While Maryland’s National Harbor is a great place to visit year-round, it truly comes to life during the holidays. There is one spot in particular that becomes a festive winter wonderland full of music, lights, and over two million pounds of ice! Prepare to be blown away by Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.
The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is a massive structure with 2,000 guestrooms, delicious restaurants, spa, and much more.
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During the holidays, this spot becomes even more impressive and enchanting.
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Stroll through the indoor atrium full of twinkling lights and charming shops.
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At 7pm and 9pm nightly, a surreal (and free!) laser light show fills the atrium with holiday tunes and strobe lights. A glistening Christmas tree is the centerpiece of this spectacular display.
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Grand fountains also coincide with the music. It’s unlike anything else in Maryland.
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Even more unique is the ICE display. Professional ice sculptors spend weeks crafting holiday scenes by hand.
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This year’s theme is Christmas Around The World. Walk through this frozen winter wonderland and experience holiday traditions from all over the globe.
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And the best part? The ice slide!
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You don’t have to be a kid to give this slippery slide a whirl. Go ahead, adults! Let your inner child run wild.
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Still haven’t had your fill of Christmas? Then simply walk a short distance to check out the National Harbor tree…
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And take a nighttime ride on the Capital Wheel.
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The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is the ultimate holiday experience. Visit once, and you may just decide to make it an annual tradition.
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
The resort is located at 201 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. To purchase ICE tickets or book overnight accommodations, visit the website here.
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Have you been to this magical Christmas resort? You may also enjoy visiting this festive street in Maryland that’s straight out of a Christmas movie.
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