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EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 12 MIN

America’s Santa Theme Parks and Other Christmas Destinations

from Pop Culture Passport - Exploring Quirky & Cool Travel Destinations in the USA · host Beth Schillaci - The Roaming Yeti

Send us Fan MailEpisode 128Did you know there’s an entire trail of Santa-themed parks across the U.S.—some dating back more than 75 years?In this festive episode, I unwrapped a twinkle-lit road trip through America’s Santa Parks — the vintage theme parks, roadside attractions, and holiday wonderlands that keep the Christmas spirit alive all year long. From the snowy streets of Alaska’s North Pole to the retro reindeer rides of New England, each stop tells a story of nostalgia, creativity, and pure joy.In this episode, you’ll visit:Santa’s Workshop in North Pole, New York — one of the world’s oldest Christmas parksSanta’s Village in Jefferson, New Hampshire — a cheerful, old-school family favoriteNorth Pole: Santa’s Workshop in Colorado — where Christmas meets the RockiesSanta’s Land in Cherokee, North Carolina — part petting zoo, part holiday time capsuleSanta’s Wonderland in Texas — a modern, Texas-sized celebrationHoliday World in Santa Claus, Indiana — America’s very first theme parkNorth Pole, Alaska — where Christmas lights meet the northern lightsWhether you’re a theme park enthusiast or just someone who thinks twinkle lights should be a year-round thing, this episode is your invitation to find a little magic off the beaten path.You ready? Let’s roam.More info on the blog. Get your free Field Notes Travel & Snack Journal by signing up for the newsletter.Connect with me on social: Facebook or Instagram.Like this episode? Share it in your stories and tag me @the_roaming_yetiLove the show? Leave a 5-star review, and let me know where you'd like us to roam next.Ready for more from The Roaming Yeti now? Visit our website.

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Send us Fan Mail Episode 128 Did you know there’s an entire trail of Santa-themed parks across the U.S.—some dating back more than 75 years? In this festive episode, I unwrapped a twinkle-lit road trip through America’s Santa Parks — the vintage theme parks, roadside attractions, and holiday wonderlands that keep the Christmas spirit alive all year long. From the snowy streets of Alaska’s North Pole to the retro reindeer rides of New England, each stop tells a story of nostalgia, creativity, ...

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