas market with hot cocoa in hand, or snorkel through reefs on Christmas morning in Bora Bora. In Lapland, reindeer-drawn sleighs glide past forests lit by northern lights. In Bali, you can meditate as the New Year sun rises over the rice terraces. These aren’t just vacations — they’re portals to joy. They remind us what the holidays are truly about: wonder, connection, and presence.