December is one of the most awaited months for everyone to visit any destination but trips to New York and New Jersey, are something more special. New York City is a beautiful city which is located in the North of America. The most popular attractions in this city are The Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and Broadway. Whereas, New Jersey is known for various things including the fantastic beaches, crowded roads, mouthwatering food, intense politics, and diverse culture. But during Christmas and new year, both these cities are beautifully lit up with colorful lightings, filled with musical concerts, various special events, and much more. As we all know that there are many other celebrations all year round, but these cities have something different that any travel enthusiast would love. By reading this blog, you can gain knowledge about various events that are taking place. Moreover if you are twitchy about traveling through these exquisite cities, our NJ car service is here for you that would guarantee a relaxing and an enjoyable experience.

MAGICAL REASONS TO VISIT NEW YORK DURING CHRISTMAS

 You must consider visiting New York in December and here is why. Though there is a huge list of things that you can do, but we have managed to pull out various fun things to do in New York during your December vacations which are listed below.

Visit the world’s most famous Christmas tree

 Rockefeller Center is the capital of New York. Its massive tree has been the most famous attraction since 1931. This year’s Norway spruce is 79ft tall and 46ft wide, weighing in at 12 tons – and that’s before you factor in 50,000-plus LED lights and the 900-pound (408.23kg) with a Swarovski star capping it.

 The annual lighting ceremony takes place on December 1, and the tree remains lit daily from 6:00 am to midnight through New Year’s Eve, except on Christmas Day, when it shines for 24 hours, and on New Year’s Eve, when the lights click off at 9:00 pm.

 Visit Central Park in December, and participate in the carol-singing event along with your families and friends. 

Brooklyn

 Visit the beautiful Brooklyn Botanic Garden, an amazing outing that involves, a mile-long trail illuminated with art installations, light sculptures, and projected poems by Jacqueline Woodson; colorful displays augmenting the surrounding landscape and a 98-foot-long cathedral-style tunnel, all featuring more than a million lights. Lightscape is now open and runs every evening since December 10.  Also, the fully vaccinated visitors don’t have to wear masks outside, and those who aren’t fully vaccinated must wear them inside and out.  Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to enter indoor areas. This provides you with a fully safe environment so that you can enjoy your vacations without feeling stressed. 

Participating in the crowd of Times Square on New Year’s Eve

 Times Square is one of the many options for New Year celebrations. It is very famous amongst all the people. For participating here, you need to remember a few things: 

 The perimeter of Times Square is barricaded for the evening, and there are no bathrooms inside – space is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and there are so many people you’ll lose your spot if you leave. Once you’re in, you’re in, so plan accordingly. The ball drops just before midnight at Broadway and 43rd Street, and performances begin at 6 pm; revelers tend to start rolling in a few hours in advance.

 This year, proof of full vaccination is required for everyone. The kids need to be accompanied by a vaccinated adult. Those who are not eligible for the vaccine due to a disability must show proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours and wear masks for the duration. 

INTERESTING REASONS TO VISIT NEW JERSEY DURING CHRISTMAS

 There are thousands of things to do during the Christmas vacation in New Jersey, so make sure that you do not miss this opportunity to find out what they are! You can take your family for ice skating, build a snowman, skiing or you can just simply spend a nice day roaming outside by enjoying the weather. The Christmas season is the best season to participate in these amazing events during December and January. 

# Plan a visit to Johnson’s Corner Farm

 This place is functional since November 29th and stays functional till December 23rd. Johnson’s Corner Farm is located at 133 Church Road in Medford; NJ is going to be a place of fun and entertainment.

 Below listed are the famous shows: 

Christmas Light Show Hayride – The entry fee is $5.95 per person; this is a lighting and musical show.

 Light Show + Discovery Barn and Animal Farm – The entry fee for this amazing combo is $9.95 per person.

Apart from that, you can enjoy the usual winter events, like roasting marshmallows and decorating Christmas cookies. A kit for making cookies costs $8, and it is enough to make two beautiful cookies.

The Elf on the Shelf – Christmas musical event.

 This is a beautiful Christmas musical event that you can watch with your loved ones. It is accompanied by funny stories and children’s laughter. The Elf on the Shelf Christmas Musical is scheduled for December and January, so you have plenty of opportunities to grab a couple of tickets. The price is $35+ per person, but it is worth every penny!

 The story is about a friendly Elf on the Shelf named Tater Tot. You can rediscover the joy and the spirit of Christmas. This event will be held at Count Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ.

 Also, if you are interested in more Christmas musicals, then do not miss an opportunity to go see the Jersey City Nutcracker.

New Year’s Eve at Camden

 Let’s talk about the new year’s celebration at Camden. The Camden Waterfront will be busy with a variety of fun, family-friendly holiday activities between now and the end of the year! The decks will open for two hours before each show — at 4 p.m. for the 6 p.m. show; 10 p.m. for the midnight show — and there will be music, food concessions, and bar service. You will also be given a chance to fire the 5-inch gun after both fireworks shows.

 The Adventure Aquarium will also be increasing its hours after 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve for its annual New Year’s Eve Splash. The aquarium will be presenting New Year’s Around the World, where it will celebrate a different country every hour and talk about traditions from that country. You can visit their site to know more about the show timings. There will also be a special DJ celebration dance party.   As we all know, the week of Christmas to New Year is the best week of all, so how about spending your Christmas in New York and New Jersey, witnessing all the above-mentioned interesting places? Sounds cool, doesn’t it? So, book your tickets and plan your holidays.