I may be a tad biased but I happen to think there is no better place to be during the holidays (or year round) than the Centennial State! As a Colorado native myself, I happen to have a few reasons for thinking this and have 14 more reasons why I’ll always come home for the holidays:

1. Colorado's purple mountain majesties...
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2. ...Front Range...
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3. ...and Eastern Plains all look even more stunning when covered in snow.
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4. (It's a regular winter wonderland!)
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5. Colorado towns both big and small go all out with festive light displays...
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6. ...parades...
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7. ...and events.
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Pictured is the Christmas Market in Georgetown.

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8. Even the businesses like to get in on the fun!
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9. Santa lives here, so your gifts will be the first to be delivered!
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Santa's Workshop North Pole is located in Cascade.
10. There are a number of different cultural traditions to explore, including German...
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The 16th annual Denver Christkindl Market takes place November 18th through December 23rd.
11. ...Mexican...
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Las Posadas takes place on Christmas Eve at The Fort restaurant in Morrison.
12. ...and African.
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The Colorado Springs Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration begins December 26th.
13. Is there anything better than skiing on (or around) Christmas day?!
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14. Finally, home is where your family (AKA your heart) is!
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There's no better place to be or better people to be with.

Since you’re headed home for the holidays, take The Magical Polar Express Train Ride In Colorado Everyone Should Experience At Least Once!

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