Lake Placid Holiday Stroll

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The Lake Placid Holiday Village Stroll is the perfect way to discover the magic of the holiday season in an Adirondack Winter Wonderland. The volunteer ran committee of elves has a wonderful weekend of art, music, gourmet foods and boutique shopping planned for the pleasure of visitors. Shoppers love the alternative to the big box store options and the intimate setting makes the Village Stroll appealing to couples and families.

The Lake Placid Holiday Village Stroll features over 50 unique stores that accept holiday bucks to help you find the perfect holiday gifts in a serene setting. There is no hustle and bustle of the mall crowd to contend with, and you will find gifts that will be treasured by the lucky recipients.

The weekend isn’t all about shopping. Families will love the ice skating party and Holiday Story Time at the Mirror Lake Inn. Couples will enjoy the wine tastings and art displays. Children will delight in the matinee showing of the Polar Express, the craft workshops and breakfast with Santa at participating hotels on Sunday morning.

If you are traveling to attend the weekend you might wonder where to stay and eat. I have a few recommendations for you to consider while you are planning your 2014 Village Stroll trip.

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With its majestic setting and proven ability to host a good event, Lake Placid’s Holiday Village Stroll weekend continues to grow in popularity and has become an intimate kick-off to the holiday season. Highlights include:

• Two showings of the Nutcracker Ballet at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts
• New early online sign-up for the Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run
• Ornament making inspired by Olympic medals at the Lake Placid Olympic Museum
• Traditional Yule Log hunt and Christmas tree lighting on the shores of Mirror Lake
• Free showings of The Polar Express and other kid-friendly movies at the nostalgic Palace Theatre
• Free holiday story time, craft making, and candy house making
• Free wine tastings, gift wrapping and local store promotions
• A unique fire truck arrival by Santa

This unique winter festival embodies the magic of the holidays through its sparkling lights, art exhibitions, live music and entertainment, dinner specials, and shopping promotions. Numerous Lake Placid hotels are additionally offering festive packages to complement this unforgettable weekend-long event for travelers looking to experience the holiday season with affordability…

• Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort – For just $179 per night, enjoy deluxe village side accommodations, $50 in holiday shopping dollars, a holiday welcome bag, and breakfast Sunday morning at Generations Restaurant along with candy house making. Kids 12 and under stay free.
• High Peaks Resort – Starting at $199 per night, the Holiday Village Stroll package includes two nights of luxury accommodations and $50 in holiday shopping dollars.
• The Pines Inn – Choose from the Couples Only Package starting at $129 per night, including a two night stay, bottle of wine, and coffee and muffins delivered in room, or the Family Package for a family of four at $119 per night. Both packages offer a holiday welcome bag.
• Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa – Starting at $599, the Holiday Village Stroll Family Package includes a two night’s stay for a family of four, breakfast, and $50 in holiday shopping dollars. Enjoy a “night cap” of cookies and milk with the Santa turn-down service add-on.

• Northwoods Inn – With rates starting at $210, the Holiday Stroll Package includes two nights of accommodations, breakfast for two each morning, admission to the art reception at the Cabin Gallery, $20 in holiday shopping dollars, and live entertainment and drink coupons at Delta Blue.
• Wildwood on the Lake – At $199 per night, the Holiday Village Stroll Package includes two night’s accommodations, a welcome box of chocolates and an undecorated locally-grown evergreen wreath to get you in the spirit. Hot chocolate and cookies served in lobby daily.
• Best Western Adirondack Inn – For $139 per night, two adults can enjoy lodging accommodations, $20 in holiday shopping dollars, and a hot breakfast buffet each morning.

For more information, visit www.lakeplacid.com/holidays or visit the Holiday Village Stroll Facebook Page.