Durango, Colorado
This low-cost holiday destination has all the necessary ingredients that make for a magical Christmas getaway, including snow, towering pines, and a “Polar Express” adventure included!
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad plays out our childhood favorite by Chris Van Allsburg nearly every night during the month of December, including Christmas Eve, when the actual story takes place.
But if you want, you can also ride the rails during the daytime by booking a journey on the Cascade Canyon Train, which traverses a frosty winterscape along the Animas and ventures into the middle of San Juan National Forest.
Back in town, you can ice skate, ski Chapman Hill, or even take a charming sleigh ride.
