(And if you're after a simpler sun'n'sea winter vacation, head to Beach Getaways.)
1. Dogsledding in Alaska- isn't every kid a dog-lover? You may even see the Northern Lights.
2. Breezes Costa du Sauipe, Bahia Brazil - yes it's far to go for a beach vacation; but this resort complex is superb, and your dollar goes a long way once you're there.
3. New Mexico at Christmas- not so far to travel, yet you'll find a unique and different cultural background that shines-- literally-- with millions of "luminarias" at Christmas-time.
4. Escorted tours to Thailand, China, etc -explore exotic lands with all details handled, and an itinerary that combines cultural experiences plus fun such as waterparks.
5. Yellowstone Lodging and Learning - explore this wonderful National Park with a naturalist, track wildlife, go snowshoeing; stay at the historic Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel.
More 6. Winter Family Adventures - upscale escorted group tours, with great itineraries; all details handled; every day is memorable.
7. Ice Hotels - Imagine a hotel made entirely out of ice. There's one in Lapland Sweden and Quebec, Canada. Deep winter months only, of course!


