{"id":303,"date":"2026-11-09T03:20:41","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T03:20:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/?p=303"},"modified":"2026-11-09T17:43:06","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T17:43:06","slug":"winter-holiday-family-trips-europe-north-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/?p=303","title":{"rendered":"Best Winter Holiday Destinations for Families: Europe, Canada &amp; New England"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The short answer:<\/strong> For a family holiday trip this winter, head north instead of south. My top picks are Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay outside Paris, Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire, Twin Farms in Vermont (for families with teens), and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in the Canadian Rockies. All four go all-in on the holidays, and each one gives you real snow, roaring fires, and plenty to keep every age busy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of my favorite holiday memories have nothing to do with a beach. For years, winter break meant one thing: heading to the mountains to ski. We&#8217;d fly into Denver and drive to Steamboat, and honestly, the drive was half the magic. Hours of winding mountain roads, snow-covered pines, and peaks that got bigger around every bend. Then came my favorite moment of the whole trip: that first run down the mountain, cold air in my lungs and the whole week ahead of us. Every night ended the same way, with dinner by a crackling fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those trips taught me that the holidays feel different in the snow. Pink cheeks, tired legs, snow piling up outside the window, and everyone actually together. That&#8217;s the feeling I want for every family I plan for, whether your crew skis black diamonds or would rather cheers from the lodge with a hot cocoa. Sunny getaways have their place (Mexico and the Caribbean are two of my specialties!), but if you&#8217;ve never spent the holidays somewhere wintry, this is your year to try it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why plan a winter holiday trip somewhere cold?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cold-weather holiday usually gets you more trip for your money and more room to enjoy it. Here&#8217;s why I steer families north:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Better value than summer.<\/strong> Winter is off-season for most of Europe and much of Canada and New England, so flights and rooms are often cheaper than in July. (Christmas and New Year&#8217;s week are the exception. Book those early.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fewer crowds.<\/strong> Outside the big holiday dates, you get the good restaurant tables, the quiet trails, and the photo spots all to yourselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The holidays just feel more like the holidays.<\/strong> Twinkle lights, wreaths on every door, mulled wine for the grown-ups and cocoa for the kids. A white Christmas is hard to fake in the tropics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It&#8217;s an education.<\/strong> I truly believe seeing the world is the best education money can buy. Showing your kids how another country celebrates (the food, the music, the traditions) teaches them more than any classroom can.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Winter family hotels at a glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Hotel<\/th><th>Location<\/th><th>Best for<\/th><th>Kid ages<\/th><th>Don&#8217;t miss<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/en.abbayedesvauxdecernay.com\/\">Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay<\/a><\/td><td>Chevreuse Valley, France (about 45\u201360 min from Paris)<\/td><td>Families with young kids who want Paris plus countryside<\/td><td>All ages; kids&#8217; club programs for ages 5\u201312<\/td><td>Floating padel courts on the abbey lake<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/estellemanor.com\">Estelle Manor<\/a><\/td><td>Oxfordshire, England (near Blenheim Palace)<\/td><td>Adding a countryside leg to a London trip<\/td><td>All ages; some Manor House rooms are 13+<\/td><td>Eynsham Baths, a 3,000 sq m Roman-style spa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.twinfarms.com\/about\/\">Twin Farms<\/a><\/td><td>Barnard, Vermont<\/td><td>Families with teens, or a full-property buyout<\/td><td>14+ (younger kids only during family weeks or a buyout)<\/td><td>Wood-burning fireplaces and all-inclusive everything<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-lake-louise.com\/\">Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise<\/a><\/td><td>Banff National Park, Alberta<\/td><td>Active families who want a guaranteed white Christmas<\/td><td>All ages<\/td><td>Skating on the frozen lake by the ice castle<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where should families go in Europe for the holidays?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My two favorite European holiday stays are both short drives from a major city. That means you can pair museums and markets with a few slow, snowy-feeling days in the countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/2-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/2-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/2-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/2-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay, France<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> families with little ones who want Paris <em>and<\/em> a fairytale countryside escape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This former Cistercian abbey sits on roughly 185 acres in the Chevreuse Valley, under an hour from central Paris. Think of it as summer camp and a five-star hotel rolled into one, with the bones of a medieval monastery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What your family will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For the kids:<\/strong> a little farm with donkeys, goats, and chickens, a cinema, a game room, and the Tartine et Chocolat kids&#8217; club.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For the grown-ups:<\/strong> a spa, a pool, and a match on the floating padel courts on the lake (the first of their kind in France).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For everyone:<\/strong> elegant French dinners at Les Chasses and a long, lazy brunch in the vaulted old monks&#8217; refectory. It&#8217;s the closest thing to eating in the Hogwarts Great Hall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In December, the whole estate dresses up for the season. Ask me about this year&#8217;s Christmas and New Year&#8217;s programming. Holiday brunch here is the kind of meal your kids will talk about for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/3-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/3-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/3-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/3-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Estelle Manor, England<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> families who want to add a countryside chapter to a London trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If London is already on your list, give yourselves a few extra days in Oxfordshire. Estelle Manor is a Grade II-listed Jacobean-revival manor on an 85-acre estate beside the parkland of Blenheim Palace. It&#8217;s the country sister of Maison Estelle, the private members&#8217; club in Mayfair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interiors were designed by New York firm Roman and Williams, and every one of the 108 rooms feels like a cozy, collected English country house. Expect velvet, antiques, and glowing lamps on gray afternoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What your family will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For the kids:<\/strong> a kids&#8217; club, estate ponies, and a seasonal ice rink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For the grown-ups:<\/strong> Eynsham Baths, a Roman-inspired bathhouse spa of about 3,000 square meters with five pools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For everyone:<\/strong> four restaurants, padel courts, and countryside outings like archery. Plus Blenheim Palace right next door.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good to know: some of the Manor House rooms are for guests 13 and up, so I&#8217;ll match you with the right room or cottage for your crew. The private cabins and houses range from two to six bedrooms, which is perfect for multi-generational trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where should families go for a white Christmas in North America?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;d rather skip the long-haul flight, New England and the Canadian Rockies give you all the snow-globe magic with an easier trip home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/4-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/4-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/4-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/4-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Twin Farms, Vermont<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> families with teens who want a quiet, cozy New England Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Twin Farms is an all-inclusive hideaway on about 300 acres of meadow and forest in Barnard, Vermont, about 90 minutes from the Burlington airport. Meals, drinks, and activities are part of your stay, so nobody has to reach for a wallet all week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What your family will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For the active ones:<\/strong> snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and skating, with the hills of the Green Mountains all around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For the slower days:<\/strong> puzzles, games, books, and a wood-burning fire in nearly every room.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For the holidays:<\/strong> decorated trees, a festive dinner, and a true white-Christmas setting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good to know: Twin Farms welcomes guests 14 and older. Younger kids can come during the property&#8217;s designated family weeks or when one group books the whole estate. If you have little ones, ask me about those dates. They book up fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/5-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/5-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/5-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/5-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/katereeves.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/5.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> active families who want snow they can count on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This grand castle-style hotel sits right on the shore of Lake Louise in Banff National Park, with the Victoria Glacier and the Rockies as its backdrop. In winter, the lake freezes into one of the most beautiful skating rinks in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What your family will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>On the lake:<\/strong> ice skating around a hand-carved ice castle and horse-drawn sleigh rides along the shore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>On the mountain:<\/strong> downhill skiing at Lake Louise Ski Resort, about 7 km away, plus cross-country skiing and snowshoeing right from the hotel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>After dark:<\/strong> mulled wine from the outdoor Ice Bar (cocoa for the kids) and campfires in the snow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the holidays, the Chateau goes full winter wonderland, with Christmas dining, kids&#8217; activities, and a special visit from Santa himself. Holiday weeks are the busiest time of year here, so this is one to lock in early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I choose the right winter getaway for my family?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with your kids&#8217; ages and how much you want to travel, then pick the vibe. My quick rule of thumb:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Toddlers to tweens + a city fix:<\/strong> Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay (Paris) or Estelle Manor (London).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teens who&#8217;d rather read by the fire than do a kids&#8217; club:<\/strong> Twin Farms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skiers, skaters, and &#8220;we want snow, guaranteed&#8221;:<\/strong> Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few planning tips before you book:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Book Christmas and New Year&#8217;s 9\u201312 months out.<\/strong> The best rooms and family suites go first, especially at smaller properties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Think about the week after New Year&#8217;s.<\/strong> Prices drop, crowds thin, and the decorations are often still up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan for short days.<\/strong> Northern Europe and the Rockies see sunset in the late afternoon in December, so build in cozy indoor time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pack for real cold.<\/strong> Waterproof boots, layers, and hand warmers make the difference between a magical sleigh ride and a miserable one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use an advisor.<\/strong> Booking through me often comes with perks like breakfast, resort credits, or upgrades when available, at no extra cost to you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it cheaper to travel to Europe in winter?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually, yes. Winter is off-season for most of Europe, so airfare and hotel rates are often lower than in summer. The exception is Christmas through New Year&#8217;s, when prices rise and family rooms sell out early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the best family-friendly luxury hotel near Paris?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay is my top pick. It&#8217;s a former Cistercian abbey under an hour from Paris, with a kids&#8217; club, a petting farm, a cinema, a spa, and floating padel courts on its lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Estelle Manor good for kids?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Estelle Manor has a kids&#8217; club, estate ponies, a seasonal ice rink, and family-sized cottages and houses. Some Manor House rooms are for guests 13 and older, so choose your room type carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Twin Farms allow children?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Twin Farms welcomes guests 14 and older. Younger children can stay during designated family weeks or when one group books the entire property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can you do at Lake Louise at Christmas?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, families can skate on the frozen lake, take horse-drawn sleigh rides, ski at Lake Louise Ski Resort, snowshoe, and sip mulled wine at the outdoor Ice Bar. The hotel also hosts Christmas dining and kids&#8217; activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When should I book a holiday trip for Christmas or New Year&#8217;s?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aim for 9 to 12 months ahead for the best rooms and prices, especially for family suites, cottages, or connecting rooms. Late bookings are possible, but options shrink fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to plan a snowy holiday?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re dreaming of a French abbey, an English manor, a Vermont farmhouse, or a castle in the Rockies, I&#8217;ll handle the details. That means the right room for your crew, the holiday dinner reservations, the ski rentals, and the perks that come with booking through an advisor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.foratravel.com\/intake\/b5Qzrxo7vn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let&#8217;s plan your winter getaway \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Kate Reeves is the founder of Kate Reeves Travel, a full-service travel advisory specializing in Europe, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Disney.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The short answer: For a family holiday trip this winter, head north instead of south. My top picks are Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay outside Paris, Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire, Twin Farms in Vermont (for families with teens), and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in the Canadian Rockies. 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