Holiday Events and Getaways

Where to Go to Celebrate the Season

By CJ Johnson

Work. Home. Family. Holiday stress. Sometimes you need to get away! If you need an escape, three cities may offer all your heart desires. Those who want to warm up, work out and indulge in pampering should head to Tucson, Ariz. Die-hard shoppers and dining divas may want to make tracks to New York City for an amazing array of shops – and an awesome parade. And the twinkling of lights in Chicago will add sparkle to the holiday season!

There are not many towns more fabulous than New York City in the wintertime. With the holiday lights and decorations galore, this world-famous city is the place to visit to soak up the brilliance and excitement of the season. For shopping and dining, it is the place to be!

Shopping Fantasia
The city of New York offers "Do It Downtown," a discount card program for shoppers. To sign up in advance before visiting this hot shopping zone, check out www.downtowninfocenter.org/ for more information.

Countless shops to satisfy every whim and fancy line the bustling streets. A few of the more well-known shops include: Bloomingdale's, Burberry, DKNY, Lalique, Nicole Miller, Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue and Steuben. But, if you are looking for a unique boutique there are many colorful shops from which to choose.

Zara is a fabulous and affordable designer clothing company from Spain. The international appeal of the finely crafted garments is apparent from the dozens of currencies listed on the price tags. If you see something you adore within their shop, you better quickly snatch it up.

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