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Get Into The Christmas Spirit in These Towns!

Plus, tips for helpful tech while traveling

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Good morning Traveler,

We hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving holiday! In case you wanted to catch up on some happenings around the U.S. this past week, here’s a wrap-up of holiday events. This lull before the end-of-year holidays can be a fun time to explore your backyard or plan a short getaway to get you into the Holiday spirit. 

Santa made a list of lights to see and events to explore in Georgia that you can check out if you’d like to stay in the U.S. this holiday season. Want to celebrate without the chill in the air? Check out these festive Florida towns.

If you’re looking for something a little further away, here are 12 of the best Christmas towns to visit in Canada

Looking to go even further this holiday season? Here are 10 festive Christmas cities in Europe that you don’t want to miss.  

There’s so much possibility with your holiday travel, it’s just up to you to decide where you want to go! 

Wherever you decide, and whatever you do, we hope your travels are filled with joy this holiday season. 

Be Merry & Bright,

The Travel Awaits Team

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Weekly Travel Tip:

Let technology help you on your journey!

There are so many great resources that we have access to at our fingertips now through our phones, and it’s important to know which apps you can use to make your travels smoother.

Here’s a list of some of the best apps for travel, and remember to check out the rest of this article for how to use them! 

  1. Allianz

  2. AirMed

  3. SmartTraveler

  4. Waze

  5. Rome2Rio

  6. FlixBus

  7. Trainline

  8. Booking.com

  9. NPS App

  10. Rick Steve’s Europe

  11. Get Your Guide

  12. XE

  13. Global Tips

  14. NordVPN

  15. Speak and Translate

  16. WhatsApp


This seems like a long list, but you can read the article and decide which of these would be most beneficial for the trips you have planned! 

Pro Tip: I always recommend having Waze, Speak and Translate, and WhatsApp downloaded on your phone before traveling, this way you have the basics if you need them readily available! 

Santa’s List For The Best Christmas Lights And Events in Georgia

Nothing brings the holiday cheer more than a million twinkling lights and festive celebrations during Christmas time. Luckily, Georgia has holiday festivities ranging from traditional tree lightings to modern, imaginative celebrations to get you in the Christmas spirit. From the big city of Atlanta to the smaller quaint towns of Georgia, there is a wide range of holiday happenings that are perfect for the whole family.  

Travel Inspiration From Across the U.S.:

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International Inspiration:

The 12 Best Christmas Towns in Canada For Holiday Celebration

The 10 Most Festive Christmas Cities in Europe

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