Unusal Christmas Vacation Ideas 2
If you are lucky enough to take a vacation this year around Christmas, where are you going to go? There are so many choices, yet where can you go that might be slightly different than the typical vacation you would normally take? Below, find some original and unusual ideas for your Christmas vacation (Part 2).
-Prague (and castles)
If you love historical, European castles and have always wanted to see them in England or Scotland, check out Prague. Why? Because it is cheaper, more unique and full of history. Prague is located in the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city and the capitol. One of the most famous structures in Prague is the Prague Castle, but there are also many historical sites in and around Prague such as the Lennon Wall. There are plenty of museums, restaurants and entertainment as well as many modes of transportation whether it be by plane, train or automobile.
Prague Castle
Lennon Wall
Czernin Palace
Prague Travel
-Volunteer
There are many places you can visit and also volunteer while you are on vacation. Spending time in a fabulous location and helping others can be very rewarding. CROSS CULTURAL SOLUTIONS offers opportunities from Brazil to Russia, Tanzania to Guatemala and many more. Programs can be from 1 week to 12 weeks and you will learn so much more about the society, region, and culture than you ever would just as a tourist.
Other Volunteer Opportunities:
American Hiking Society - Build and Maintain trails across the US
Volunteer Vacations - Volunteer Guide helps you choose which type, i.e. Poverty, Animal Welfare, Environment etc....
-Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Located in Colorado, in the Mesa Verde region, this center offers great vacation travel adventures. For those who like to learn and explore other cultures and past cultures, than this is the place for you. Take wonderful tours around the American southwest and learn history about this country and that area. Also try their archaeological adventures where you can take day trips, go to camps, excavate and more.
Unusual Christmas Vacation Ideas (1)
-Prague (and castles)
If you love historical, European castles and have always wanted to see them in England or Scotland, check out Prague. Why? Because it is cheaper, more unique and full of history. Prague is located in the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city and the capitol. One of the most famous structures in Prague is the Prague Castle, but there are also many historical sites in and around Prague such as the Lennon Wall. There are plenty of museums, restaurants and entertainment as well as many modes of transportation whether it be by plane, train or automobile.
Prague Castle
Lennon Wall
Czernin Palace
Prague Travel
-Volunteer
There are many places you can visit and also volunteer while you are on vacation. Spending time in a fabulous location and helping others can be very rewarding. CROSS CULTURAL SOLUTIONS offers opportunities from Brazil to Russia, Tanzania to Guatemala and many more. Programs can be from 1 week to 12 weeks and you will learn so much more about the society, region, and culture than you ever would just as a tourist.
Other Volunteer Opportunities:
American Hiking Society - Build and Maintain trails across the US
Volunteer Vacations - Volunteer Guide helps you choose which type, i.e. Poverty, Animal Welfare, Environment etc....
-Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Located in Colorado, in the Mesa Verde region, this center offers great vacation travel adventures. For those who like to learn and explore other cultures and past cultures, than this is the place for you. Take wonderful tours around the American southwest and learn history about this country and that area. Also try their archaeological adventures where you can take day trips, go to camps, excavate and more.
Unusual Christmas Vacation Ideas (1)
Published by Julie Wimmer
Julie worked in tv/film for years. She now works part time instructing preschool gym and fitness classes at a local YMCA. She also has traveled around the US and has a good sense and knowlege of different st... View profile
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10 Comments
Post a CommentVolunteering is a great idea.
Great ideas for any time of the year! Happy Thanksgiving!
Nice work.
Staying home for Christmas but I enjoy reading travel articles~I learn so much about different cultures. customs and traditions~
Great ideas. Anyone else having issues with not being able to click on links at the end of articles? Since AC did maintenance Monday and Tuesday mine are not working.
nice job
Interesting and useful article. Saint Wenceslas Square, Prague looks enthralling! siva
well written - thank you
Nope, we'll be home for Christmas - but thanks for the ideas :) cheers
Nice ideas! I was in Italy for Easter and that was an experience. I imagine traveling during the winter holidays would be interesting.