See also: Winter Vacations - Ideas 6-10: horse-riding by the sea in Costa Rica; ice hotels; Christmas markets in Germany; and a resort in Phoenix with its own waterpark. Or check out Winter Vacation Ideas by Region.
11.
Wisconsin Dells waterparks: Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge is only one of the surprising number of waterparks, indoor and out, at resorts in Wisconsin Dells. The indoor parks make this town fun to visit in wintertime.
12.
Phoenix Arizona: Renaissance Festival
On weekends in February and March, put on your medieval costumes and come to this Festival near Phoenix-- or rent some costumes on the spot. See jousting, duels, armor-making, falconry, dancing; the
Festival has twelve stages of shows performing every half-hour.
Read more from About's guide for Phoenix.
13.
Quebec Winter Carnival
You've heard of Carnival in Rio, and in New Orleans: Quebec City has a big Carnival bash as well, and it's a celebration of winter too, with ice palace, snow sculptures, dog sledding, lots more. (Approx. the first two weeks in February.)
more ideas in Canada
14.
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Orlando
On 30 nights, from late February until late April, this Orlando theme park showcases
a 10-block-long parade, 14 elaborate floats, extravagant costumes, and theme cuisine.
