From cozy mountain cabins to sunny beach escapes, these family-friendly holiday destinations offer the perfect backdrop for your next getaway. Find your home for the holidays with VacayMyWay.
Make the Holidays an Adventure to Remember
The holidays are all about slowing down, gathering close, and creating memories that last long after the tree comes down. Whether your family dreams of crisp mountain mornings or sand between your toes, a VacayMyWay getaway makes it easy to celebrate the season your way.
From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, here are five family-friendly destinations where the lights twinkle a little brighter — and every rental feels like home for the holidays.
Boone, North Carolina: Mountain Magic and Holiday Cheer
In Boone, the Blue Ridge Mountains trade fall color for a dusting of snow and a whole lot of small-town holiday charm. Families can stroll through downtown Boone’s festive lights, visit a local choose-and-cut Christmas tree farm, or hit the slopes at Appalachian Ski Mountain for the first run of the season.
When it’s time to warm up, cozy cabin rentals with fireplaces and mountain views make it easy to settle in with hot cocoa and a movie night.
✨ Vacay Tip: Book early for Thanksgiving week or Christmas — Boone’s cabin rentals fill fast once the snow starts falling.
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Asheville, North Carolina: Art, Lights, and Cozy Comfort
Asheville shines this time of year, blending mountain charm with artsy holiday flair. The Biltmore Estate transforms into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights and larger-than-life trees, while downtown buzzes with holiday markets and live music.
Families can explore nearby hiking trails for crisp winter walks, then head back to a VacayMyWay rental for game night and hot cider on the porch.
✨ Vacay Tip: Try a mid-December visit to enjoy the lights without the holiday crowds.
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Smoky Mountains, Tennessee: Cabin Christmas Dreams
If your family’s idea of the perfect holiday involves a log cabin, twinkling lights, and mountain views, the Smoky Mountains deliver in a big way. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg pull out all the stops with their Winterfest celebration — millions of lights, cozy shops, and holiday parades that delight kids and adults alike.
Rent a spacious cabin with a hot tub and deck views, and you’ll have everything you need for the coziest Christmas getaway imaginable.
✨ Vacay Tip: Look for rentals with fireplaces and game rooms — perfect for family downtime between adventures.
Florida Gulf Coast: A Holiday by the Sea
Dreaming of a white Christmas — with white sand, that is? The Florida Gulf Coast is the perfect place to trade scarves for swimsuits and celebrate the holidays in the sunshine.
Destinations like 30A, Destin, and Panama City Beach come alive with light displays, parades, and festive beachside dining. Families can build sandcastles by day and stroll through seaside villages strung with twinkle lights by night.
✨ Vacay Tip: Many rentals feature full kitchens — ideal for cooking your holiday meal with a view of the ocean.
Check out our Destin properties here: Destin Vacay
Find Your Home for the Holidays
No matter where you celebrate, the holidays are all about connection — and VacayMyWay helps you find a home that brings everyone together. From mountain cabins to coastal cottages, you can skip the stress and focus on what matters most: making memories that last well into the new year.
Ready to book your family’s next holiday tradition?
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