Consider a Disney Christmas vacation if you’re thinking about mixing up your routine this holiday—treat the kids to a Disney vacation, and you might not have to buy them another single present. Christmas at Disneyland is a special experience. It might not be snowing or have the characteristics of a winter wonderland, but Disney specializes in making magic happen and Christmas is no exception. During the Disney World Christmas Parade expect to see your favorite characters dressed up for the season. The music, decorations, and parade will all make it feel like Christmas even though temperatures won’t feel like winter.

The holiday season is all about spending quality time with your family. A Disney Christmas vacation will accomplish just this—time for everyone in the family to laugh and play together. While some people who usually stay home for the holidays think that Christmas at Disneyland is a little out of the ordinary, the truth is it’s a very popular time to visit. Any time where schools are closed both Disney World and Disneyland are packed with families. The winter break over Christmas and spreading through New Years is no exception. If you want to spend Christmas in Disney this year, it is best to plan as far ahead as possible.

One highlight of the season is the Disney World Christmas parade. Held at the Magic Kingdom theme park, this parade features all your favorite Disney characters, fireworks, and even a visit from Santa Claus himself. With a magical snowfall on Main Street USA and hot chocolate and cookies on offer, it will be easy to see that Disney has the Christmas spirit. If you’re planning on a Disney vacation in the run up to Christmas, you might be in luck. The Disney World Christmas Parade begins in early December, right in time to get you in the mood for the holidays.

Some travelers think that a Disney Christmas vacation wouldn’t be right in a hotel room. Extra space will definitely help you to enjoy Christmas and spend quality time together. Vacation rentals are the way to go to achieve this; they provide extra living space, private bedrooms, and a kitchen where you can prepare meals that will make it feel like Christmas at home. If you don’t want to do any of this work, there are also fantastic luxury hotels in Disney that will take care of all the details. Take a break from all the cooking and cleaning this year and let a resort take care of everything.

If you’re thinking about spending Christmas at Disneyland, don’t wait to make your reservations. Vacation rentals during this time are in high demand and will be snapped up fairly quickly. Some rentals will also have a minimum rental period for this holiday time, so if you’re only looking for a short rental you might want to consider a hotel. Hotels and flights also book up in advance, and the closer it gets to Christmas, the higher prices will be. If you’re looking to spend Christmas in Disney on a budget, plan as far in advance as possible. The magic of Disney will make this a Christmas to remember.