If you don't have plans for plans for the holidays yet, the Caribbean is an option if you are looking for a slightly less white Christmas. The NY Post has some resort suggestions here: https://nypost.com/2024/12/07/lifestyle/caribbean-hotel-availability-over-christmas-remains-high/ If it seems like Christmas trees are getting more expensive every year, just compare them to this one and you'll feel like you got a great deal! https://www.msn.com/en-us/technology/general/world-s-most-expensive-christmas-tree-revealed-in-germany/ar-AA1vFELn