KENNEWICK — What is a winter wonderland? If you go by the factors in the classic Christmas song, you might be looking for glistening snow and sleigh bells ringing. If you’re hosting a modern event, it might mean fun and festivities with impressive light displays.
A recent study by New York Travel Guides evaluated several factors to determine the coziest winter towns in America, perfect for a holiday getaway. The number one winter wonderland was right here in Washington, the charming Bavarian-inspired town of Leavenworth.
Best winter towns
The three main categories evaluated for the ranking were popularity in the winter among the general public and photographers, cozy winter weather and cozy activities/atmosphere. Leavenworth topped out at number one, including a perfect 100 in its individual score for cozy activities and atmosphere.
Following Leavenworth on the list are:
- Breckenridge, Colo.
- Stowe, Vt.
- Vail, Colo.
- Aspen, Colo.
- Lake Placid, N.Y.
- Portsmouth, N.H.
- Frankenmuth, Mich.
- Petoskey, Mich.
- Stillwater, Minn.
So, what makes Leavenworth the coziest winter town in the country?
