For an enjoyable and relaxed Christmas vacations, visit the state of Connecticut that is a little known but wonderful tourist destination of the United States. The state has a rich colonial history that is evident in the quaint seaside villages. The gorgeous beaches, wooded hills and pastoral countryside act as a microcosm of New England and provide a lovely getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life to the residents of the nearby New York City. You can visit the beautiful Litchfield Hills, Housatonic River and the historic cities of New London, New Haven, Danbury and Hartford on your Connecticut Christmas vacations. The Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley, also known as 'The Last Green Valley in the Boston Washington megalopolis', is a picturesque rural area with lovely farmlands, forests and towns. You can stay in any of the excellent hotels, beautifully decorated with trees and lights during Christmas season, when you visit Connecticut on your Christmas vacations. Don't forget to visit the shops and malls that offer a large variety of merchandise that can be bought both for personal use and for gift purposes. You can enjoy a fun-filled and unique Christmas vacations by going to any of the following tourist destinations in the US during the festive season: