{"id":13663,"date":"2019-11-19T11:24:26","date_gmt":"2019-11-19T11:24:26","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=13663"},"modified":"2021-07-15T12:07:36","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T12:07:36","slug":"how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\/","title":{"rendered":"How to enjoy the holidays when you\u2019re staying local"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The holidays are a-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">knockin<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2019 on your door! Along with the holidays come the questions of how to spend them. Will you be spending all your holidays with your family or with friends? Maybe you\u2019d want to reach out and spend time with the folks you haven\u2019t seen for a while?\u00a0 Perhaps you\u2019re planning a relaxed weekend at home with your significant other to unwind and recharge. Recently, more people have been\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">staying local this holiday season<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Why the change? Simply forgoing the crowded airports is one pretty good reason. Also, no overpriced tour packages, no jet lag, and no hunting for budget accommodation on the internet. What&#8217;s more &#8211; you will find more than enough events and activities\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">near\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22825 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/City-banner-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"970\" height=\"90\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0staying local or<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0are on a (to use the fancier term) \u2018staycation\u2019, you\u2019re probably wondering what t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">hings t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">o do<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0during this holiday season<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Don\u2019t worry, let\u2019s help you take advantage of a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ll the holiday cheer this season brings a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nd enjoy what\u2019s around you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Staycation ideas near you<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:480,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once you\u2019ve decided to stay local during the holidays, you\u2019ll find that there are plenty of things to do near you \u2013 many of them\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">very budget-friendly<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or even free! You could join a Turkey Trot race, go on a hike or bike ride, watch a nearby Thanksgiving Parade, or simply veg out on your couch with a holiday movie marathon! For more specific location-based activities, see below.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Things\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">to d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">o\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Los Angeles<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> during the holidays<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Head onto\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Knott\u2019s Berry Farm<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which transforms\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">in<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to Knott\u2019s \u2018Merry\u2019 Farm during the holidays. You can meet Santa, visit his Christmas Cabin and relish<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Knott\u2019s famous holiday treats<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enjoy a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">traditional Thanksgiving buffet\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">at a very non-traditional location &#8211; the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Aquarium of the Pacific<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">amidst a bunch of adorable sea creatures.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enjoy the stunning\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">holiday light displays at Beverly Hills<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and immerse yourself in holiday cheer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ead\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">on\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to the Hollywood Walk of Fame<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and watch the dazzling\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hollywood Christmas Parade<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Go on a south-of-the-border day trip<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to Tijuana<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to experience Mexican culture, food<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and shopping.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let your family\u00a0experience<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Wizarding World of Harry Potter<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">t\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Universal Studios Hollywood<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and see Hogwarts all decked out for the holiday<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14961 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/SF-copy.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"970\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/SF-copy.jpg 970w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/SF-copy-300x28.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/SF-copy-768x71.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 970px) 100vw, 970px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Things to d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">o\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in San Francisco<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> during the holidays<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spend some quality time with your family at the Exploratorium. With its\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">interactive exhibits are<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">kids and adults<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0will enjoy, it\u2019s an awesome way\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">create<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0cool holiday memories. (Tip\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Book skip-the-line tickets online<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0so that your kids don\u2019t get cranky waiting in line<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here\u2019s a unique and fun activity that\u2019s sure to keep you entertained \u2013 go on a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">family-fun-packed two-hour\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Karaoke tour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0of San Francisco<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check out the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">California Academy of Science\u2019s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0holiday exhibit<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a winter wonderland featuring reindeer encounters and snow flurries that will\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">entertain and educate viewers of all ages<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take your kids to see the ginormous Gingerbread House at the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fairmont <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">on Nob Hill<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">L<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">et them walk around t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">he two-stor<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">y house\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">made with<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0real<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0gingerbread bricks<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">icing<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and candy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re in SF during the holidays<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0you just\u00a0have to\u00a0go ice skating on the Union Square Ice Rink, a quintessential San Francisco tradition.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Experience the holiday magic at Pier 39 with its\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nightly tree lighting show\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">set to holiday music.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Book tickets to watch the<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0holiday favorite<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Nutcracker Ballet<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and enjoy the dazzling display of classic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">al<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0ballet and music.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gaze at b<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">oats decorated with\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">holiday\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">lights and decorations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0as they\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">parade along the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">San Francisco\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">waterfront<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0during the lighted boat parade.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enjoy a sumptuous traditional Thanksgiving meal while <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">cruising around the San Francisco bay<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">listening to a live band.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Things to d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">o\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in New York<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> during the holidays<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Watch the iconic Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">up close\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">while enjoying a delicious private\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">brunch at the Toast Caf\u00e9<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try something different and have your\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thanksgiving Lunch<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0aboard a cruise ship with a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">delic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ious 3-course Thanksgiving meal and a live DJ. You could also sign up for a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thanksgiving Dinner cruise<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0if you\u2019d\u00a0prefer to have\u00a0lunch at home.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take your kids to the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bronx Zoo<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and spend the day exploring all\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">265 acres and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">seeing over\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4,000<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0animals!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Escape from the hustle and bustle of NYC with a relaxing\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">day-trip to the Hunter Mountain<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in the Catskills. Don\u2019t forget to pack your ski boots!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Trawl the city for\u00a0really cool\u00a0Black Friday bargains. With a little luck<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">even\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">be able to buy\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">everything on your Christmas gift list in advance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gather on the Plaza to view the<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0iconic Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rockefeller Center<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or opt for a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">VIP experience of the ceremony<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0while seated at the Brasserie\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Experience the magic of the spectacular\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dyker<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Heights Christmas Lights<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in Brooklyn. This<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0neighborhood goes all out<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with the Christmas lights, decorations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and displays.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Go on a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas Tree Crawl<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0through NYC and see all the best Christmas trees<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in New York.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sail into the spirit of the holidays<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with a yacht cruise around Manhattan. Gorge on a lavish brunch spread with bagels, muffins, pastries, gingerbread, waffles, and more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Things d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">o\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in Boston<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> during the holidays<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Go back in time with a trip to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Plimoth<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Plantation<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0&#8211; understand<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0native Wampanoag history\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and e<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">xperience\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the way of life<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in colonial New England<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Grab a drink and settle down for a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Holiday sunset cruise around Boston Harbor<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">old-fashioned<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a01920s style yacht.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Go on a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fall Foliage tour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0through New England as you wind\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">through the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">quaint\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">backcountry roads of Massachusetts and New Hampshire<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0while taking in the brilliant fall foliage.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Experience Christmas in one of America\u2019s most fascinating cities<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Newport, on a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">day trip from Boston<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Your t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">our<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0also includes a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">visit to William K.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vanderbilts<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2019 summer home<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marble House<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get into the holiday spirit by s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">tep<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ping<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0aboard\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">luxury yacht\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">festooned with<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0holiday<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0lights<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and cruise into an evening of\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">hot\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">cocoa and caroling<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">in<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Boston Harbor.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Relish a delicious three-course\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">gourmet brunch<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0on\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2-hour scenic holiday cruise of the Boston Harbor\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">that will ge<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0into the holiday\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">mood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"14\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enjoy Blink, the free light and sound show at\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Faneuil Hall<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Marketplace. Holiday l<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ights will\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">usually\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">be up the week before Thanksgiving<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and you can take a leisurely stroll among the displays.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14956 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/City-Parking.jpg\" alt=\"CLICK HERE TO BOOK CITY PARKING\" width=\"970\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/City-Parking.jpg 970w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/City-Parking-300x28.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/City-Parking-768x71.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 970px) 100vw, 970px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Things d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">o\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in Chicag<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">o<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> during the holidays<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take to the skies on a very\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">special Chicago Helicopter Tour With Holiday Lights<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and take in the dazzling\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nighttime vie<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ws\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">of the festive lights display below.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sp<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">end Thanksgiving\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">gazing in\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">awe<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0at the stunning views of the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chicago\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">skyline\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">on\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">cruise down Lake Michigan<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0while also enjoying<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0a traditional plated Thanksgiving meal<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Go on a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">winter holiday walking tour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">see some classic holiday sights and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">listen to<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0the off-the-beaten<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">path stories of Christmas past over a couple drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3-hour guided walking and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">food tour through the Chicago<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Loop<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sample\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chicago\u2019s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0favorite winter treats<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0like<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0deep<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">dish pizza, hot apple cider, craft beer, chocolate brownie<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0etc.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">See Chicago\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">decorated<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in holiday lights on a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Segway sightseeing tour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0of the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ity\u2019s sparkling downtown<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take your family to the Lincoln Park Zoo and let them marvel at the fascinating 3D displays and zoo lights.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"15\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Indulge in some shopping and food at Chicago\u2019s famed\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christkindlmarket<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0a combination of a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">charming\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Christmas craft fair and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">delicious\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">German food<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Save time<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0and money<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0by pre-booking your city parking spots<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:480,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re planning to stay local this holiday season, m<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ake sure you don\u2019t waste\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">precious\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">holiday time driving around looking for parking spots<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. The Holidays can be stressful enough without trying to hunt down that elusive parking spot among all th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ose<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0frenzied holiday shoppers.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parking rates in cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Boston<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and Chicago depend on demand. During holidays there\u2019s more demand for prime parking spots especially those near shopping districts. You really don\u2019t want to dish out extra money on parking during what is already a rather expensive time of the year. The best option to deal with that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">i<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s by\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">booking your city parking<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in advance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The season won\u2019t be quite so jolly if you end up with parking tickets, now would\u00a0it?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">New York City Parking<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parking in the Big Apple is no easy task in the best of times and more so during the holidays. If you haven\u2019t booked your New York City Parking Spot in advance you<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">can\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">expect high blood pressure<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and frustration<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Y<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ou\u2019ll probably end up with a city of New York parking ticket<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0too<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">NYC has<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> so many must-not-miss events like the Macy\u2019s parade, Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Radio City Christmas Spectacular<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. D<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">o not forget to book your\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/nyc-parking?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">New York City Parking<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0spot\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nearby\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">in advance before they all get sold out.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Los Angeles City Parking<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parking lot activity increases\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">exponentially<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0during the busy holiday season<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, making parking in the city of angels quite the hellish experience.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Usu<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ally quite affordable<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0LA parking rates do tend to soar during the holidays as everyone rushes around doing their Christmas shopping.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">P<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">lan ahead<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0avoid getting a Los Angeles parking ticket and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the headache of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">finding<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0a decent parking spot in LA during<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0the holidays. Finding a free parking spot in LA at this time of the year will be rather\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">tricky<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. You\u2019d be better off paying for parking. Go online and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/los-angeles-parking?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">book your LA parking spot<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in advance. Here\u2019s a tip \u2013\u00a0<\/span><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/why-opt-for-valet-parking-at-lax-airport\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">choose valet parking<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0if it\u2019s available.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spend<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ing a little extra might be well worth the time and effort saved.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">San Francisco <strong>City<\/strong> Parking\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A city of some notoriety for its high parking fines,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">San Francisco is always a ticket-happy city, more so during the holidays.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You don\u2019t really want to go holiday shopping and come back to your car to see it festooned with a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">San Francisco parking ticket<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">! With a little planning ahead, you won\u2019t have to. Check for a suitable\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/san-francisco-parking?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">San Francisco parking spot online<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Compare parking rates, check what amenities they provide, current offers, and discounts<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and then make your decision.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To make your\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">holiday\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">parking experience\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">painless you can\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">download the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/downloadMobileApp?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=wayblog&amp;utm_campaign=Enjoy%20The%20Holidays%C2%A0When%20You%E2%80%99re%20Staying%C2%A0Local\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">San Francisco parking app \u2013 Way<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0on iOS\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">or<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0G<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ooglePlay<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chicago City Parking\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chicago road rules are a bit different from those in the rest of the country<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and this goes for their parking laws too.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chicago does get some snow during the holidays, so you need to keep that in mind while planning your holiday shopping. Opting for\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/chicago-parking?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">paid\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chicago\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">parking garages<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">is<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0usually your best bet\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">during<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0harsh weather conditi<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ons. This way you needn\u2019t worry about street cleaning schedules or winter parking restrictions. You can be sure that your car will be safe and snug and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0more importantly<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> ticket-free while you shop to your heart\u2019s content. Chicago parking tip- preferably choose covered parking to protect your car from detrimental weather conditions. Heated parking would be a bonus too.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now that you\u2019ve figured out how to have a fun staycation this holiday season, let\u2019s not forget the most <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">essential<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0part &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep calm, stay safe, and don\u2019t stress out<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">! Remember, things don\u2019t have to be perfect to be fun!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities?utm_source=way-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14963 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/LA-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Get Affordable City Parking at Way.com\" width=\"970\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/LA-copy.jpg 970w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/LA-copy-300x28.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/LA-copy-768x71.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 970px) 100vw, 970px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Read more blogs on <\/em><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/category\/parking\/airport-parking\/\"><em>affordable airport parkin<\/em><\/a><em>g, the <\/em><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/category\/auto-insurance\/\"><em>best insurance for your car<\/em><\/a><em>, and <\/em><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/category\/car-wash\/\"><em>top-rated car washes near you<\/em><\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The holidays are a-knockin\u2019 on your door! Along with the holidays come the questions of how to spend them. Will you be spending all your holidays with your family or with friends? Maybe you\u2019d want to reach out and spend time with the folks you haven\u2019t seen for a while?\u00a0 Perhaps you\u2019re planning a relaxed&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-enjoy-the-holidays-when-youre-staying-local\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How to enjoy the holidays when you\u2019re staying local<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":23130,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[35,271,178],"tags":[198,299,300,644],"class_list":["post-13663","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-things-to-do","category-holiday-travel-tips","category-city-parking","tag-city-parking","tag-things-to-do-near-you","tag-staying-local","tag-staycation","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO 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