Local Getaways for the Holidays

Many families stay home for the holidays in New Jersey, but if you want to experience something different, there are several great resorts within a few hours drive from Cranford. The following winter getaways are full of activities for the whole family this holiday season.

Woodloch Pines Resort, Hawley, PA 

Woodloch is an all-inclusive resort located just about two hours from Scotch Plains-Fanwood. It has tons of activities, which include snow shoeing, a snow tube run, winter hayrides and winter olympics, as well as an indoor pool, game room and movies. All meals, activities and nightly entertainment are included in resort packages. For more information, visit  http://www.woodloch.com/

Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, NY

Another all-inclusive resort less than two hours from Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Mohonk has many activities that parents and children can enjoy together. From ice skating and cross-country skiing to indoor activities that include nature shows and dancing, this 265-room Victorian Castle has more than enough activities to keep you busy. You can also indulge in a massage and a swim at the Mohonk Spa. For more information and packages visit http://www.mohonk.com/

Pinegrove Ranch and Family Resort, Kerhonkson, NY

Spend the holidays on a ranch, complete with your own horse! Just about a two hour drive from Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Pine Grove has all the popular winter activities, plus horseback riding. Have a blast in the large indoor pool with a new double flume waterslide or enjoy a game of indoor Lazer Tag or miniature golf. Evening entertainment includes cowboy shows and magicians. For more information and packages, visit  http://www.pinegroveranch.com/

Hershey Park, Hershey, PA

The magic of the holiday season comes to life at Hershey Park. Less than three hours from Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Hershey Park will entertain the whole family with a new light show, rides for all ages, and holiday performances and storytimes. Visit Santa's famous reindeer and even enjoy Breakfast with Santa on select dates. For more information and hotel packages, visit http://www.christmasinhershey.com/

Christmas in Cape May, N.J.

Get yourself in the holiday spirit and drive down to historic seaside Cape May to enjoy a wide variety of holiday tours and food and wine events. For kids, there will be Santa's Trolley rides as well as Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides. Also visit the Physick Estate, which will be adorned with thousands of lights and holiday decorations.  For more information about accommodations, visit http://www.capemay.com/