There’s nothing better than planning a trip around the holidays with your loved ones. What makes it even more special is when your destination is known for its Christmas charm.

As we hang the countless strands of lights around the house, decorate the tree, and wrap the gifts, some people are also packing their bags for that holiday trip they’ve waited months to take.

Thanks to Travel + Leisure, we now have 25 of the best Christmas towns across the United States from coast to coast right in one place. Luckily, we have two of the locations right here in New Jersey, Cape May, and Atlantic City.

There are 48 miles and about a 51-minute drive between the New Jersey sports that made Travel + Leisure‘s list for 2022. Both offer shopping, dining experiences, and plenty of holiday activities for people of all ages.

Scroll below to see the 25 best Christmas towns in the United States for 2022 according to Travel + Leisure.

• Here Are The Top 25 Best Christmas Towns:

• 25. Laguna Beach, California

  Winter Holidays in Laguna Beach, California

  Suggestions for what's going on in Laguna Beach during the winter holiday season. Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations, special events and more.

• 24. Natchitoches, Louisiana

  The most FESTIVE time of year is almost here—View the 96th Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights Season Schedule...

  Posted by Natchitoches Christmas on Tuesday, August 9, 2022

• 23. Atlantic City, New Jersey

  Tinseltown Holiday Experience - Holiday Events and Attractions in Atlantic City, NJ

  Tis' the season to celebrate the holiday season in Atlantic City and the surrounding area. Join with family and friends for pop-up holiday themed experiences, live music & entertainment, spectacular lighting displays and New Year's Eve events to bid farewell to 2022!

• 22. Charlottesville, Virginia

  Winter Wander | Charlottesville Christmas Lights

  Don't miss The Winter Wander at Boar's Head Resort! Our Charlottesville Christmas lights experience is like no other and is sure to bring you holiday cheer.

• 21. Cape May, New Jersey

  Christmas in Cape May - Cape May Experiences and Activities

  The Christmas season is a particularly beautiful time of the year in Cape May

• 20. Portsmouth, New Hampshire

  Holiday Festivities - Go Portsmouth NH | Seacoast NH

  The holidays in New England are cozy & beautiful, and Portsmouth is no exception. Take a holiday tour around town, go Christmas light sight-seeing & more!

• 19. Leavenworth, Washington

  Village of Lights: Christmastown - Leavenworth Washington

  November 29-December 24 Christmastown at the Gazebo Located in the heart of downtown, under half a million lights in the park,

• 18. Telluride, Colorado

  Visit Telluride Colorado | Official Telluride Tourism Board | Visit Telluride

  Plan & book your trip to Telluride, Colorado with the official destination website, the source for lodging deals, resort info, activities, webcams and flights.

• 17. Healdsburg, California

  Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce

  Healdsburg is the heart of California wine country and attracts those who love the finer things whether that's artisan shopping, luxurious lodging, excellent wine, a remarkable food culture or outdoor adventure.

• 16. Paso Robles, California

  Paso Robles, CA | Official Website

  Welcome! The City of Paso Robles, or El Paso de Robles (The Pass of the Oaks), is a general law city organized, formed, and incorporated under the laws of the State of California on March 11, 1889.

• 15. Annapolis, Maryland

  Plan your trip to Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County

  Plan your trip to Annapolis & Anne Arundel County: Savor being on or near the water, with plenty of things to do, places to stay, shopping, dining & more!

• 14. Newport, Rhode Island

  Discover Newport | Official Site for Newport, Rhode Island

  Plan your visit to Newport, Rhode Island and our nearby coastal communities! As the official tourism resource, we'll help you find fun things to do, hotels, events, restaurants, and trip planning information. Whether you're traveling for vacation or business, we have plenty to offer for everyone.

• 13. Santa Fe, New Mexico

  TOURISM Santa Fe: santafe.org

  Official Santa Fe, New Mexico tourism information, home, hotels, travel, museums, arts and culture, events, history, recreation, lodging, restaurants and more.

• 12. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

  Top Holiday Activities in North Myrtle Beach | Things To Do

  It's time to deck the halls! From unforgettable Christmas events to boutique shopping and everything in between, spend your holiday season celebrating in North Myrtle Beach. Festive fun awaits!

• 11. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  Things to Do & Attractions in Santa Rosa Beach Florida

  The community of Santa Rosa Beach offers luxury beach houses, upscale dining, and the unique artist colony known as Gulf Place as well as several entrances to Point Washington State Forest.

• 10. Park City, Utah

  Things to Do | Park City, UT

  Find the best things to do in Park City! Explore activities from world-class skiing and snowboarding to breathtaking hiking trails, festivals, and historic sites.

• 9. Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

  The Camp at Carmel Valley - The Camp At Carmel Valley

  Nestled in the rolling hills of the beautiful Carmel Valley, our glamping destination is the perfect escape into a world of wonder.

• 8. Beaufort, North Carolina

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• 7. Lewisburg, West Virginia

  Small Town Charm in Greenbrier Valley

  Artsy downtown shops, streetside cafés and artist enclaves. If we had a major export, it would be charm.

• 6. Breckenridge, Colorado

  Breckenridge, Colorado - Official Guide to Breckenridge!

  Explore the award winning Official Guide to Breckenridge! Get local advice on events and activities, search for lodging, book vacation packages and more.

• 5. Orlando, Florida

  Things to Do in Orlando | Theme Parks, Attractions & Activities

  Enjoy fun things to do in Orlando including museums, arts, shopping, outdoor adventures, and theme parks.

• 4. Nantucket, Massachusetts

  Nantucket, MA - Official Website | Official Website

  Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more.

• 3. Vail, Colorado

  https://www.vailgov.com/

• 2. Ogunquit, Maine

  Home

  Welcome to the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce! According to legend, Ogunquit (pronounced /o-gun-quit/) was named by the Abenaki tribe, because the word means "beautiful place by the sea." Ogunquit has evolved from a fishing village in Perkins Cove surrounded by farms to the bustling tourist destination it is today.

• 1. Aspen, Colorado

  Christmas In Aspen Colorado: Things To Do And See | 2024

  Thinking of spending Christmas in Aspen Colorado? Here's what you need to know about spending the festive season in this winter wonderland!

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