Winter in Alaska is the ideal time to experience the aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights.
The best place to visit in December with family is Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, also known as Christmas City, U.S.A.
Plan a trip to Las Vegas. The weather is so much nicer in December. In July or August, the desert heat can quickly become unbearable, but in the winter, the average temperature ranges between 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit.