New England's old-world ambience and coziness make Boston a lovely choice for the holidays. Enjoy Beacon Hill's cobblestoned streets dusted with white snow, and celebrate the ghosts of Christmases past with the Christmas Revels at Harvard's Sanders Theatre.

If you are not from around Boston and need a place to stay for the holidays, consider XV Beacon Hotel. A gas fireplace warms every bedroom here, mixing classic details like an antique cage elevator with bold abstract paintings. This hotel is located just minutes away from Boston Common and Faneuil Hall.

Don't forget to check out No. 9 Park, a restaurant that serves over-the-top, shockingly delicious cuisine. The menu showcases French- and Italian-influened dishes like signature prune-stuffed gnocchi with foie grasand Vin Santo sauce. A selection of rich desserts and artisan cheese rounds out the offerings.

With so much to do to keep warm and cozy in Boston, the city is a favorite spot for many during the holiday seasons.