The Winter Village In Arizona That Will Enchant You Beyond Words
By Katie Lawrence|Published November 11, 2020
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Hop in the sleigh—we’re headed to Santa’s Workshop! The North Pole Experience in Flagstaff is a magical Christmas village that promises to enchant kids one to ninety-two. Learn how to make toys for kids all around the globe, eat cookies with Mrs. Claus, tour the North Pole mailroom, and meet St. Nick himself. It’s a holly, jolly time all around!
Arizona's snowiest town also happens to be a portal straight to the North Pole.
Even the road leading to the Little America Hotel, home to the iconic North Pole Experience, is absolute magic at Christmastime. Nothing gets you in the holiday spirit quite like snowfall blanketing trees adorned with multicolored lights.
First, you'll hop on a magic trolley and ride deep into the forest to Santa's Workshop.
Enjoy some of her homemade cookies and hot cocoa, then head off to Elf University to study all the ins-and-outs of being one of Santa's helpers. Earn your very own diploma after completing all the coursework!
Once your belly and mind have been adequately nourished, head into the always-bustling North Pole mailroom.
This is where all letters to Santa end up — and also where he sorts them according to the Naughty or Nice list. Write your very own letter while you're here (and hope it gets placed into the "nice" pile!)
Finally, you'll tour Santa's top-secret sleigh hangar.
Board his newest sleigh and try out the controls for yourself to see how he navigates the entire globe. A private family photo with St. Nick wraps things up, and each child receives a commemorative North Pole Experience teddy bear.
Have you ever been to the North Pole Experience? If so, tell us all the fun and festive details in the comments! Check out our previous article for another holiday attraction in Arizona that’ll make your season merry and bright.
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