When you think of cold weather winter destinations, you might think of places with a ton of snow or snow activities. Maybe NYC comes to mind for their massive Rockefeller Center tree, or Boston, for the snow. But what if we told you that one of the very best cold weather destinations for the winter holidays was actually… right here in Atlanta!?
According to a new study by WalletHub, that’s exactly the case! Atlanta is one of the best cold weather destinations for all your winter holiday needs.
Where does Atlanta rank on the list of best winter holiday destinations?
Atlanta comes in at #2, just after Chicago on the list. Here’s the full list of winter holiday destinations.
- Chicago, IL
- Atlanta, GA
- Washington, D.C.
- St. Louis, MO
- Cincinnati, OH
And when it comes to warm weather destinations, these cities are the top 5 picks:
- Las Vegas, NV
- San Diego, CA
- Austin, TX
- Dallas, TX
- Phoenix, AZ
Why is Atlanta one of the best cold weather destinations for the winter holidays?
Locals know that the winter holidays are hustling and bustling all around the ATL with festivities. We’ve got some of the coolest holiday-themed vendors markets, tons of festive holiday events, and of course, cozy, chilly weather to enjoy, too!
WalletHub wants to help travelers enjoy the chilly weather without breaking the bank. They say
To help Americans plan their travels over the colder months, WalletHub developed a ranking of the cheapest U.S. destinations that are also the easiest to reach. In total we analyzed nearly 70 of the largest metro areas — grouped as ‘warm’ or ‘cold’ — based on 37 key metrics, including two weeks of flight data, safety indicators and weather predictions.
So if you’re looking for some festive fun and chilly weather, you’ve gotta check out Atlanta! And even if you live here, there are still tons of fun adventures you have yet to explore this holiday season in the A!