It’s been Christmas over at Hallmark for a while

It may be just the start of fall, but we are more than ready to indulge in some early Christmas celebrating. Thankfully, the Hallmark Channel feels the same way.

The company has just released its Countdown to Christmas Lineup and the festivities start as early as Oct. 21! Not only that, get ready to settle in for a new batch of Miracles of Christmas Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Lineup, too!

Here’s the complete list of all the upcoming movie and their descriptions (thank you, Hallmark Channel!) so you can start planning all those festive movie nights.

 

Countdown to Christmas Lineup

(All premieres are at 8PM EST unless otherwise noted.)

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The Christmas CEO, 2021 (Hallmark)

Friday, October 21: Noel Next Door

Starring: Natalie Hall (Charmed), Corey Sevier (Immortals)

A hard-working, single mom gets into a war of words with a neighbor who she feels is ruining Christmas, only to find that this misunderstood grouch just may steal her heart.

Saturday, October 22: We Wish You a Married Christmas

Starring: Marisol Nichols (Riverdale), Kristoffer Polaha (Jurassic World Dominion)

Becca and Robby are a married couple having a hard time connecting with each other as the holidays approach. Just before Christmas, they head to a cozy Vermont inn at the advice of their marriage coach so they can recharge. Their weekend away gets unexpectedly extended when a mishap puts their car out of commission and just may put them on the road to a very happily married Christmas.

Sunday, October 23: A Kismet Christmas

Starring: Sarah Ramos (Parenthood), Carlo Marks (Chesapeake Shores), Marilu Henner (Taxi)

Sarah is a children's book author who returns to her hometown, where she reconnects with her family and Travis, her teenage crush. She soon discovers that a long-held family legend might actually be true.

Friday, October 28: A Cozy Christmas Inn

Starring: Jodie Sweetin (Fuller House), David O'Donnell (In Search of Fellini)

Real estate exec Erika, travels to Alaska during Christmastime to acquire a bed and breakfast, only to discover that it's owned by her ex. While there, she finds herself falling in love with the town and quite possibly him.

Saturday, October 29: Jolly Good Christmas

Starring: Reshma Shetty (Blindspot), Will Kemp (Christmas Waltz)

David is an American architect who recently moved to London for a prime opportunity in a prestigious firm. With just three days before Christmas, he crosses paths with Anji, a professional shopper, who raises an eyebrow over his choice of a gift card for his girlfriend. David ultimately decides to hire Anji and, thanks to a series of unexpected events, finds himself on a wild adventure across Jolly Old London as Anji helps him search for the perfect present.

Sunday, October 30: Ghosts of Christmas Always

Starring: Kim Matula (LA to Vegas), Ian Harding (Pretty Little Liars), Beth Leavel (This Is Where I Leave You), Lori Tan Chinn (Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens), Reginald VelJohnson (Die Hard, Family Matters)

Katherine is a Ghost of Christmas Present and she must help one soul, Peter, rediscover his Christmas spirit. But this year has something unusual in store.

Friday, November 4, 2022: A Magical Christmas Village

Starring: Alison Sweeney (Days of Our Lives), Luke Macfarlane (Bros), Marlo Thomas (That Girl)

When Summer's mother Vivian moves in with her and her young daughter Chloe, her orderly existence is upended. Upon arrival, Vivian sets up an heirloom miniature Christmas village resembling their town, and tells Chloe it grants Christmas wishes. As Chloe begins setting up the figurines, real-life events seem to mimic the scenes she creates. With a little help from the magic of the Christmas village, the family will be brought closer together and just maybe, Summer will learn to open her heart to love again.

Saturday, November 5, 2022: Lights, Camera, Christmas!

Starring: Kimberley Sustad (Travelers), John Brotherton (Fuller House)

When a holiday rom-com movie shooting in her town needs a costume designer, Kerry, a local shop owner, steps into the role. While working on the movie, she rediscovers her passion for costume design and finds herself falling for Brad, the film's famous leading man.

Sunday, November 6, 2022: All Saints Christmas

Starring: Ledisi (Selma), Roger Cross (Murdoch Mysteries)

Lisette is a popular R&B singer who's getting ready to travel home to New Orleans for Christmas. When the media mistake a photo of her with her music producer ex as an engagement announcement, her family insists that he join her on the trip.

Friday, November 11, 2022: In Merry Measure

Starring:Patti Murin (Frozen, Chicago Med), Brendan Penny (Chesapeake Shores), Jennifer Robertson (Schitt's Creek)

When pop star Darcy returns home to spend Christmas with her sister and niece, she unexpectedly finds herself coaching the high school choir with her one time rival, Adam.

Related: This Hallmark Channel Monopoly Game Is Perfect for Your Next Mom’s Night In

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Next Stop, Christmas 2021 (Hallmark)

Saturday, November 12, 2022: The Royal Nanny

Starring: Rachel Skarsten (Batwoman), Dan Jeannotte (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), Greta Scacchi (The Terror)

Claire is an MI5 agent who goes undercover as the royal nanny. She must overcome the challenges of her assignment, like resisting the charms of Prince Colin, while keeping the family safe at Christmas.

Sunday, November 13, 2022: Christmas at the Golden Dragon

Starring:Kara Wang (Good Trouble), Osric Chau (The Flash), Sara Canning (Nancy Drew), Antonio Cupo (Blood & Treasure), Barbara Niven (Chesapeake Shores)

When Romy and Rick's parents surprise them with the news that they will be closing the Chinese restaurant they have owned and operated for decades, the siblings each find themselves reevaluating their futures. Also impacted by the news are the landmark restaurant's loyal patrons and staff, who have all come to depend on the restaurant over the holidays.

Friday, November 18, 2022: Inventing the Christmas Prince

Starring: Tamera Mowry-Housley (The Santa Stakeout), Ronnie Rowe Jr. (The Porter)

Shelby is about to quit her job as a rocket engineer when her daughter becomes convinced that her Scrooge-like boss, Evan, is the Christmas Prince from a story Shelby invented years ago.

Saturday, November 19, 2022: Three Wise Men and a Baby

Starring: Paul Campbell (Turner & Hooch), Tyler Hynes (Letterkenny), Andrew Walker (Merry & Bright), Margaret Colin (Chicago Med)

Three brothers get the surprise of their lives when they are forced to work together to care for a baby over the holidays. As they slowly get the hang of things, they find themselves on unexpected journeys of self-discovery and begin to rebuild their relationships as brothers, as well as the damaged romantic and professional relationships in their respective lives…all while rediscovering their love of Christmas.

Sunday, November 20, 2022: When I Think of Christmas

Starring: Shenae Grimes-Beech (The Detail), Niall Matter (The Predator), Beth Broderick (Sabrina the Teenage Witch)

Sara Thompson returns to her hometown to help her mother move and is surprised to find her ex-boyfriend Josh Hartman is back home. The two had once planned a life in music together but Sara left to study law. The former flames slowly reconnect and try to heal wounds, both old and new. When Sara makes a surprising discovery, she and Josh forge a bold plan for the upcoming Christmas concert that will lead them all back to their musical roots and make this a holiday to remember.

Thursday, November 24, 2022: My Southern Family Christmas – premieres at 8p ET/PT

Starring: Jaicy Elliot (Grey's Anatomy), Bruce Campbell (Ash vs Evil Dead), Ryan Rottman (Guidance), Moira Kelly (The Cutting Edge,), Brian McNamara (Magnum P.I.)

Under the guise of a journalist, Campbell has a chance to get to know her biological father for the first time – without him ever knowing who she really is. As she spends time with him and his family, as well as with the town's record keeper, she realizes that families are messy, wonderful things. In the end, Campbell must decide if she's going to keep her identity a secret or reveal the truth to her father – a decision that will change their family Christmas forever.

Friday, November 25, 2022: #Xmas – premieres at 6p ET/PT

Starring: Clare Bowen (Nashville), Brant Daugherty (Pretty Little Liars)

When Jen gets the chance to enter a brand's design contest, she poses as a family influencer, enlisting the help of her best friend, Max, and her baby nephew. When her video is selected as a finalist, Jen is torn on whether to go on with her perfect "family" or reveal the truth.

Friday, November 25, 2022: A Royal Corgi Christmas– premieres at 8p ET/PT

Starring: Hunter King (Life in Pieces), Jordan Renzo (The Spanish Princess)

Reluctant Crown Prince Edmond returns home just before Christmas in anticipation of being named successor to the throne. To ingratiate himself to his mother the Queen, he gifts her with "Mistletoe", a rambunctious Corgi in need of some serious training. After several doggy disasters, Edmond turns to Cecily, a canine behavior expert from America for help –but to his great surprise, Cecily demands that he take an active part in the daily dog training sessions. Sparks fly between them as the pair work together to get Mistletoe ready to present at the annual Christmas Ball. Just as the precious pup captures their hearts, they discover that love can grow in the most unexpected places, leading them to question what they really want.

Saturday, November 26, 2022: A Tale of Two Christmases – premieres at 6p ET/PT

Starring: Kat Barrell (Wynonna Earp), Chandler Massey (Days of our Lives), Evan Roderick (Arrow)

Thanks to some Christmas magic, Emma gets to experience two different Christmases – one where she stays in the city and celebrates with a new crush and his friends, and one where she returns home for all the traditions with her family…and Drew, a longtime friend who may have feelings for her. Emma's double holiday ultimately helps her discover what will truly make her happy in life as well as in love.

Saturday, November 26, 2022: Haul Out the Holly – premieres at 8p ET/PT

Starring: Lacey Chabert (The Wedding Veil), Wes Brown (Sweet Pecan Summer), Ellen Travolta (Charles in Charge), Peter Jacobson (House), Melissa Peterman (Reba), Stephen Tobolowsky (One Day at a Time, Spaceballs)

Emily arrives home, hoping to visit her parents, only to discover that they are leaving on a trip of their own. As she stays at their house for the holidays, their HOA is determined to get Emily to participate in the neighborhood's many Christmas festivities.

 

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Sunday, November 27, 2022: A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe – premieres at 6p ET/PT

Starring: Rachel Boston (SEAL Team), Victor Webster (Workin' Moms)

Annie Cooper has big shoes to fill when she takes over as CEO of her late grandmother's smalltown cookie company and is doing her best to help their struggling business get back on track. That task gets more daunting when her grandmother's secret recipe is stolen during the Christmas party. As Annie tries to crack the case and uncover the culprit she works with Sam, the owner of a local bakery, to recreate the recipe in the hope of saving the company and her job. As Annie and Sam bake batch after batch in pursuit of the perfect one, they begin to learn that their lives go together like milk and cookies.

Sunday, November 27, 2022: A Holiday Spectacular – premieres at 8p ET/PT

Starring: Ginna Claire Mason (Wicked), Derek Klena (Moulin Rouge! The Musical), Eve Plumb (The Brady Bunch), Ann-Margret (Bye Bye Birdie, The Kominsky Method) Featuring the Radio City Rockettes

In 1958, Maggie is an heiress from Philadelphia who puts her high-society wedding plans on hold in order to sneak up to New York City and make her secret dream come true: dancing live on stage in the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.

Friday, December 2, 2022: A Big Fat Family Christmas

Starring: Shannon Chan-Kent (Woke), Shannon Kook (The 100), Tia Carrere (Wayne's World), Jack Wagner (When Calls the Heart)

Liv is a photojournalist eager to make it on her own. To get a dream assignment – shooting the Chang family's annual holiday party for a cover story – she doesn't reveal that they are in fact, her family. When she finds herself growing close to Henry, the coworker covering the story with her, she wants to confide in him but doesn't want to jeopardize her big break.

Saturday, December 3, 2022: A Fabled Holiday

Starring: Brooke D'Orsay (Royal Pains), Ryan Paevey (General Hospital)

Talia and her childhood best friend Anderson unexpectedly reunite in a curiously familiar looking town full of Christmas spirit that restores its visitors when they need it most.

Sunday, December 4, 2022: Undercover Holiday

Starring: Noemi Gonzalez (Selena: The Series), Stephen Huszar (Tribal)

When returning home for the holidays, newly minted pop star Jaylen tells her protective family that Matt is her new beau, when in reality, he's her overzealous security guard.

Friday, December 9, 2022: The Most Colorful Time of the Year

Starring: Katrina Bowden (30 Rock), Christopher Russell (Day of the Dead)

Ryan is an elementary school teacher, who learns that he is colorblind. Michelle, an optometrist and mother of one of his students, helps bring color into his life in time for the holidays.

Saturday, December 10, 2022: Christmas Class Reunion

Starring: Aimee Teegarden (Friday Night Lights), Tanner Novlan (The Bold and the Beautiful)

High school classmates, who once dubbed themselves the "cursed class," reconnect at Christmas for their 15-year reunion. Over the course of their time reconnecting, the classmates challenge each other to remember who they were, who they are, and who they want to be.

Sunday, December 11, 2022: The Holiday Sitter

Starring: Jonathan Bennett (The Christmas House, Mean Girls), George Krissa (Road Trip Romance), Chelsea Hobbs (Poisoned in Paradise: A Martha's Vineyard Mystery)

Sam is a workaholic bachelor who babysits his niece and nephew before the holidays when his sister and her husband have to go out of town. Completely out of his element, he recruits help from their handsome neighbor Jason and finds himself in an unexpected romance.

Friday, December 16, 2022: Holiday Heritage

Starring: Lyndie Greenwood (Sleepy Hollow), Brooks Darnell (The Young and the Restless), Holly Robinson Peete (Our Christmas Journey,)

Ella returns to her hometown to mend fences with her fractured family. With the help of Griffin, her ex-boyfriend, she encourages her family to celebrate Christmas and Kwanzaa and to heal their past wounds before it's too late.

Saturday, December 17, 2022: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

Starring: Torrey DeVitto (Chicago Med), Zane Holtz (Katy Keene)

A former actress trying to break into directing tests her skills with a town's annual Christmas Eve courtroom production in which the true authorship of the famous poem "A Visit from St. Nick" is debated.

Sunday, December 18, 2022: Hanukkah on Rye

Starring: Jeremy Jordan (Supergirl), Yael Grobglas (Jane the Virgin), Lisa Loeb

A matchmaker connects Molly and Jacob, but their new romance is put to the test when they realize that they are competing deli owners. Will a Hanukkah miracle keep them together?

Related: The Hallmark Channel Has Their Own Wine & Hello, Movie Marathon

Miracles of Christmas Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Lineup

(Premiere times are 10:00pm ET/PT)

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A Christmas Treasure, 2021 (Hallmark)

Saturday, October 22: We Need a Little Christmas

Starring: Erica Durance (Supergirl), Patrick Sabongui (The Flash), Lynn Whitfield (Greenleaf)

Julie is adjusting to being a single mother to a grieving child while facing her first Christmas without her husband when she develops an unexpected friendship with her older neighbor Irene.

Saturday, October 29: Christmas Bedtime Stories

Starring: Erin Cahill (Every Time a Bell Rings), Steve Lund (Schitt's Creek), Charlie Weber ("How to Get Away with Murder)

When Danielle's husband goes missing in action during his deployment, she is left to raise her daughter on her own. Three years later, as she acclimates to life without him, she begins to tell her daughter bedtime stories of her father.

Saturday, November 5, 2022: A Maple Valley Christmas

Starring: Peyton List (Star Trek: Picard, Mad Men), Andrew Walker (Dying for Chocolate: A Curious Caterer Mystery)

Erica is a rancher who has spent her whole life working the family farm with her mother and sister. When Aaron arrives and disrupts her plans, she starts to question what it is she actually wants.

Saturday, November 12, 2022: Our Italian Christmas Memories

Starring: Sarah Power (Good Witch), Beau Bridges (The Fabulous Baker Boys)

The Colucci siblings, in an effort to jog the memory of their grandfather who is struggling with dementia, set out to recreate their late grandmother's legendary pasta sauce.

Saturday, November 19, 2022: Long Lost Christmas

Starring: Taylor Cole (Making Spirits Bright), Benjamin Ayres (Burden of Truth)

Hayley is an interior designer who plans to surprise her recently widowed mother Patricia with the perfect holiday present: the extended family she knows her mom yearns for.

Saturday, November 26, 2022: Time for Him to Come Home for Christmas

Starring: Holland Roden (Mayans M.C.), Tyler Hynes (Letterkenny), Tenille Townes (The Lemonade Stand) From Executive Producer Blake Shelton

Four days before Christmas, Elizabeth Athens receives a voicemail from a number she doesn't recognize. In his message, a man she doesn't know makes one final plea to the love of his life for a second chance. This is the fifth installment of the popular movie franchise, based on Blake Shelton's song "Time for Me to Come Home."

Saturday, December 3, 2022: The Holiday Stocking

Starring: Nadine Ellis (Our Kind of People), B.J. Britt ( Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Karon Riley (The Black Hamptons), Tamala Jones ( Castle), Mykelti Williamson (Fences, Law & Order: Organized Crime)

In this Hallmark Mahogany presentation, RJ is a new angel, who is given the chance to address his one regret, that he didn't help his sisters reconcile while he was still alive. Returning to earth as a stranger, he gets each of them to revive The Holiday Stocking, their parent's old tradition to encourage charity at Christmas.

Saturday, December 10, 2022: The Gift of Peace

Starring: Nikki Deloach (Five More Minutes), Brennan Elliott (UnREAL)

Artist Traci is a once-devout Christian who has stopped believing in God after her husband tragically died despite her prayers. As her second Christmas without him approaches, she tries going to a support group for inspiration and comfort.

Saturday, December 17, 2022: Five More Minutes: Moments Like These

Starring: Ashley Williams (Sister Swap: Christmas in the City), Lucas Bryant (Haven)

The second holiday story inspired by Scotty McCreery's song "Five More Minutes," a young widow's Christmas wish for her son is answered in unexpected ways when she returns to their old home for the holidays.

Want to please everyone? Get one of these delicious, DMV-based pizza pies for a kid-friendly dinner!

There’s a reason kid’s parties always serve pizza—it’s easy, cheap, and a universal crowd pleaser. In fact, it’s the second most popular fast food in America and a safe bet to turn to when you want to make sure everyone (and we mean, everyone, you picky eaters!) is happy with their meal. The only hurdle? Narrowing down the choices.

Washington, DC’s pizza scene has exploded over the past five years and offers a myriad of choices. From Detroit-style slices at Side Door Pizza to wood-fired Neapolitan pizza at Pupatella, we rounded up the best local pizza parlors and pizzerias for a family meal in the DMV.

We, The Pizza
You’ll find a huge assortment of pies at these pizza shops—14 to be precise—and all flavors are available by the slice. You’ll also find a huge selection of homemade sodas, including Spicy Ginger Mango Sling and Blood Orange Creamsicle Sky. They also make Italian gelato shakes for those who want their soda to float.

4201 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

2100 Crystal Dr.
Arlington, VA

1301 U St. NW
U. St. Corridor

305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
Capitol Hill
Online: wethepizza.com

Related: The BEST Pizza in Every State (& DC)

90 Second Pizza
Kids will enjoy watching their pizza spin to perfection in the 90 second oven at this Georgetown pizza joint. You’ll find chewy, Neapolitan-style pizzas that include your choice of up to three toppings. The wait here is never long; this restaurant lives up to its name and serves up fresh, piping-hot pizzas super fast (and their pies are pretty cheap). It’s a great place to grab a quick meal off M St. when strolling through G-town.

1077 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Georgetown
Online: 90secondpizza.us

All Purpose Shaw & All Purpose Pizzeria 
The folks behind Boundary Stone and The Red Hen are the creators of All-Purpose’s artisanal, Jersey-style pizzas that feature foodie toppings like hot honey and truffle oil. You can grab a pie in Shaw or near National’s Park in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood. This pizzeria also serves up notable brunch with bottomless mimosas and, for the kids, Nutella-topped banana bread.

9 Potomac Ave. SE
Capitol Riverfront

1250 9th St. NW
Shaw
Online: allpurposedc.com

Timber Pizza
Kids will clamor for the two-person swing seat at this rustic pizzeria’s Petworth location. There is both indoor and outdoor seating, but this popular spot can boast a wait. The upside? There is much to see, do, and check out in the neighborhood. Pop into near-by Loyalty Books while you wait. You can also order a pizza to grab-and-go.

Insider Tip: Follow Timber’s mobile schedule to find out when Timber Pizza is available in your neck of the woods. 

4238 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

809 Upshur St. NW
Petworth
Online: timberpizza.com

Side Door Pizza
This Detroit-style pizzeria features thick crust and sauce-topped cheese. This pizza is strictly to-go, but there is a small picnic table outside the venue for those that need to immediately dive in.

Insider Tip: If you’re having trouble locating the door, look for the red neon sign. 

909 New Jersey Ave. SE
Navy Yard
Online: sidedoorpizza.com

Pupatella
The individual pizzas at this Neapolitan-style pizzeria are generous enough you can share a pie with a little eater. Fresh toppings with unique offerings, like pine nuts, make these pies foodie stand outs. The original Wilson Blvd. location boasts car benches made from a Fiat 500 and rainbow-themed outdoor dining (with fire pits!).

5104 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

1621 S Walter Reed Dr.
Arlington, VA

1821 Wiehle Ave.
Reston, VA

2980 District Ave.
Fairfax, VA

1801 18th St. NW
Dupont Circle
Online: pupatella.com

Andy’s Pizza
If you’re craving a slice of pizza from the Big Apple head to Andy’s for some NY-inspired pies. Andy’s is the gold-standard in pizza, taking home the World Pizza Champion title last year. There are five convenient locations scattered across the DMV with all but Shaw offering sit-down dining options.

2016 9th St NW
Shaw

2001 International Dr.
McLean, VA

2465 18th St NW
Adams Morgan

51 M St. NE
NOMA

1201 Half St SE
Navy Yard
Online: eatandyspizza.com

Pizzeria Paradiso
Pizzeria Paradiso operates four restaurants in the DMV, but all eyes are on the Georgetown location if you’re dining with kids. Keep the kids occupied while you wait for your food in the game room located in the  basement bar that features skee ball, shuffleboard, pin ball or an arcade game. If you have kids who like to nibble before their meal, you’ll appreciate the olives served while you wait for your wood-fired pizza.

Insider Tip: Patrons are invited to use the game room even when the bar is closed. 

3282 M St. NW
Georgetown

2003 P St. NW
Dupont Circle

124 King St.
Alexandria VA

4800 Rhode Island Ave.
Hyattsville MD
Online: eatyourpizza.com

Comet Ping Pong
This neighborhood gem truly caters to all needs. Everyone will love the pizza (with vegan and gluten-free options), and Mom and Dad (and adventurous tykes) should save room for the wood-roasted spaghetti squash, cauliflower, and beets. Or the Tin Roof Sundae. Or both—we won’t tell.

Insider Tip: Table tennis is free, but first come, first served so get there early if you plan to play. 

5037 Connecticut Ave. NW
Friendship Heights
Online: cometpingpong.com

Uno Pizzeria & Grill
The Chicago-inspired deep dish pizza at this joint is a crowd pleaser. If you are dining on site, be sure to ask your waiter for some pizza dough for the kiddos to play with—just like Play-Doh, but not quite as eyebrow-raising if they “accidentally” eat some of that abstract dinosaur sculpture. You can even get pizza dough to go!

Insider Tip: Make-Your-Own options at this chain include table side pizza kits and DIY sundaes for kids. 

Various locations in Virginia, Maryland and at Union Station in DC.
Online: unos.com

Related: 32 Lunch Ideas They Will Actually Eat

Pizzeria Orso 
The same folks behind upscale 2941 operate this casual, Neapolitan-style pizzeria that features wood-fired pies alongside Mediterranean comfort foods like oven-roasted olives and lamb skewers. Inside, kids can ooh and aah as they watch their pizza being fired. There is also an outdoor patio.

400 South Maple Ave.
Falls Church, VA
Online: pizzeriaorso.com

Pete’s New Haven Style Pizza
Pete’s New Haven Style Apizza in Friendship Heights knows how to feed a family. These oversized pizzas are a whopping 18-inches and serve up 12 slices (enough to feed your little army!). Don’t forget to ask for the namesake New Haven white pizza with fresh clams, garlic and EVOO.

4940 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Friedship Heights
Online: petesapizza.com

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&Pizza
Get your hunger pangs in check at this conveyor-belt pizza parlor, with locations across the city. The personal-size craft pizzas are made with fresh local ingredients. A popular choice is the Farmer’s Daughter, which combines a spicy tomato sauce, spinach, fennel sausage, fresh mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano… all topped with red pepper chili oil and a cracked egg. Pickier palates can mix and match crust (there’s even a gluten free option), sauce, cheese and toppings.

1400 K St. NW
Downtown

1118 H St. NE
H St. Cooridor

1005 E St. NW
Downtown

Various additional locations in MD & VA
Online: &pizza.com

Related: ‘Za Best: 15 Pizza Recipes for Family Meals

Wiseguys Pizza
Get ready to dish up supersized slices when you purchase a pie from Wiseguys. There is only one size here, and it’s a whopping 18′.  You can build your own pizza or choose from unique offerings like Korean chicken or paneer tikka.

300 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Chinatown

2121 H St. NW
Foggy Bottom

1735 North Lynn St.
Rosslyn, VA

710 12th St. South
Arlington, VA

202 M St. SE
Canal Park
Online: wiseguypizza.com

Emmy Squared Pizza
For those that love thick-crust pizza, head to this establishment in Shaw that serves  Detroit-style in square-shapes (fun!). You’ll also find their famous burger, Le Big Matt., topping fresh pretzel rolls. Know someone who needs a square pizza in their life? Emmy Squared ships, too.

1924 8th St. NW
Shaw
Online: emmysquaredpizza.com

 

Stellina Pizzeria
Does it get better than a Michelin-rated pizza? Probably not. Inspired by Italian food carts and corner markets, Stellina restaurants feature a bottega in each store so you can buy their ingredients to make your own pizzas at home, too. If you’re dining at the restaurant, be sure to bring your pup; this place welcomes your entire family, fur babies included.

508 K St. NW
Mt. Vernon

2800 S. Randolph St.
Arlington, VA

399 Morse St. NE
Brentwood/Union Market
Online: stellinapizzeria.com

Autumn in Georgia is all about the big three: exciting corn mazes, picture-perfect pumpkin patches and hitting (at least) one of the many fall fairs and festivals going on around the state. We’re talking funnel cakes, Ferris wheels, family entertainment and cuddly farm animals. When it comes to our top picks for fall fairs and festivals, we know what Atlanta families are looking for—drool-worthy carnival food, funky attractions (bring on the Banana Derby) and info on where to ride the most epic tilt-a-whirl in the state of Georgia.

Visit These Fall Festivals & Fairs in Late August

Georgia Mountain Fair

The 71st annual Georgia Mountain Fair, held at the historic Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, should be at the top of everyone's list. You know this staple of the state's fall fairs and festivals will attract thousands of visitors from across the region, a testament to the excitement and nostalgia only the Fair can deliver to families. Beyond carnival rides (psst...those are an additional cost), families can stroll through the Pioneer Village and catch the "Old Ways" demonstrations, watch monkeys race at the Banana Derby and even meet Rollo—the "biggest little kid in the world." With first-class musical performances headlining each night and a glimpse into North Georgia's rich history and culture, the Fair provides something for every family member.

Cost: $12 for a 1-day pass; $33 for a 3-day pass; Free, kids 12 & under

Dates: Aug. 19-27, 2022
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Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival

The City of Kennesaw's Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival is back for its 21st year of good music, great food and tons of fun. The festival's roots can be traced back to the historic train depot in downtown Kennesaw where in 2000, it all started with a blues concert and local BBQ cook-off. Twenty-one years later, the festival features two days of non-stop music, excellent barbeque and tons of fun for everyone. Better wear your elastic pants to this one.

Cost: Free

Dates: Aug. 19-20, 2022
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Related: Hit the Hay! 5 Places to Hitch a Hayride Around Atlanta

September Festivals in Georgia

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Pioneer Days Festival

The Pioneer Days Festival is a small but fun carnival for kids and adults. Locals claim this festival offers the best funnel cakes around. It's an annual event people visit over and over again. For a celebration, the grounds are spotless and well kept. The ride prices are high, but it is a charitable event, so all the proceeds go to a good cause. 

Cost: $5/person; Free, kids 10 & under

Dates: Sep. 2-5, 2022
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Chattahoochee Mountain Fair

Do you have a budding artist? A crafter? A future engineer? Maybe your kids love to bake or take photos. Whatever the passion, get ready to show it off at the Chattahoochee Mountain Fair and win fantastic prizes. This Fair has been a tradition in Northeast Georgia since 1975. Your family can spend a memorable week back in the good old days of homemade treats, handmade crafts, a farm animal petting zoo and carnival rides galore.

Cost: Sun.-Thu., $5/adult; $3/kid (5-12); Fri. & Sat., $10/adult; $5/kid (5-12); Free, kids 4 & under

Dates: Sep. 9-17, 2022
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Related: Where to See Fantastic Fall Foliage in Georgia

Gwinnett County Fair

Get there when the Gwinnett County Fair gates open, and you'll get to ride without a wait. Stroll around the fairgrounds to find your favorite carnival food, and stop by all the best rides throughout the day and night. The staff is friendly, and the unique entertainment will keep everyone in your crew smiling.

Good to know: It's free to park at this fair and only clear bags will be allowed onto the grounds.

Cost: $10/person; $5 for seniors (65 & up) and kids (6-11); Free, kids 5 & under (with paid adult) and for active and retired military, law enforcement officers and fire department personnel (with ID).

Dates: Sep. 15-25, 2022
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Kiwanis Coweta County Fair

Go for the rides at the Kiwanis Coweta County Fair, and stay for the magic show, mini circus, touch a fire truck, face painting and small farm exhibit. If you love taking home a giant stuffed animal, this is the fall fairs and festivals top pick for you. There may be more games than rides. In addition, this fair supports local organizations.

Cost: $5/person; Free, kids 5 & under

Dates: Sep. 15-25, 2022
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Pumpkin Festival: Play by Day, Glow by Night

Head to Stone Mountain Park and take a journey through classic storybook tales that come to life with glowing lights, massive carved pumpkins, bubbles, fog, and plenty of not-so-spooky adventures happening day and night. Families can Play by Day with mini golf, pumpkin carving stations and displays and a ride on a cool locomotive. Then the lights go down for Glow by Night shenanigans that will have everyone talking. Walk through a tale of buccaneers and buried gold at Treasure Island, follow Dorothy as she is swept from Kansas to Oz and help Alice make it through the Queen of Heart's maze to catch the White Rabbit. From the new laser light show to the nighttime party parade, there's so much to do after the sun goes down that's guaranteed to tire out your little pumpkins.

Cost: starting at $35

Dates: Sep. 17-Oct. 30, 2022
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Related: All Aboard! A Local Guide to Locomotives for Little Engineers

North Georgia State Fair

Get ready for the 90th annual North Georgia State Fair, where the lights are bright and "The Human Cannonball" is ready to fly. This year, the entertainment lineup includes big names such as Josh Turner, The Afters, Michael Ray and many more. Also, don't forget to check out the American Bull Riders on the last night of the Fair. It's one of the most exciting shows in town this fall. Hint: We know your tots will love the new-this-year Puppy Pals comedy stunt show.

Good to know: A new fair policy only allows for clear bags this year, so keep that in mind when you're packing up your kid extras.

Cost: $10/person; Free, kids 10 & under

Dates: Sep. 22-Oct. 2, 2022
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Mark Your Calendars for These October Fall Festivals & Fairs in Georgia

Georgia State Fair

The grounds of Atlanta Motor Speedway fill with the sights and sounds of one of the state's largest fairs each year. If you have a dinosaur lover in your house, don't miss the Jurassic Kingdom at the Georgia State Fair, where little ones can touch a "real" dinosaur. Many rides at this fair are great for little kids, and the family magic show will surely delight young and old alike.

Cost: $10/adults; $5/kids (5-12) and seniors (65 & up); Free, kids 4 & under

Dates: Sep. 30-Oct. 9, 2022
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The Georgia National Fair

Celebrate fall with free concerts on all 11 days of The Georgia National Fair. And this year, you get to be the judge at the First Annual Georgia National Fair Food Fight. Vendors submit a new food creation they have never offered at the Georgia National Fair, and you'll get to help pick the winner. Oh, and the best part? Fireworks each night. Boom!

Good to know: Check out the Special Admission and Discount Days to save some green.

Cost: $15/adult; Free, kids 10 & under (with paying adult)

Dates: Oct. 6-16, 2022
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Related: 50 Fall Activities to Jumpstart Your Favorite Season

Cumming Country Fair & Festival

Just 40 minutes north of Atlanta, the Cumming Country Fair & Festival combines rides with the American Bullriders Tour, the Miss Cumming Pageant, concerts, and festival fare for ten fun days.

Cost: $10/person; Free, kids 10 & under

Dates: Oct. 6-16, 2022
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Georgia Apple Festival

The Georgia Apple Festival brings two exciting weekends to Ellijay, Georgia every year, with hundreds of vendors offering food, art, crafts, and more and visitors from all over. 2022 marks the 51st year of the event, and there will be loads of handmade, hand-crafted items, many on-site demonstrations of how selected types of crafts are made, and a parade and antique car show.

Cost: $10/person; Free, kids 12 & under

Dates: Oct. 8, 9, 15 & 16, 2022
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Elberton 12-County Fair

Voted "One of the 10 Great Places for Blue Ribbon County Fairs" by USA Today, the Elberton 12-County Fair features a carnival midway, nightly prize drawings, handmade goods competitions, and enough rides to fill your day and night with fun. Don't forget to cheer on your favorite primate jockey in the highly anticipated Banana Derby. 

Cost: $5/person; Free, babies under 1

Dates: Oct. 13-23, 2022
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Georgia-Carolina State Fair

For the 2022 Georgia-Carolina State Fair, expect more rides than before in addition to livestock competitions, arts and crafts, the Miss Georgia-Carolina State Fair competition, and fun fair food. And you can join the cheering and jeering for the Bad Boyz of Wrestling as they entertain the crowds with a professional wrestling exhibition.

Cost: $5/person (advance); $8/person (at the gate)

Dates: Oct. 14-23, 2022
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North Georgia Agricultural Fair

The North Georgia Fair has been a Northwest Georgia cultural tradition since 1949. Today, the Fair offers a valuable community service for Northwest Georgia through its recognition of those seeking to improve agricultural standards, its promotion of education, and its stimulation of youthful participation. But it's not just about the farm. The Fair has partnered with Drew Expositions to bring you the rides, thrills, and fanfare of what you expect.

Dates: Oct. 20-30, 2022
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—Angelica Kajiwara & Shelley Massey

Seeing a show during the holidays is a tradition for many families. Lucky for New Yorkers, there’s lots to choose from here. From shows for little ones to modern circus, or perhaps an outdoor light show this year. We’ve rounded up the best holiday shows this season here! (Looking for Nutcracker shows? They’re here!) [Editor’s note: with the recent Covid surge in NYC, some shows are suspending or ending runs. Double-check a show’s status before making plans!]

(Don’t forget: Starting December 14th, children aged 5-11  will be required to show proof of one vaccination dose for indoor dining, fitness and entertainment. Starting December 27th, New Yorkers aged 12 and older will be required to show proof of two vaccine doses, instead of one, except for those who have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.)

Theatrical Productions

Radio City Christmas Spectacular with The Rockettes

MSG Productions

[The Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring The Rockettes canceled the remainder of its 2021/22 season run.]

The Rockettes are back, baby! And they’re even bringing back a beloved number to celebrate. The addition of “Snow”, which turns the stage into a winter wonderland, brings the total of numbers in the classic, 90-minute holiday show to nine. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring The Rockettes runs from November 5 to January 2, 2022, and tickets are on sale now.

$49 and up
Nov. 5, 2021- Jan. 2, 2022
Radio City Music Hall
1260 Sixth Ave.
Midtown
Online: rockettes.com

 Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas

nyc christmas shows

Based on Jim Henson’s beloved television special, this show takes audiences to Frogtown Hollow where Ma and Emmet Otter risk what little they have to make each other’s holiday dreams come true. Featuring a cast of performers with puppets from Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, and a toe-tapping score by legendary songwriter Paul Williams, this merry musical is recommended for ages five and up. 

Tickets: $25 and up
New Victory Theater 
209 W. 42nd St. 
Times Square 
646-223-3010
Online: newvictory.org

'Twas the Night Before…By Cirque du Soleil

nyc xmas shows
Errisson Lawrence

Cirque du Soleil’s exhilarating spin on the beloved Christmas tale returns to the Hulu Theater for the holidays—its previous run at the venue sold out all 25 performances. The production marks Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever Christmas show and is a flurry of Christmas cheer, rip-roaring fun with hugely lovable characters and of course, incredible and entertaining physical feats.  

Dec. 9 - 27
Tickets: $40 and up
Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
4 Penn Plaza
Midtown
212-465-6000
Online: msg.com

Big Apple Circus

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Robert West

Heads up: Big Apple Circus is returning to Lincoln Center with a new show, “Making The Impossible, Possible!”, helmed by world-renowned aerialist, high wire artist and Guinness World Record holder, Nik Wallenda. Acts joining Wallenda include Johnny Rockett, a combination of Evel Knievel & Charlie Chaplin (shown here), and Alan Silva from America’s Got Talent who will act as the circus' Ringmaster. Plus: an incredible cast of circus acts from around the world. Snag your tickets now—the show debuts on November 11!

Nov. 11 - Jan. 30, 2022
Tickets: $25 and up
Lincoln Center 
Midtown 
Online: bigapplecircus.com

CocoMelon LIVE! JJ's Journey

Image courtesy of Moonbug Entertainment and EMC Entertainment

This live production is a journey through the world of CoComelon, featuring all the favorite characters and over 20 songs, including new original music. When JJ and his family are putting on a show, JJ needs some help writing his own song. Along the way he learns that by using his imagination, he can create, solve problems and have wonderful adventures. 

Dec. 4 & 5, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m
Tickets: $51 and up
Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden
4 Penn Plaza
Midtown
212-465-6741
Online: cocomelonlive.com

The Elf On The Shelf: A Christmas Musical

Ken Ek

Yes, the holiday tradition is now a musical. The Elf on the Shelf: The Musical is a spectacle of music and dance that transports audiences to the North Pole to glimpse the magical lives of Santa’s Scout Elves. Featuring an original story and score, dazzling sets and costumes, and heartfelt moments, this joyous show celebrates the splendor of the season.

Sun., Dec. 26, 2 & 7 pm.
Tickets: $45
Kings Theater
1027 Flatbush Ave. 
Flatbush
Online: kingstheatre.com

30th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic

Courtesy of the Apollo Theater

The 30th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic presented by the National Double Dutch League, returns to the Apollo stage—bringing together national and international communities of jumpers. Act fast! This sells out and tickets are getting snapped up! 

Sun., Dec. 5, 1 p.m.
Tickets: $25/individual, groups of 10 or more $25/person 
253 West 125th St.
The Apollo Theater
Harlem
1-800-745-3000
Online: apollotheater.org

Light Shows & Displays

 

Winter Lantern Festival

Winter Lantern Festival

This lantern display returns to the New York City area with three locations for 2021. At Snug Harbor on Staten Island, check out ESCAPE: over eight acres of luminescence you can walk amongst and through. (It's back for the third year at this spot.) In addition to the lantern display, there will be a live DJ, projection mapping, food vendors, and more. 

Starting Nov. 25, the Queens County Farm Museum will host  Illuminate The Farm, an immersive and radiant world of color. It's a dazzling display of festive holiday lights and handmade lanterns in the shape of flowers, tractors, favorite farm animals and more. 

Finally, Long Island's Nassau County Museum of Art hosts "A Bug’s Night", a drive-through immersive experience. Roll through over 20 acres of vivid lanterns and holiday lights in the shape of flowers, bugs, animals. 

ESCAPE
Oct. 22-Jan. 9, 2022
Tickets: $25/adults; $17/ages 3-12; Holiday week, $30/adults, $17/ages 3-12
Snug Harbor Cultural Center
1000 Richmond Terrace
Staten Island, NY
Online: nycwinterlanternfestival.com

A Bug's Night Drive Through Adventure
Oct. 22-Jan. 9, 2022
Tickets: Wed.-Thurs., $35/car, Fri-Sun, $50/car; Holiday week (Dec. 24-Jan. 2)/$60/car
Nassau County Museum of Art
One Museum Dr.
Roslyn, NY
Online: nycwinterlanternfestival.com

Illuminate the Farm
Nov. 25-Jan. 9, 2022
Tickets: $25/adults; $17/ages 3-12; Holiday week, $30/adults, $17/ages 3-12
Queens County Farm Museum
73-50 Little Neck Parkwy
Queens
Online:nycwinterlanternfestival.com

Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights 

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Julie Larsen Maher

This popular animal-themed light and lantern display returns to the zoo starting November 19. See 260 lanterns representing almost 70 animal and plant species from around the globe. This year, 79 new lanterns representing 30 new animal species will make their debut at the zoo. But the Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights is more than a display: activities and entertainment include ice-carving demonstrations, stilt-walkers, puppet shows, a holiday train and even treats like s’mores. Tickets must be purchased in advance. 

Select dates Nov. 19-Jan. 9, 2022
Tickets: $40/adults; $25/kids 3-12, $34.95/65 and up
Bronx Zoo
2300 Southern Blvd.
Bronx
718-220-5100
Online: bronxzoo.com

LuminoCity Festival

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LuminoCity Festival

The LuminoCity Festival, a spectacular display of larger-than-life figures lit from within returns to Randall’s Island this winter. ‘Shine Again’ is the theme of the event, which features exhibitions of spectacular light art displays inspired by the traditional art of Chinese lantern festivals. “Lumio”, the LuminoCity Festival mascot serves as your guide through the fantastical landscape, which features new displays for 2021. The all-new ‘Lumi’s Utopia” will include 3D sculptures made from drawings by six young artists, while “Lumi’s Friends” will feature light sculptures of social media pets @smoothiethecat & @turboroo. 

Nov. 12 - Jan., 2022
Tickets: $22-$76, timed entry 
Whitney Pond Park
133 Valley Rd.
Manhasset, NY
Online:  luminocityfestival.com

Lightscape at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Lightscape is coming to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden this winter. A new after-dark, illuminated spectacular lightscape celebrates the beauty of nature in winter with a festive one-mile trail winding through the garden’s 52-acre landscape, animated by dazzling light, color, and sound. More than 18 distinct works of light art will be on view, among them the Cathedral of Light tunnel, a Fire Garden on Lily Pool Terrace, and the Field of Light, an animated light installation covering Cherry Esplanade.  A series of new light-based artworks by local artists will be featured as well.  Lightscape was launched at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in London in 2014, and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden is the show’s only U.S. East Coast venue.

Select dates, Nov. 19- Jan. 9, 2022
Tickets: $34/adults; $18/ages 3-12, free/age two and under 
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
150 Eastern Pkwy.
Prospect Heights
​​718-632-7200

Online: bbg.org

NYBG Glow

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NYBG

This walk-through light experience debuted in 2020, and it’s back and bigger for the 2021 holiday season. Glow is billed as “an outdoor color and light experience”, along a 1.5-mile winding path. Expect washes of brilliant color, thousands of dazzling LEDs, illuminated plant stories, and whimsical, picture-perfect installations that reflect the surrounding gardens and collections. Make it a double feature and check out the popular New York Botanic Garden Holiday Train Show while you’re there. (The garden offers a combo ticket.) 

Select dates, Nov. 24, - Jan. 22, 2021
Tickets: $35/adults; $20/kids
2900 Southern Blvd.
Bronx
718-817-8700
Online: nybg.org

 

— Mimi O’Connor

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If 2022 isn’t a year for some major revenge travel action, we don’t know what is. New hotels and all-inclusive resorts are popping up both stateside and internationally in 2022 and we cannot wait! There’s a new resort near Walt Disney World, some awesome glamping spots and even new family-friendly resorts as far as Australia for those who really need to get away. Many offer refundable booking options so there’s no reason not to get a trip on the books!

U.S. Destinations

The Virginian Lodge

The Virginian Lodge | Jackson, WY
Situated in the charming town of Jackson, home to some of the most epic skiing in North America, The Virginian Lodge is the ideal basecamp to access the world-class outdoor recreation in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park. The 165 all-new, mid-century style guestrooms and suites feature warm wood accents and campy, retro furnishings creating spaces that are authentically western and efficient for the modern adventurer. 

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Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown | Boston, MA
Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown will open in the heart of Boston’s historic Haymarket—America’s oldest outdoor market—in early 2022. Guests can enjoy scenic views of Boston’s Greenway and North End from their balconies and grab burgers at the hotel’s restaurant. The hotel is also within walking distance to the historic Freedom Trail, a must-do for many visitors.

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Conrad Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA
Conrad Los Angeles will be a new addition to downtown Los Angeles, which is seeing one of the largest development booms in nearly a century. Located in the city’s cultural hub with access to some of the most prominent arts and entertainment venues in the city, the 28-story luxury hotel will offer spacious accommodations featuring a bold and contemporary design, a world-class spa, California-inspired culinary experiences, a rooftop terrace and private pool deck with views of downtown LA.

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Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown Convention Center | Nashville, TN
Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown Convention Center will open in the heart of downtown Nashville adjacent to Music City Center and next to Bridgestone Arena, making this all-suite hotel a perfect home base for those exploring downtown Nashville. Popular tourist stops like Fifth and Broadway, Nashville’s newest dining and shopping, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Ryman Auditorium and Lower Broadway’s entertainment district are a short walk away. 

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Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | New Haven, CT
Talk about going green. Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection by Hilton will open in 2022 as the country’s first Passive-House certified hotel and first net-zero energy hotel. The hotel will generate 100% of its own electricity, powering its 165 guest rooms and suites, an American restaurant and bar, solar parking canopies and more.

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Tru by Hilton/Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown | Minneapolis, MN
This reimagined dual-brand property connects to the Skyway and is just three blocks from Minneapolis’ riverfront parks. For the sports aficionado, Vikings and Twins games are both within a mile. 

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Sensei Porcupine Creek | Rancho Mirage, CA
As Sensei’s second retreat and first United States mainland retreat, Sensei Porcupine Creek will convert a 230-acre private estate into an ultra-luxury wellbeing experience. The tranquil and intimate setting will feature a small number of hotel rooms in the former estate house, as well as private villas clustered throughout the luxurious property. The retreat features a state-of-the-art diagnostic center, yoga and fitness pavilions, a relaxing swimming pool and the culinary delight of Sensei by Nobu. 

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The Line Hotel | San Francisco, CA
The 236-room hotel will be home to four distinct dining experiences including a landscaped rooftop solarium which will enjoy panoramic views of the City. The 12-story Flat Iron-inspired building is a contemporary interpretation of the area’s historic architecture. The project also includes 242 residences and a dedicated space for the local non-profit theater company, Magic Theater.

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Albert Hotel | Fredericksburg, TX
This new property in the Hill Country hot spot of Fredericksburg will celebrate the legacy of noted local architect, historic preservationist and man-about-town Albert Keidel. The project, led by Austin-based New Waterloo, includes the renovation of the Keidel Family home, built in 1860; the Brockmann-Kiehne House, built in 1870, Keidel Pharmacy, built in 1906; and White Elephant Saloon, built in 1888. Upon completion, the 110-room boutique hotel located on Fredericksburg’s historic and charming Main Street will feature four distinct food and beverage concepts, an on-site spa, shaded lawns and courtyards connecting to event space and a sunken limestone pool and lounge.

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The Hythe, Luxury Collection Resort | Vail, CO
The Hythe, Luxury Collection Resort, Vail, a brand-new luxury resort concept in the heart of the Rocky Mountains is set to debut this winter 2021. Guests of The Hythe will enjoy elevated interiors to include a vivacious and welcoming arrival and lobby experience, four brand new food and beverage concepts, exclusive mountain forward excursions and much more. The Hythe’s entirely transformed interiors will offer respite and intrigue for sun-kissed and windswept explorers. 

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Caribe Royale Resort | Orlando, FL 
After an extensive, multi-million dollar renovation, the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando will debut a completely reimagined luxury travel experience for families, couples and groups—all just 1.5 miles away from Walt Disney World. Come 2022, guests will be able to check in to brand new 1-bedroom suites or 2-bedroom villas (large enough to accommodate six people plus pets!) for an epic Orlando getaway. Offering shuttle service to Walt Disney World and Disney Springs, guests staying at Caribe Royale Resort will also be able to enjoy an array of leisure and family-friendly experiences right on-site, including lounging—or splashing—by the property’s main pool (featuring a 75-foot waterslide).

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The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages | Shelter Island, NY
Cape Resorts announces its newest hospitality project in Eastern Long Island with the acquisition of The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages on Shelter Island, NY. The project is a partnership with the Petry family, which has owned and operated the hotel since 1961. Currently undergoing an extensive renovation, the waterfront hotel and its 16 private cottages are scheduled to open the summer of 2022. Nestled on 7+ acres of Shelter Island’s Crescent Beach overlooking the Shelter Island Sound, the 49-room luxury destination resort will feature several exclusive amenities and facilities, including private beach and pool services, a full-service spa, a 100-seat restaurant, and bicycles for touring nearby shops and attractions.

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Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection | Napa Valley, CA
Set on over 700 acres of rolling vineyards and farmland in the southern section of Napa Valley’s wine-growing region, Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection will embody the “new Napa” with experiences that seamlessly blend local culture with of-the-moment offerings that nourish the mind, body and soul. The resort will include 78 airy hotel cottage suites, all featuring outdoor terraces with fire pits and views of the property’s vineyards and the Mayacamas Mountains. Stanly Ranch will also encompass 70 vineyard residences, together with 40 villas, Hale House, an Auberge spa founded on restoration and recovery, and a working winery and farm. The resort will offer four unique dining venues that pay homage to local farmers and makers and a behind-the-scenes look at wine country with a unique range of immersive experiences. ​​Embracing its 100-year Napa Valley history, Stanly Ranch has undergone an evolution from a working ranch to a deeply-rooted luxury destination, capturing the casual, honest luxury of culture and cultivation.

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Getaway | Boston, New Orleans, Minneapolis, Kansas City and Indianapolis
Getaway, the hospitality company that offers mindful escapes to tiny cabins in nature, will be opening new locations near New Orleans, Minneapolis, Kansas City and Indianapolis as well as a second location near Boston, the market where Getaway’s very first cabin is located. The expansion adds a total of 224 cabins, bringing Getaway’s Outpost count to 20 and cabin count to 829—up from 13 Outposts and 487 cabins at the end of 2020. The new Outposts are slated to open by mid-2022.

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The Slate Hotel | Denver, CO
Located at the site of the historic original Emily Griffith Opportunity School, The Slate Hotel will pay tribute to the campus’ legacy within Denver The redevelopment of the 2.4-acre landmark preserved the historic buildings and will pay homage to the former school with thoughtful design touches and experiences. The 4-story, 135,000-square-foot property will add 251 guest rooms to downtown Denver.

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Hotel Tupelo | Tupelo, MS
Tupelo’s first boutique hotel, Hotel Tupelo, will sit in the heart of Fairpark District and will feature 79 spacious, urban-inspired guest rooms and suites, a new concept restaurant and bar from a notable local chef, locally inspired artwork, amenities from Tupelo makers and more. The hotel also promises to be pet friendly and is curating a special package for their pup guests. 

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Grand Bohemian Hotel Greenville | Greenville, SC
Marriott Autograph Collection property Grand Bohemian Hotel Greenville will be the first luxury boutique hotel in Greenville that sits on downtown's most prized piece of real estate overlooking the Greenville’s Falls Park, Reedy River and the iconic Liberty Bridge that crosses it. Guests will be greeted by a grand lobby complete with floor-to-ceiling windows that feature downtown Greenville views. The 187-room hotel will also have an art gallery, wine room, library, spa, and multi-story restaurant and bar that overlook the river. 

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TETRA Hotel, Autograph Collection | Sunnyvale, CA
TETRA Hotel, Autograph Collection offers understated luxury and design-conscious options in Silicon Valley's dynamic landscape. The 186 stylish guest rooms and suites feature minimal design, touches of technology and organic elements that intertwine to create an environment of refined tranquility and balance. A rejuvenating, heated outdoor pool and sundeck on the third floor and state-of-the-art gym with Peloton bikes allow guests to submerge their worries and reemerge refreshed.

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AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park | Sunnyvale, CA
AC Hotel Sunnyvale Moffett Park joins the adjacent sister property, TETRA Hotel, an Autograph Collection hotel, as the all-encompassing leisure hub within Sunnyvale and Moffett Park, connecting visitors with the surrounding community. Located in Moffett Park, an upscale neighborhood in the heart of Silicon Valley, the property is designed following LEED Silver criteria and will feature 164 guest rooms and suites across five floors and includes indoor and outdoor event space. 

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Conrad Nashville | Nashville, TN
Ideally situated in the heart of Nashville’s Music Row neighborhood, Conrad Nashville effortlessly blends urban sophistication with refined elegance to create a retreat within the bustle of the city so guests never just stay, but stay inspired. Designed for the modern traveler, the luxe property caters to guests through its design, culinary and artistic offerings which include an open-air and locally inspired kitchen, stylish poolside experience and a state-of-the-art wellness center. The shimmering glass building is comprised of 234 beautiful and overly spacious guest rooms, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer incredible views of the city.

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Hyatt House/Hyatt Place Houston Texas Medical Center | Houston, TX
The 14-story, 350,000-square-foot Hyatt House/Hyatt Place Houston Texas Medical Center is slated to be branded as a dual Hyatt hotel and extended stay facility; the property will feature 159 hotel rooms under the Hyatt Place flag and 139 extended stay rooms under the Hyatt House brand. The project, at 7329 Fannin St. near the corner of Fannin and Old Spanish Trail, is being developed by Houston-based developer Satya Inc. 

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The Pad Hotel/Hostel | Silverthorne, CO
The Pad is a brand new boutique hotel/hostel in Silverthorne. Located along the Blue River, The Pad is being sustainably constructed with 18 shipping containers and is on track to becoming the first Certified B Corporation for a Colorado-based lodging company. Featuring 36 rooms ranging from private higher-end suites to dorm-style bunks, The Pad offers affordable rates with high-end amenities, such as an on-site restaurant, a rooftop bar and event space, a coworking space, riverside patios, artwork commissioned by local artists, a hot tub and more.

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Humbird Hotel | Sandpoint, ID
The Humbird Hotel will open its doors in early 2022 as the first boutique hotel in the area, providing a new ski-in/ski-out lodging experience. Expect gorgeous views of Lake Pend Oreille and a new restaurant/bar for relaxing after a day of adventures in the mountains. The décor will be a nod to the unique character and history of the North Idaho ski community.

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Pendry Park City | Utah
Set in the heart of Canyons Village at Park City Mountain, the spectacular ski-in, ski-out Pendry Park City will offer a modernist take on a traditional alpine lodge. Paying homage to the surrounding mountain landscape, the resort will boast warm, natural design elements that create a contemporary, open feel, and will feature 153 guestrooms, suites, and residences, each offering floor-to-ceiling windows and curated artwork. Guests and locals alike will enjoy access to four distinct restaurants and bars, a deluxe Spa Pendry and fitness center, a heated rooftop pool with a destination bar, Pinwheel Kids Club, and more than 7,000 square feet of indoor event space.

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The Wall Street Hotel | New York, NY
Housed in the historic Tontine Building that originated as the city’s first Stock Exchange in 1729, the sleek, residentially inspired retreat will boast 180 spacious rooms and suites, a fine dining restaurant featuring a Michelin star chef, and a stylish rooftop bar and lounge with outdoor terrace

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Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences | Singer Island, The Palm Beaches, FL
Comprising more than seven acres of prime oceanfront on Palm Beach County’s Singer Island, the wellness resort will extend 155 guestrooms, 34 grand luxury wellness suites, and a four-story spa featuring meditation gardens, tranquility pools, outdoor Patanjali yoga classes, and sleep specialist services

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Pendry Washington D.C. | Washington, D.C.
Located within The Wharf – the city’s latest waterfront neighborhood – the stylish design hotel will feature 131 guestrooms, three signature dining and bar concepts, Spa Pendry and fitness center, and 5,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting spaces

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The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection | Los Olivos, CA
Set on a historic piece of land populated with old-growth palm trees and close to the many nearby vineyards, The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection originally served as a popular stagecoach stop during the California gold rush years. Considered the social center of the Santa Ynez Valley through the 1930s, the property has remained a lively local landmark, revered and enjoyed for generations. Opening in 2022 as The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, the resort will feature 67 luxury guest rooms and cottages that blend the simplicity of modern farmhouse design with the eclectic style of nearby ranch life. Guests will enjoy a culinary program that elevates the Central Coast and celebrates the seasonal flavors of Los Olivos at an open-air destination restaurant. 

Canada

Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville
Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville will make its debut in the highly sought-after Yorkville neighborhood of Toronto, an area known for trendy shopping and elegant dining. The hotel, part of a mixed-use residential development, will offer 178 guest rooms, an indoor pool and a restaurant and café. 

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Club Med Québec | Québec, Canada 
The four-season, all-inclusive mountain resort Club Med Québec will be Club Med’s first in Canada, just 90 minutes from Québec City in the Le Massif de Charlevoix region. With over 300 rooms spread across 300+ acres, the resort will feature locally inspired culinary experiences, sweeping views of the scenic St. Lawrence River and surrounding mountains, unlimited ski-in/ski-out access and year-round activities including skiing, biking, and hiking, and activities traditional to the region like ice skating and dog sledding. 

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W Hotel
Say hello to Toronto’s newest and most sought-after hotel destination located in Yorkville, where work is always followed by play. Surrounded by iconic art galleries, the city’s best shopping, and world-class dining, the brand-new W Hotel is an urban oasis of culture and style with unexpected like a on-site podcast studio.

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Ace Hotel Toronto
Ace Hotel Toronto makes its home in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world in 2022. Designed in partnership with acclaimed architects Shim-Sutcliffe, Ace Hotel Toronto is inspired by the multicultural amalgam of the city in the first Canadian outpost for the popular U.S. brand. Built on the city’s rich traditions and history of materials and innovation, Ace Hotel Toronto is a global hub open to ideas old and new.

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Andaz Toronto–Yorkville
Hyatt Hotels' ANDAZ brand will make its first Toronto appearance with the ANDAZ Toronto–Yorkville hotel. The 160-room property will boast more than 15 luxury suites, over 12,000 ft² of event and conference space, a spa, and other amenities, including food and beverage spaces. The hotel will occupy floors 4 through 16 of a new luxury mixed-use tower, offering more than 15 luxury suites, more than 12,000 square feet of event and conference space, food and beverage experiences, a spa, and more.

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Qube Hotel Toronto
If you’re looking for a new hotel in the heart of the entertainment district, Qube Hotel Toronto is the perfect new property.  Located at the historic Westinghouse Canada building site at King and Blue Jays Way, this new hotel will be just a short walk away from the new Mirvish + Gehry Development, Rogers Stadium, Scotiabank Arena, The CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium. It will also have its own new museum on-site, The Theatre Museum of Canada. 

Mexico/Caribbean/South America

Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya

Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya
Nestled among verdant tropical vegetation and overlooking the Caribbean Sea's turquoise waters, the Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya will provide a secluded haven for travelers that are inspired by Tulum’s lush landscape and picturesque beaches. The hotel’s selection of accommodations ranges from contemporary and sophisticated master suites to governor and presidential suites. Guests can explore their palate at eleven world-class restaurants and bars that serve an array of cuisine options from Mediterranean and Asian to a special Chef’s Table dining experience. End the evening by unwinding in one of the hotel’s oceanfront pools.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort
Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort will welcome guests to one of the top-rated beaches in the world—Eagle Beach. As the widest beach in Aruba and known for its pristine and soft white sands, Eagle Beach is the perfect location for taking in the stunning blue waters of the Caribbean or partaking in a variety of water sports. Guests can enjoy Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort’s spacious suites, multiple restaurants and bars, two pools (including one for kids), and close access to attractions, dining and entertainment. 

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Hilton Tulum All-Inclusive Resort
The 735-room oceanfront Hilton Tulum All-Inclusive Resort will introduce travelers to an upscale all-inclusive vacation experience. The resort will offer nine pools, 13 restaurants and bars, a luxury spa, a private beach and more. The hotel is also located less than 25 miles from underwater caves, amusement parks and the Tulum city center.

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Waldorf Astoria Cancun
Set on 100 acres of secluded coastline, this new 173-rooms and suite luxury resort will deliver a truly unforgettable experience for guests. Expect breathtaking ocean views, plunge pools, private balconies, upscale amenities and more. 

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Rock House | Providenciales, Turks and Caicos   
2022 brings the opening of Grace Bay Resorts’ anticipated new luxury resort Rock House, further elevating Turks and Caicos as a coveted destination for luxury travelers. As a response to the all-inclusive beach resorts typically found in the Caribbean, Rock House will be a cliffside Mediterranean-inspired hideaway, offering guests privacy and space—two priorities for travelers in today’s world—through spacious studio suites and single-family homes. 

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Bitter End Yacht Club | Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands 
Following a four-year closure and a complete rebuild and reimagination rooted in its sense of place and storied history, Bitter End Yacht Club, a 64-acre island outpost located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands is set to reopen its doors. Bitter End 2.0 will see a new nautical village, anchored by buildings that function in vastly improved capacities to past landmarks—the Clubhouse Restaurant, the Quarterdeck Marina building, the Watersports Center, and the Reeftique shop. Joined by a Kid’s Activity Center, a Provisions Market, and an exciting new beach bar.

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Hotel La Compañía | Casco Antigo, Panama
Hotel La Compañía, Casco Antiguo celebrates Panama’s storied past and will serve as a place where the destination’s history comes together with the modern Casco Antiguo experience. The hotel’s unique design and architectural plan focus on three distinct wings—Spanish Colonial, French Colonial and American Beaux Art. The design-forward hotel will become a living museum, immortalized and feature 88 luxurious guestrooms, five restaurants, two bars, a rooftop sky lounge, spa, and fitness center, among much, much more. 

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Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa® | Cancun, Mexico
Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa® is a 540 all-suite resort that promises an “Authentic Cancun” experience with a blend of classic hospitality, contemporary chic, signature dining, and activities for all ages. To deliver on its promise, Royal Uno® offers guests an exclusive dining experience at its Mexican-cuisine restaurant, Palotinte®; along with waterfront access to one of the highest-rated beaches in Cancun.

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Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya
Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya, a five-star resort, will feature 355 guestrooms and suites that blend island design and luxury comfort. Guests will enjoy incredible gourmet dining at the resort’s five restaurants and five bars created with a promise of cuisine crafted to perfection, premium cocktails, unforgettable experiences, personalized service and wonderful live entertainment. Plus, the resort will feature a massive pool, luxury spa, fitness center and a dedicated meetings & events space.

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Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton | Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica 
The 106 LEED-certified residences at Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton are positioned beside Costa Rica’s two prized jewels: Corcovado National Park and the Pacific Ocean’s Golfo Dulce. Botánika Osa Peninsula serves as a jumping-off point for immersive ocean and rainforest experiences from paddling alongside a gentle 40-foot whale shark to hiking the Finca Raices de Osa Farm to indulge in hand-caught tilapia. Guests will lay their heads to rest in striking open floor studio, 1-, 2-, or 3-bedroom rainforest residences outfitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, oversized terraces and a private rooftop lounge area fit for nature viewing and stargazing. 

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Villa La Valencia | Los Cabos, Mexico 
Located on the corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, Villa La Valencia will debut the longest lazy river in Los Cabos. The 1,148-foot lazy river will feature an art-mural bottom and complimentary pool floats. The brand new resort overlooks a wide, sandy stretch of pristine shoreline where guests will find a luxurious oasis complete with contemporary suites, multiple fine dining concepts and a stylish cocktail bar. Property-wide water features are accented by tropical landscaping and include a breathtaking infinity pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean and an adults-only pool. 

 

Europe, Middle East & Africa

Sea Breeze Santorini Beach Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton

Sommerro | Oslo, Norway
An iconic and historic neighborhood building turned luxurious art-deco hotel, Sommerro will open its doors in Norway’s healthy and happy capital in September 2022. With panoramic views of Oslo, the hotel is housed in the former headquarters of Oslo Lysverker, the city’s original electrical company, and will be a modern tribute to Norwegian cultural heritage, revolutionizing the city’s hospitality landscape with a strong focus on social interaction and eco-conscious experiences. A community in its own right, Sommerro will be home to an abundance of restaurants, bars, and event spaces including the city’s first rooftop pool and sauna, as well as a unique wellness space in the basement where the building’s original public baths will be restored. On the floors between, a retreat from the demands of the day can be found in the hotel’s 231 luxury rooms and suites and 56 branded residences, which will be spread across the original building and a newly designed extension.  

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Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia
Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia will have 107 guest rooms, each with its own private garden or terrace and views of the Chia lagoon. Guests have three terrific dining options, La Terrazza, Sa Mesa and Bar Bollicine. The hotel’s Conrad Spa will also offer six treatment rooms, a spa bar, a yoga studio and a state-of-the-art gym.

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Conrad Rabat Arzana | Morocco
Featuring 120 spacious guest rooms, Hilton’s first luxury hotel in Morocco will offer spectacular ocean views. Guests will be able to experience breathtaking surroundings while enjoying locally inspired food and beverage at two hotel restaurants. Conrad Rabat Arzana will also offer a full spa and salon.

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Hampton by Hilton Doha Old Town | Qatar
Situated in the Old Salata district, Hampton by Hilton Doha Old Town will feature 221 modern guest rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, juice bar, 24/7 snack bar, work zone and fitness center. It will be conveniently located close to Doha attractions such as the corniche, the Museum of Islamic Art, the National Museum of Qatar and the famous Souk Waqif. It will also be in close proximity to the banking district and the Emiri Diwan Palace, and just 12 kilometers from Hamad International Airport.

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Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | U.A.E.
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah will boast a range of restaurants and bars as well as a spacious eforea spa. With excellent facilities and amenities, a beachfront location and friendly service, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah promises to become a destination of choice for travelers.

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Lost Property St. Paul's London, Curio Collection by Hilton | England
Lost Property St. Paul’s London, Curio Collection by Hilton, will open this spring to offer stunning views of St. Paul’s Cathedral and other London landmarks. Guests can dine at the hotel’s restaurant and enjoy close access to some of London’s most visited tourist attractions. 

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Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak | Netherlands
Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak will provide convenient access to some of Rotterdam’s top attractions, including the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Old Harbour, Maritime Museum Rotterdam and Cube Houses. It’s also just a few minutes' walk from Rotterdam’s must-see Markthal, where visitors can shop and explore indoor food stalls and restaurants.

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Sea Breeze Santorini Beach Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton | Greece
Sea Breeze Santorini Beach Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton will be Hilton’s first location on the glamorous Greek island of Santorini. The 37-room hotel draws inspiration from Santorini’s iconic blue and whitewashed architecture and incorporates the island’s rugged natural beauty with stone walls and organic wooden textures. Each room will boast private terraces and a hot tub or pool. Guests can choose from two restaurants and two bars for a relaxed bite to eat or cocktail, with two of the outlets being located on the resort’s private beach. With two pools, a spa, fitness facilities and loungers by the beach, guests can alternate between working up a sweat, getting pampered, soaking up the sun, and cooling off in the water.

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Banyan Tree AlUla | AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Previously known as the Ashar Resort, Banyan Tree AlUla is nestled against sky-high rock formations in a pristine valley, blending into sands that surround it with epic views from each of its one-, two- and three-bedroom Pool Villas. The resort will add 47 new units which will bring the accommodation’s total number up to 79 high-end villas, along with a luxury spa and several gourmet restaurants, including Alban, the property’s all-day restaurant serving leisurely culinary delights and Saffron—Banyan Tree’s authentic and celebrated Thai restaurant. This will all be guided by a sensitive design that allows each villa to blend discreetly into the striking natural scenery of the Ashar valley, located nearby the Kingdom’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hegra.  

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Waldorf Astoria Kuwait
The 200 luxury guest rooms at the new Waldorf Astoria Kuwait will be just feet away from world-class shopping and dining, thanks to its location in Avenues Mall—a destination with more than 1,100 shops and a movie theater. The hotel will also be home to the award-winning Japanese restaurant concept ROKA and will feature an exclusive Club Lounge as well as an awe-inspiring 13,560 sq ft Waldorf Spa. Kuwait City Center, historical and cultural sites, and the Grand Mosque of Kuwait are just a short 15-minute drive away.

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Atlantis The Royal Resort | Dubai, United Arab Emirates 
Atlantis The Royal Resort is set to be Dubai’s most impressive new hotel. The 795-room resort surges 43-stories high and will feature 17 world-class restaurants, many of which will host celebrity chefs such as José Andrés, Gastón Acurio, Ariana Bundy and Costa Spiliadis. Crafted by the world’s leading designers and architects, guests will have access to an expansive sky pool, ocean views, a wellness program and more. 

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Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira | Topuito Islands, Mozambique 
An adventurous new destination and Banyan Tree Group’s very first flag in the continent of Africa, Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira is located 10km off the coast of Mozambique, situated on the private Island of Ilha Caldeira. The island is part of Primeiras and Segundas Archipelago, Africa’s largest marine reserve—home to 20% of Mozambique’s intact living corals. Set amidst pristine beaches and reefs, the 100% solar-powered luxury resort will feature 40 private pool villas with stunning views of the Indian Ocean, providing guests a time to connect with its unexplored natural surroundings and embrace the local flavor and culturally rich heritage. 

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Cabot Saint Lucia
Set on a 375-acre peninsula on the northern tip of Saint Lucia, Cabot Saint Lucia will include Coore & Crenshaw’s first Caribbean golf course. Residents and guests will have exclusive access to the very best in amenities, including three restaurants, world-class Cabot Spa, full-service beach club, wellness center, excursions with the Cabot Explorers team and more. 

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Passalacqua | Lake Como, Italy
Built in the 18th century by Count Andrea Lucini Passalacqua, Passalacqua is set on the shores of Lake Como and has hosted historic leaders from Napoleon Bonaparte to Winston Churchill. Sister property to the iconic Grand Hotel Tremezzo, the stately, ultra-luxury mansion retreat will extend 24 stylish suites designed and curated by one of Italy’s most renowned hotelier families – Paolo, Antonella, and Valentina De Santis. Committed to preserving its heritage, Passalacqua will showcase original features, including hidden passageways, centuries-old beamed suites in forgotten stables, and glasshouses with ancient fruit trees. Guests can enjoy the lakeside swimming pool and open-air gym set in the olive groves, vintage boat trips from the private dock, and partake in a variety of wellness and culinary experiences in the manicured gardens such as spa treatments, yoga sessions, farm-to-fork dining, and movies under the stars.

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TOA Hotel & Spa | Zanzibar, Tanzania
Set on a private white sand beach in Pongwe on the east coast of Zanzibar, the tranquil Indian Ocean oasis will include 86 contemporary guestrooms including eight luxurious suites, three swimming pools, a deluxe spa, a signature restaurant, three buzzy bars, and a relaxed café.

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sly Berlin | Berlin, Germany
Located in the city’s trendy Friedrichshain neighborhood, Berlin’s coolest new hotel will be housed across four modernized buildings, interconnected via inviting open courtyard spaces and a striking 2,368 square-foot greenhouse. Comprised of 150 guestrooms and suites, some boasting private balconies, sly Berlin’s interiors will showcase a fusion of nature and urban culture, featuring solid oak wood, Italian serpentine stone, stainless steel, and Brutalist concrete touches. Other highlights include a well-equipped gym and a large rooftop sauna with sweeping city skyline views.

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ON Residence | Thessaloniki, Greece
The lights at the historic "Olympos Naoussa" are about to turn on again. Thessaloniki will welcome not only a legendary restaurant that brings back the glamour of a bygone era, but also a unique hotel that aims to redefine luxury hospitality in Greece’s co-capital. 
A true seafront jewel in the heart of the city with unobstructed views of Thermaikos bay, ON Residence marks a new chapter for the TOR Hotel Group, one of Greece’s most established hospitality firms, operating since 1925. 

Australia

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The Langham, Gold Coast
The Langham, Gold Coast will feature 169 well-appointed rooms and suites on the Gold Coast of Australia, as well as the Jewel Residences by The Langham, which will include 170 serviced apartments. Located on Surfer’s Paradise, the hotel and serviced apartments are in the central and tallest of the three landmark towers that will encompass the Jewel development. It is the first and largest development with direct beach access to be built in the coastal city in the last 30 years. The Langham will feature a casual grab-and-go café, a lobby lounge, a pool bar and a podium sky terrace with another bar overlooking the ocean, as well as the first location of The Langham’s celebrated and Michelin-recognized T’ang Court in Australia, serving award-winning Cantonese cuisine in a 90-seat restaurant with two private dining rooms. 

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Ritz Carlton Melbourne
Destined to be an attraction in its own right as the tallest hotel in Australia, upon arrival at the Ritz Carlton Melbourne guests will enter the hotel lobby via the porte-cochere and take a direct elevator straight to the hotel’s sky check-in on level 79, offering panoramic views across Melbourne’s CBD and beyond. Featuring 263 luxury hotel suites with quality finishes and furniture, guests will enjoy state-of-the-art bathrooms, breathtaking views, and luxurious amenities including day spa, restaurants and bars, concierge services, function rooms, business centre, 500-seat grand ballroom and outdoor garden terrace.

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Peppers Richmond
The latest Peppers outpost, and third in Victoria, Australia, Peppers Richmond will be situated on the historic Bridge Road in Melbourne’s lively inner-city suburb of Richmond. Featured facilities in the 80-room hotel will include a restaurant, state-of-the-art gym and rooftop bar with views over Melbourne Cricket Ground and the botanic gardens. Owing to its location, the bar in particular is expected to become a go-to destination during major sporting and cultural events for both locals and hotel guests.

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Shangri-La Hotel, Melbourne
Sapphire by the Gardens will be a new luxury development, including the long-awaited Shangri-La Hotel, Melbourne. When completed, the five-star Shangri-La Hotel will include 500 guestrooms with three levels of amenities, including a sky lobby, restaurants, spa, fitness center, pool and ballroom. The second tower will include 300 luxury residential apartments as well as office space. A sky bridge will connect the two towers and retail space will occupy the lower levels of the development.

Asia

Hilton Maldives Amingiri

Conrad Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai will open as Hilton’s largest Conrad hotel in the Asia Pacific region. Located in People’s Square in the heart of Shanghai, the hotel offers quick access to museums and historical sites during the day and lively nightclubs after dark.

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Hilton Hiroshima
Catering to both business and leisure guests, Hilton Hiroshima will feature 420 rooms, four restaurants, a fitness center and spa, an indoor swimming pool, a chapel, and more. Located in the central business district of Hiroshima City, the hotel is within short driving distance to Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, and other historic highlights.

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Hilton Maldives Amingiri
Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa represents the debut of Hilton’s flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, in the Maldives. Located on Amingiri Island in the Male Atoll, this hotel will offer 109 beach and water villas—each with its own private pool. Large parties can book the hotel’s exclusive six-bedroom villa for celebrations and reunions. All guests can explore the culinary offerings of the hotel’s six restaurants and bars—including an adults-only champagne and gin bar, rooftop “teens-only” zone and more. There’s also a Kids’ Club.

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Hilton Singapore Orchard
After a major refurbishment, the 1,080-room Hilton Singapore Orchard will open in March 2022 in the heart of Singapore’s most famous retail district, as the largest Hilton hotel in Asia Pacific. Already open for reservations, the flagship-branded landmark hotel will showcase botanically-inspired modern rooms and suites, and five curated world-class dining experiences—including the internationally acclaimed Osteria Mozza by Nancy Silverton, award-winning Chatterbox, and two Michelin-starred Shisen Hanten. The hotel is also one of the largest event venues in the city with 16 versatile spaces and two pillar-less ballrooms, making it an ideal destination for business travelers. Guests also enjoy direct access to a four-story shopping gallery.

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The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong | Hong Kong
Located in Hong Kong’s Southside district, home to the iconic Victoria Harbor and the city’s renowned Ocean Park, the eco-conscious oceanfront resort is the next much-anticipated international launch from The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts. The luxury hotel – perfect for couples, friends, solo visitors, extended families, and business travelers – will offer 425 guest rooms and suites overlooking the South China Sea, including children-themed rooms and two signature suites with private pools. Additional features include four diverse restaurants, an outdoor infinity pool and kids’ lagoon pool, an indoor kids’ play zone, a luxury spa and fitness center, and versatile indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces, including a 5,600 square-feet pillar-free grand ballroom.

—Kate Loweth

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“Here we are, Marv. New York City. The land of opportunity!” ‘Tis the season for Christmas classics, including Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. And if you really want to make the season memorable, you can book a special package through The Plaza Hotel that lets the whole family recreate your favorite movie moments.

Your exclusive stay starts with checking into a luxurious guest room, followed by a private four hour limo ride around New York City. You’ll be treated to a hot cheese pizza and visit all the top sites as you relive Kevin McAllister’s tour. Along the way you’ll see the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Radio City Music Hall and much more!

Once you’re back at the hotel, it’s time to enjoy a giant Home Alone sundae. It’s 16 scoops of ice cream, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, M&Ms, brownie bits, chocolate, caramel and raspberry sauce. It’s definitely Kevin approved, just grab a few extra spoons!

You can purchase the “Escape to New York” offer year-round and the hotel website states that you can book up to three days prior to check-in. Blackout dates apply and rates vary depending on room type. If you’re going to the Big Apple, might as well do it big!

––Sarah Shebek

Featured image courtesy of The Plaza Hotel

 

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One of the best ways to break up the long months of wintertime is to take the kids on vacation. Whether you prefer skiing and snowshoeing trips to embrace the snow or you want to bury your toes in the heated sand on a beach, we’ve got you covered. Here are some family-friendly travel suggestions that are ideal for securing quality time with your favorite people over winter break.

See the Splendor of a National Park in Utah

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Play: National Parks are definitely America’s best idea and exploring the great outdoors is such a healthy and fun activity for families. Utah’s first and most popular national park, Zion National Park, is a great destination for the winter months. Seeing the multi-hued sandstone cliffs, slot canyons and wildlife (bighorn sheep, mule deer, bats and a mammal called the petite kangaroo rat) are what draw visitors to this park all year long. Due to relatively mild seasonal weather, travelers can go on super scenic drives, hiking and cross country skiing. Take the kids on a ranger-led winter hike or participate in the Junior Ranger program to earn a badge. The best part: the crowds have thinned out, and you’ll feel like you have the park all to yourselves like nature intended.

Other activities nearby, outside of the park, include St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site, Washington City Aquatic Center, and ghost towns in Grafton, Silver Reef, and Old Irontown.

See Why Kids Love Aruba

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Play: Aruba, known as One Happy Island, is the ideal warm-weather destination for families in the southern Caribbean Sea. Not only are there excellent beaches, like Palm Beach and Baby Beach, but also the island is chock-full of kid-friendly adventures worth exploring. For animal lovers, visit the island’s Ostrich Farm, Butterfly Farm, Donkey Sanctuary, and Philips Animal Garden. For adventure seekers, take an off-road safari or UTV tour with De Palm Tours and see the California Lighthouse and Arikok National Park. Snorkel cruises are another way to get on the water and enjoy the super-charged sunshine that the island offers.

Stay: To make planning easier, stay at the all-inclusive Barceló Aruba and spring for the Royal Level, which includes perks like personalized check-in, exclusive dining, complimentary Wi-Fi, accommodations on higher-level floors and room service. 

All-Inclusive Ski Vacation in Quebec

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Play & Stay: If a ski vacation is on your must-do list, you'll want to check out this brand-new Club Med resort that will make schlepping all that ski gear that much easier. A vacation at Club Med Québec provides guests with all the luxuries of an all-inclusive vacation while also allowing travelers the opportunity to immerse themselves in Canadian culture. Guests can enjoy activities like ice skating, dog sledding, and sugar shack visits.

The spacious accommodations echo the character of the region with the colors of Québec (winter white, twilight blue, and yellow sun) emulated through decor and other rooms feature elements like blond wooden floors and lofty ceilings akin to the warmth of the region’s ancestral homes. The resort also features three on-site restaurants that serve locally inspired cuisine like fondue and raclette, local Québec cheeses and charcuteries, freshly baked cookies, and Québec’s famous maple taffy and are decorated to celebrate different gastronomical elements tied to Québec: hunting, fishing, agriculture, foraging, and livestock farming. 

Channel Elvis in Hawaii

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Play & Stay: Leave your passport at home and fly to the Hawaiian Islands. The islands of Lanai and Maui are full of adventures that are perfect for families. The Four Seasons Resort Lanai can arrange cultural experiences for families like hula dance lessons, ukulele instruction, floral leis making, and even an oral history lesson given by Lanai’s elders. Take a guided island tour in a UTV, go sailing on a catamaran, stroll through the botanic gardens, and lounge by the lagoon-style swimming pool at the resort. Enjoy a sunrise hike to Puu Pehe, or Sweetheart Rock, go horseback riding, or snorkel in the warm water—the options are endless.

In Maui, the Valley Isle, try your hand at outrigger canoeing, visit the Ali’i Kula Lavender Garden, see sharks at the Maui Ocean Center, and go snorkeling to see a wide variety of colorful sea wildlife. Older kids, ages 12 and older, might like to try tandem paragliding with Proflyght. During the winter months, you can see migrating humpback whales and nothing beats seeing the sunrise at Haleakala National Park, where you can see a massive volcano.

Winter in New York City

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Play: Visiting New York City in the winter is an enchanting experience for families—the city is still alive and electric in the chillier months. Create enduring memories for your family by ice skating at Rockefeller Center and seeing the larger-than-life Christmas tree, watch the ball drop in Times Square on New Year’s Eve, or visit one of the many incredible museums—Museum of Modern Art, American Museum of Natural History, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Complex, Guggenheim Museum, and of course, the Statue of Liberty. For something really special, take a behind-the-scenes tour of Yankee Stadium, visit the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular (you can also do a backstage tour of the music hall) or see The Nutcracker at The New York City Ballet.

Stay: The city is full of great overnight possibilities. The Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel has a fantastic midtown location, a fitness center, a complimentary crib if needed and extra space in their Parlor Room with a built-in Murphy Bed, plus kids 12 & under eat free. Other family-friendly hotels include Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel, which is pet friendly and has a cool Terrace Suite with panoramic views of the city and New York Marriott Marquis, with family connecting suites, restaurant options and concierge services.

Check out our ultimate guide to New York with kids here.

Backpacking and Day Trips in America’s Southwest

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Play: Finally, something for the older kids in your family—backpacking and day hiking in some of the most beautiful parts of America’s southwest. Imagine how proud your tween will feel when she hikes for multiple miles, from beginning to end, and learns about geology along the way. If you don’t want to worry about how to get from point A to point B, and you don’t want to pack gear or figure out food options, check out Four Season Guides—they lead groups and private hiking trips through Havasu Falls, Yosemite, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

See Grand Canyon National Park like you’ve never seen it before—dip below the rim and hike past layers and layers of various geological history to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and stay at the famous Phantom Ranch before heading back out of the canyon on the beautiful Bright Angel Trail. Everyone will love the physical challenge and remember the adventure for years to come. 

Pro Tip: Invest in a good pair of hiking boots—Vasque has quality trail footwear for kids—and break them in before your trip to prevent sore feet or blisters.

Find out more: fsguides.com

Home Sweet Chicago

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Play: If you ask any Chicagoan what they love the most about their city, they’ll likely say they love the culture—museums, theater, restaurants—sports, lakefront and neighborhoods (Chicago has more than 100 neighborhoods). Take the kids ice skating at Maggie Daley Park’s ribbon. Visit the Art Institute of Chicago, Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum (you’ll love the new Maximo Titanosaur), and the Museum of Science and Industry—all of the museums have a free or discounted admission day and nearly all have sleep-at-the-museum overnight opportunities. Travel 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile and check out 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, home of the sky-high moving platform TILT, that gives you a kaleidoscopic view, high above the city. Take your family to a fun-for-winter show via Broadway in Chicago, Drury Lane, First Folio, Marriott Children’s Theatre, or The Chicago Theatre—check the websites to see what productions are running. 

Stay: Hotel EMC2 is a modern hotel with robots that deliver anything you’ve forgotten or need. Another cool option is the Intercontinental Chicago where you’ll find a stunning pool, Michael Jordan’s Steak House, and an onion dome that was meant (but not used) to dock blimps before the Hindenburg disaster.

See our favorite Chicago events and happenings here

Be Trendy in T-Town

Kate Loweth

Play: Toronto is a diverse and bustling metropolis that offers a plethora of indoor and outdoor adventures for culture seekers. It’s easy to see why this Canadian city is rising to the top of the list for best places to visit for multi-generational families. Explore gems like the Art Gallery of Ontario, Royal Ontario Museum, Hockey Hall of Fame and Toronto Botanical Garden. Thrill seekers will be challenged walking around the top of CN Tower—on the outside—116 stories high. And, of course, with a lot of immigrants—half of the population was born outside of Canada—you’ll have plenty of dining options to choose from (not everything is covered in bacon and maple syrup either).

Stay: Is there anything better than a hotel with an indoor water slide? We don't think so. The Chelsea Hotel is the perfect spot for families visiting Toronto and their four-story water slide is just one of the reasons that you'll love it there. The hotel has two-bedroom suites that are perfect for visiting families, as they come with a full kitchen. In addition to the corkscrew water slide, the hotel has a kids club where you can drop off your little ones for some play time with the resident bunnies while you enjoy a meal out.

Check out our Toronto guide here

Go Greek in Tarpon Springs, FL

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Play: Do you want to feel like you are in a different country, exposing your kids to a rich culture, without ever leaving the states? Check out Tarpon Springs, Florida, a small town with the highest population of Greek-Americans of any city in the U.S. Families will love seeing the sponge fisherman working on the Sponge Docks on Dodecanese Boulevard. You can even take a cruise and watch a sponge diver, wearing a vintage suit, dive down and pull out a fresh gooey sponge. Enjoy the sweet sunshine and walk along the street full of shops, restaurants and museums full of Greek heritage. Opa!

Stay: Say goodnight on 900 wooded acres at Innisbrook, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort. You’ll be minutes from the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and a stone’s throw from Tampa International Airport. The resort has a relaxing atmosphere, with a spa, multiple restaurant options, and a large Loch Ness Monster Pool with slides. Kids can take golf or tennis lessons, go fishing, have fun in the kid’s club, and rent bikes to explore the area. 

Wisconsin Wonderland

Wendy Altschuler

Play: From snowmobiling to cross-country skiing to sledding to snowshoeing to dog sledding to ice fishing to fat bike winter riding—you won’t run out of outdoor things to do in Wisconsin during the winter months. Beginners will love learning how to downhill ski at Granite Peak, Christmas Mountain, Alpine Valley, Devil’s Head Resort, Cascade Mountain and Mt. Crosse, among other places. Visit the Wisconsin Dells, the waterpark capital of the world, for indoor slide and amusement park fun. For something truly special though, visit Door County in the winter months, when it’s quiet, peaceful and not flooded with tourists. Take a horse-drawn carriage, go snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, and check out one of the many events happening throughout the 75-mile-long stretch between Green Bay and Lake Michigan. 

Stay: Book a cozy stay, in the middle of the forest, at Sunrise Shores Log Cabin in Sturgeon Bay, Door County. The cozy cabin, with a large front porch and side-screened porch, is within walking distance to a public beach, dogs are welcome, and your entire family will love the warm stone fireplace.

Explore Art in Houston

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Play: Of course, the fourth largest city in America will be ripe with fantastic museums, dining and shopping, and Space Center Houston is an obvious standout, but there’s something else that Houston offers young visitors: art. Toward the end of November, families can go to Hue: Houston Urban Experience Mural Festival, part of Houston Art Week, to see artists from around the world use a variety of techniques and color to brighten up urban landscapes. Mural tours will be available during the event as well as throughout December. After seeing the street art, bring your family to the Museum of Fine Arts Houston where kids can take part in weekly family programming including Creation Station, Family Tours and Story Time.

Pro Tip: The Houston CityPASS allows families to visit several museums and attractions throughout the city, like the Houston Zoo, Children’s Museum, and Downtown Aquarium for a discounted rate. If you click on VisitHouston.com, you can also print off coupons for discounts at hotels, restaurants, transportation and more, all over the city. Also, on the website is a link for Houston for Free, which lists free family-friendly activities.

See our insider's guide to Houston here

Get Wild in Wyoming

Wendy Altschuler

Play: Wyoming is a huge state full of fun cowboy culture and mountain adventures. On one end, you have Cheyenne, Wyoming, the nation’s rodeo and railroad capital. Don your SmartWool sweaters and thick socks and visit Terry Bison Ranch to see over 2,000 bison grazing on 30,000 acres of rolling hills. Take the family on a downtown walking tour or hop on the Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley (Christmas Lights tours are available in December). Pop in the Cheyenne Depot and Depot Museum, and let the kids burn off energy in The Paul Smith Children’s Village (in the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens), which is home to Engine 1242, the oldest train engine in Wyoming. Admittance to the gardens is free and open year-round.

On the other end of the state, sits one of the most beautiful and evergreen cities in our country: Jackson Hole. This western town is near Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, which opens up a world of adventure for families. Outside of the park, families can have many fun experiences such as winter fat biking, hot air ballooning, horseback riding, snowshoeing and, of course, skiing.

Stay: Rest your head in Jackson Hole at Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa, located next to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, where your family can go skiing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, tubing or riding on a horse-pulled sleigh. The resort has great deals, like the National Parks Explorer package.

 

Get Your Play On with Nickelodeon in the Riveria Maya

Gabby Cullen

Imagine hanging with Dora, the Mutant Turtles and Sparkle and Shine, all while exploring a six-acre waterpark in the Riviera Maya!

Play: The waterpark has 21 slides, the entertainment in the Snick Lounge includes magic shows, glow parties, live music and more. Don't miss the daily 1:30 pm sliming at the water park, and be ready for amazing food, whether you dine with Raf, Mikey, Donny and Leo at Piazza Tavola or enjoy ocean views at the Bikini Bottom or the Yacht Club. 

Stay: The Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya has six different restaurants and every hotel room boasts its own private pool. It's a short shuttle ride from the seaside hotel to the main lobby and waterpark, which is where you'll be able to enjoy Aqua Nick and the main entertainment. 

—Kate Loweth & Wendy Altschuler

 

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Pets are full-fledged members of the family and traveling with them makes the trip all the more fun, especially for kids. Pet-friendly hotels have special offerings, tailor-made for our animals—special menus, in-room amenities, waking and sitting services … the works. From the Emerald City to the Sunshine State, we’ve rounded up the best family-friendly resorts in the US that welcome pets with open arms.

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Up for a challenge? Create a pet profile today, and see if you can add a new memory each day this month. Your furball will love the added attention, and you'll love the fun photos you can look back on!

Canopy by Hilton - Minneapolis, MN 

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Canopy by Hilton loves pets. This hotel, located in the Mill District, offers a “Paws in the Neighborhood” package. The hotel has partnered with Planet Dog, a company that supplies sustainable doggy accessories and promotes canine health and welfare, to create the ultimate hotel experience for guests’ four-legged family members. Guests staying with their dog will receive Paws in the Neighborhood Cinch Pack, a Planet Dog Orbee ball, house-made or locally-made doggy treats, pick-up bags in their very own dispenser and a pet-friendly guide to the neighborhood. Each pet-friendly room comes equipped with a dog bed, food and water bowls, courtesy of Planet Dog, as well as a loaner collar and leash. Plus, each time you shop with Planet Dog while staying at the hotel, you’ll receive a 20% discount at Planet Dog. Click here to book a room now

Other attractions nearby: Canopy by Hilton is close to the Mill City Museum, Guthrie Theater, Mills Ruins Park and St. Anthony Falls Visitor Center. Borrow a complimentary bike and head for the waterfront or grab a train at the U.S. Bank Stadium light rail stop and explore other parts of the city, as well as St. Paul.

708 3rd St S 
Minneapolis, MN 
55415
612-332-0696

Online: hilton.com/canopy 

 

Kimpton Shorebreak Resort - Huntington Beach, CA

Visit Surf City and stay at Kimpton Shorebreak Resort with your kids and dog in tow. This beach-vibe resort is so chill you will actually sigh in relief when you arrive. Think: strolling down Main Street, bouldering on the outdoor climbing wall, enjoying the views at the end of Huntington Beach Pier and noshing on s’ mores by the fire pit at the end of the day. Bonus: you won’t incur a pet fee and your pooch will have access to plenty of treats, bowls and beds.

Other attractions nearby: Disneyland, Fashion Island, Knotts Berry Farm and Bolsa Chica Ecological Preserve.

500 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA
877-212-8597

Online: shorebreakhotel.com

Hotel Max - Seattle, WA

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One thing is for sure, Seattle is a dog-pro city. You’ll see people pushing little pups in strollers or carrying them on their person in baby carriers, kids walking dogs past Pike Place Market, and dogs catching frisbees in one of the many off-leash green park spaces. Many hotels in the Emerald City are pet friendly, including The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle, but the trendiest digs might be Hotel Max. Dogs and cats here receive special pet amenities, including a special room service menu, beds and treats. The vibe throughout the property is ultra-hip, and the location is pretty great too—you’ll be within walking distance to major Seattle attractions. 

Other attractions nearby: Bark Espresso, Discovery Park and Norm’s Eatery and Alehouse all allow dogs. Plus, kids love visiting the Seattle Great Wheel, Museum of Pop Culture, Pike Place Market and Space Needle. 

620 Stewart St.
Seattle, WA.
206-728-6299

Online: hotelmax.com

Hyatt House Augusta Downtown - Augusta, GA

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If you’ve been searching for a year-round pet-friendly destination, look no further than Augusta, Georgia. The weather is conducive to dining alfresco and dogs are welcome on many patios including The Hive, Bodega Ultima, Farmahus Burger, Fuse Augusta and Riverwatch Brewery. Hike and enjoy fun in the sun, along with your kiddos and pets, at Augusta Canal National Heritage Area, Phinizy Swamp, Mistletoe State Park and Augusta’s Riverwalk. The wildlife here is wide-ranging—keep your peepers peeled (and your dogs leashed) for alligators, river otters, hawks and majestic blue herons.

Stay in the heart of the action at the dog-friendly Hyatt House Augusta Downtown, where up to two dogs can stay overnight. Suites are equipped with full kitchens and breakfast is complimentary.

Other attractions nearby: Augusta Riverwalk, James Brown Arena, Miller Theater, 10 area golf courses and restaurants and shopping along Broad Street.

1268 Broad St.
Augusta, GA
706-922-3150

Online: hyatt.com/hyatt-augusta-downtown

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort - Hilton Head, SC

courtesy Omni Hotels

Celebrating your furry friend is easy at Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort. After Labor Day weekend, dogs are finally allowed to romp around on the crowd-free beaches again. You’ll have many opportunities to play in the sand, toss a ball around and relax.

Other attractions nearby: Art Center of Coastal Carolina, Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, The Sandbox: Children’s Museum, Palmetto Dunes Golf and Tennis, Shelter Cover Harbour and Marina, Zipline Hilton Head and Pinckney National Wildlife Refuge.

23 Ocean Ln.
Hilton Head, SC
843-842-8000

Online: omnihotels.com/hilton-head

Kimpton Muse Hotel - New York City, NY

courtesy The Muse Hotel

New Yorkers love their pets. You will see people walking their pooches at all hours of the day. Many hotels have special amenities for pets, and The Kimpton Muse Hotel is one of them. This boutique hotel is nearby Times Square and the theater district. There’s no extra charge for pets, no weight restrictions and the hotel will take any kind of pet: feathers, scales, fluff or fur. The Muse has water bowls delivered to your room, courtesy bags and a concierge list of nearby pet-friendly restaurants, parks, groomers and pet boutiques.

Other attractions nearby: Times Square, Broadway, Radio City Music Hall, Top of the Rock and Rockefeller Center.

130 W. 46th St.
New York City, NY
855-213-0582

Online: themusehotel.com

Ten Thousand Waves - Santa Fe, NM

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Santa Fe is a warm-weather destination that is easy to travel in with dogs and kiddos in tow. The Japanese-style inn, Ten Thousand Waves, is unique, serene and perfect for a little getaway with your family. You’ll be situated near the National Forest, surrounded by hundreds of acres of green space, and when you’re done exploring the great outdoors you can enjoy a ryokan-inspired outdoor hot tub. Dogs can run around outdoors, safe in a fenced-in area; sleep on a plush bed and hang out on the enclosed deck while you soak your cares away. 

Other attractions nearby: Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe Farmers Market, Meow Wolf, and Santa Fe Botanical Garden. 

21 Ten Thousand Waves Way
Santa Fe, NM
505-992-5003

Online: tenthousandswaves.com

Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa - Vero Beach, FL

courtesy Vero Beach Hotel & Spa

Vero Beach is one of the most peaceful and lovely beach towns in central Florida’s Treasure Coast. Enjoy a round of golf at a private or public course, splash in the water, spot wildlife on a nature tour and visit one of the grassy parks with your pet. 

Since 1981, every Kimpton property invites pets, no matter what shape or size, at no extra cost. Basically, if your pet can fit through the front door, it’s welcome. Many properties employ a Director of Pet Relations, important dogs that are in charge of greeting guests, bringing up morale and testing pet amenities (they’re paid in dog treats and belly rubs). Be sure to stop by the concierge desk, at Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, to pick up a list of pet-friendly restaurants, parks and boutiques. Also, bring your pet to the hotel’s nightly social hour to meet other pets and their owners. 

Other attractions nearby: Majestic Movie Theater, Vero Bowl, Vero Beach Museum of Art, Sea Glass Boutique and Indian River Mall. 

3500 Ocean Dr.
Vero Beach, FL
772-231-5666

Online: verobeachhotelandspa.com

Swissotel Chicago - Chicago, IL

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Walking along the Chicago River or throughout Millennium Park—Chicago’s top-visited attraction—with your whole family, Fido included, is such a treat. The award-winning Swissotel Chicago is ideally located in the city, with stunning Chicago River and Lake Michigan views. You can walk to the Magnificent Mile for shopping, pop over to Navy Pier for a ride on the Ferris Wheel or just enjoy the in-room amenities at the hotel. There’s no need to pack bowls, pillows or even toys, everything will be provided in the pet-friendly room. Lakeshore East Dog Park is only one block away for dog relief (and fun). Book the Swissotel Kids Suite, which is outfitted with toys, games and books. Plus, kids will receive an in-room movie and welcome amenity to sweeten the deal. 

Other attractions nearby: The Art Institute of Chicago, parks, sandy beaches, Millennium and Grant Parks, Lakefront Trail, Navy Pier, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, State Street Shopping, Willis Tower and more. 

323 E. Upper Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL
312-565-0565

Online: swisshotel.com/chicago

Four Seasons Resort and Residences - Vail, CO

courtesy Four Seasons Vail

Colorado is all about the outdoors, and there’s nothing that dogs love more than romping around with their owners in wide-open spaces. Vail Mountain allows dogs on many hiking trails, and there are routes for all ages and abilities. Booth Falls and Lake Trail allow dogs and even have water spots along the way. And, if hiking a trail isn’t your thing, bring your pet to Stephens Park Off Leash Dog Park or Bighorn Park Off Leash Dog Park (there’s a kid’s playground here).

House-made treats, in-room amenities, and a special Vail bandana are offered to furry friends at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail. You’ll have access to doggie bags, drinking bowls and a plush bed for your canine. The concierge can help you find parks, dog walking services, groomers and more. For kids, pop in the Kids for All Seasons activity room where little ones can do arts and crafts and special projects tailor-made to their interests.

Other attractions nearby: Lionshead Village, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, Vail Mountain Resort and Vail Farmers Market.

One Vail Rd.
Vail, CO
970-477-8687

Online: fourseasons.com/vail

Park James Hotel - Menlo Park, CA 

This hotel in Silicon Valley is perfect for guests and their furry friends. With the "Paw-fect Packege," little VIP (very important pet) will enjoy accommodations that include a puppy spa day, in-room treats, bed turndown, toys, a pro snap of your pet and some treats for you, too. Not only will your pooch be totally pampered, but you’ll be helping other furry friends because for each booked stay, 10% of the package will benefit the local Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA. What about the two-legged guests, you ask? There’s something for you too, as the hotel is offering pet-inspired food and drink like the “Seeing Rye Dog,” the “Seven Salty Spaniels, and the “Crabby Puppy” Dungeness crab toast. Book the “Paw-fect Package” at the Park James Hotel by clicking here.

Other attractions nearby: Be sure to stop by famous indie bookstore Kepler's, head to Burgess Park for outdoor play and grab a bit at Squeeze In, in nearby Redwood City, where kids get a basket of toys to keep them occupied until the food arrives.

1400 El Camino Real
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Online: parkjames.com

St. Regis Houston - Houston, TX

courtesy St. Regis Houston

Loads of hotels in Houston allow dogs but the St. Regis Houston goes the extra mile to make sure animals—and kids—have a great stay. The tree-studded property and grassy areas nearby make this hotel a win for dog owners. Kids love the child-sized robes, in-room kid amenities and treats and childcare services. You’ll be located in the swanky Uptown district, steps from The Galleria shopping area and the property has an outdoor pool that is super fun for kids. 

Other attractions nearby: The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Minute Maid Park, Rothko Chapel, Houston Zoo and Space Center Houston. 

1919 Briar Oaks Ln.
Houston TX.
713-840-7600

Online: marriott.com/the-st-regis-houstong

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch - Scottsdale, AZ

courtesy Hyatt

Your kids will love the doggy ambassador the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch. The "4Paws program" includes a custom-made bed, complete with pillows, a special dog menu, “pupcakes” dog treats and more. Kids can play and slide at the water playground, enjoy nightly entertainment and learn about Native American culture through special programming. 

Other attractions nearby: hot air balloon rides, hiking, desert Hummer tours, Old Town Scottsdale and Scottsdale Fashion Square. 

7500 East Doubletree Ranch Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ
480-444-1234

Red Mountain Resort - St. George, UT

courtesy Red Mountain Resort

Red rocks are all around in St. George, Utah. Red Mountain Resort has special accommodations for families traveling with pets. There’s a 55-acre green space on the property, and Snow Canyon Park is nearby. Dogs can enjoy water bowls and bedding, plus organic treats are also given at check-in. Families will love the hotel’s offerings: horseback riding plus the “Hike for Hounds” activity where you can bring your dog along for the fun.

Other attractions nearby: Candy Cliffs, Zion National Park, golf and more.

1275 E. Red Mountain Circle
Ivins, UT
877-246-4453

Online: redmountainresort.com

Mountain Top Inn and Resort - Chittenden, VT

courtesy Mountain Top Inn and Resort

Stay in a fully furnished deluxe cabin set on 350 acres, with lake views and national forest access nearby, at Mountain Top Inn and Resort. Give three days advance notice and you can even snag a dog walker for $12 an hour. The best part, though, is the 10 miles of trails that you can play on with your dog, year-round. Boat rides, fishing, disc golf and horseback riding will keep you entertained in the warmer months while cross-country skiing, horse-drawn sleigh rides and tubing will provide hours of fun in chillier temps.

Other attractions nearby: Farmer’s Market, Hathaway Farm Billings Farm, Green Mountain Rock Climbing and Baird Farm Maple Syrup.

195 Mountain Top Rd.
Chittenden, VT.
802-483-2311

Online: moutaintopinn.com

—Wendy Altschuler

Feature photo: iStock

 

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L.O.L. Surprise! is coming to a stage near you. If you’re ready for some in-person entertainment, the beloved brand is taking its fierce, fab characters on a nationwide concert tour—with dozens of dates announced! New tour dates have been added in big destinations like Washington D.C. and Boston and due to a scheduling shift, some of the previous dates have been rescheduled or removed.

Lady Diva, Royal Bee, Neonlicious, Swag and other faves are hitting the road for the L.O.L. Surprise! Live-Calling All B’B.’s concert experience. With awesomely amazing visuals, the L.O.L. Dance crew and plenty of music, this interactive show is a can’t-miss for your young fan.

photo courtesy of MGA Entertainment

Here’s the full tour schedule, which kicks off in Spring 2022:

  • March 5 Thousand Oaks, CA Bank of America Performing Arts Center
  • March 6 Anaheim, CA City National Grove of Anaheim
  • March 9 Phoenix, AZ Arizona Federal Theatre
  • March 11 San Jose, CA San Jose Civic
  • March 12 Los Angeles, CA Orpheum Theatre
  • March 13 Oakland, CA Fox Theater
  • March 16 Denver, CO Paramount Theatre
  • March 17 Ralston, NE Ralston Arena
  • March 18 Minneapolis, MN State Theatre
  • March 19 Milwaukee, WI Riverside Theater
  • March 20 Saint Louis, MO Fox Theatre – St. Louis
  • March 22 Knoxville, TN The Tennessee Theatre
  • March 23 Charleston, WV Clay Center for Arts & Sciences
  • March 24 Chattanooga, TN Tivoli Theatre
  • March 25 Cincinnati, OH Taft Theatre
  • March 26 Lima, OH Veterans Memorial Civic Center
  • March 27 Richmond, VA Carpenter Theatre
  • March 29 Detroit, MI Fox Theatre
  • March 30 Warren, OH Packard Music Hall
  • March 31 Washington, DC Warner Theatre
  • April 1 Greensburg, PA The Palace Theatre
  • April 2 Rockford, IL Coronado Performing Arts Center
  • April 3 Rosemont, IL Rosemont Theatre
  • April 5 Rochester, NY Kodak Center for the Arts
  • April 6 Wilkes Barre, PA F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
  • April 7 Staten Island, NY St. George Theatre
  • April 8 Brookville, NY The Tilles Center at LIU Post
  • April 9 Albany, NY Palace Theatre
  • April 10 Boston, MA Emerson Colonial Theatre
  • April 12 Syracuse, NY Oncenter – John H. Mulroy Civic Center – Crouse-Hinds Theatre
  • April 13 Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre
  • April 14 Lancaster, PA American Music Theatre
  • April 15 Wallingford, CT Oakdale Theatre
  • April 16 Red Bank, NJ Count Basie Center for the Arts
  • April 19 Mobile, AL Mobile Civic Center
  • April 20 Huntsville, AL Von Braun Center
  • April 22 Louiville, KY The Louisville Palace Theater
  • April 23 Charlotte, NC Belk Theater At North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
  • April 24 Indianapolis, IN Murat Theatre
  • April 27 Birmingham, AL BJCC Concert Hall
  • April 28 Durham, NC Durham Performing Arts Center
  • April 30 Fort Lauderdale, FL Broward Center for the Performing Arts
  • May 2 Melbourne, FL King Center for the Performing Arts
  • May 3 Jacksonville, FL Florida Theatre
  • May 4 Orlando, FL Walt Disney Theatre
  • May 5 Clearwater, FL Ruth Eckerd Hall
  • May 6 Atlanta, GA The Fox Theatre
  • May 7 Columbia, SC Township Auditorium
  • May 8 New Orleans, LA Saenger Theatre
  • May 10 Sugar Land, TX Smart Financial Centre
  • May 11 Midland, TX Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
  • May 12 San Antonio, TX Majestic Theatre
  • May 13  Grand Prairie, TX Texas Trust CU Theatre

Tickets and VIP packages are on sale now for shows that were rescheduled and tickets for the newly added shows go on sale to the general public starting Friday, October 8. Since Citi is the official presale credit card of the tour, Citi cardmembers have access to purchase presale tickets for the new shows beginning October 5 at 10 a.m. local time. Visit Citi or the LOL Surprise Live site for all the details!

—Erica Loop

 

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