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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – HomeToGo, the marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals, revealed the most popular and affordable Christmas celebration destinations across the U.S. and Europe, using exclusive search and price data. Whether travelers want to enjoy their holiday plans closer to home or venture abroad, HomeToGo has identified a sleigh-full of charming winter wonderlands for festive trips, featuring European destinations ranked by popularity and affordability, and U.S. locations ranked by price.

Every year, Europe’s Christmas markets capture the attention of American travelers, inviting them to take part in festive celebrations and traditions while on vacation. With quality time, experiences, and expenses top of mind during the holiday season, these destination lists are designed to help travelers pinpoint the places in which they can immerse themselves in holiday cheer in the way that best suits their budget. While Europe’s most in-demand Christmas market cities are iconic bucket-list favorites, U.S. travelers can also find exciting, wallet-friendly holiday festivities in both long-haul hidden gems and stateside destinations like Saint Paul, Minnesota, which offers its own European-inspired Christmas market. Eleanor Moody, Travel Expert and Spokesperson at HomeToGo

From grand European escapes to close-to-home family adventures, HomeToGo’s curated guide aims to assist travelers in finding the perfect balance between hotspots for holiday charm and all-important affordability. Here’s a look at the most budget-friendly U.S. and European destinations for Christmas festivities, as well as the most popular European Christmas market destinations:

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Here’s a look at the top five tree-mendous U.S. Cities for Christmas festivities:

1. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Bethlehem embraces its nickname of “Christmas City, USA,” lighting up during the holiday season with a Christkindlmarkt and horse-drawn carriage rides through the National Historic Landmark District.

2. Saint Paul, Minnesota

Saint Paul's European Christmas Market, situated at the Union Depot, offers bratwurst, glühwein, and festive lights. Add ice skating at WinterSkate and performances at Ordway Theater for a cozy, Midwestern holiday getaway.

3. Seattle, Washington

Seattle's holiday spirit shines with a tree lighting at Westlake Park, magical Pike Place events, and the Christmas Ship Festival, where light-decked boats sail Puget Sound with festive cheer.

4. Frankenmuth, Michigan

Frankenmuth, “Michigan’s Little Bavaria,” celebrates Christmas with horse-drawn carriages, Bronner’s Christmas store, and a Christkindlmarkt. Warm up with spiced ale and explore twinkling streets under festive lights.

5. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia’s Christmas Village at LOVE Park and the Made in Philadelphia Market offer local crafts, while tree lightings and Franklin Square’s Holiday Festival bring historic charm to the festive season.

*Methodology: Index methodology can be found via www.hometogo.com/europe/christmas-markets/#methodology.

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