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Woodloch At Home: Festival of Lights | Woodloch Resort

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Woodloch At Home: Festival of LIGHTS!

Nothing says “the holidays” quite like a beautiful illuminated light show! It’s one of our favorite things about the holidays- for 20 years now, we’ve celebrated each holiday season with our illuminated “Festival of Lights” wagon rides through our Nature Trail.

With this year being just a little different than years past, we thought it would be a great opportunity to share our Light Ride finales from the past few years in one take- check it out!

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A Holiday "DeLIGHT"- The Festival of Lights at Woodloch! | Woodloch Resort

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Holiday DeLIGHTS – Illuminating the Season at Woodloch

Clark W. Griswold has always been a spirit animal of sorts to us. That’s why every single holiday, you’ll find our sprawling Nature Trail covered from tree limb to limb with thousands and thousands of vibrant holiday lights.

Throughout the holiday season, Woodloch is proud to offer our illuminated “Festival of Lights” wagon rides. Family and friends alike are encouraged to bundle up and enjoy a half-hour spirited journey through our Nature Trail featuring beautifully shining lights displays celebrating the spirit of the season’s various holidays, as well as our favorite movies and more!

The buildup leading to our “Festival of Lights” Holiday wagon rides is months in the waiting. The process begins in late summer as bulbs are
tested- blinking, dim or dead bulbs are no good for showtime. “While our trail is getting prepped for our Halloween, new lightboards are being
built and painted by our talented staff, and we review literally hundreds of holiday songs, old and new, for the rides,” says Joey Ranner, Social Director.
“There is about a two week grace period between the Halloween’s conclusion and our first Festival- we simply MOVE to get it all done.” The rides traditionally debut Black Friday.

In addition to your favorite traditional holiday scenes, the team at Woodloch thinks outside the box when designing scenes. We’ve seen fluorescent “under the sea” aquariums, patriotic salutes to America, and your favorite characters from a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away all make an appearance.

“It’s a never-rending quest to keep our rides fresh for returning guests. If a response to a ride is ‘we thought it was better last year,’ we consider that a big disappointment on our behalf. Bigger and better is what we always strive for.”

Everything ends with hot chocolate and even a visit from St. Nick himself. Of course, the rides are just part of the seasonal fun at
Woodloch. No December Woodloch visit would be complete without joining in our Yule Log Hunt, Gingerbread Wars, Holiday Scavenger Hunt and more.

Woodloch’s “Festival of Lights” run from Thanksgiving to New Year’s.

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Holiday Rentals: Discover Pennsylvania's "North Pole" | Woodloch Resort

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Discover Pennsylvania’s “North Pole” | Woodloch’s Holiday Rentals

The holiday season is just around the corner. Where did the time go? It seems like only yesterday we were gearing up for spring’s arrival, but 2020 effectively threw us all a head-high curveball. Despite COVID-19, Woodloch remains stronger than ever thanks to its “resort responsibly” wellness standard. 

Photo of a Group of Employees at Woodloch, Dressed as Elves. Click Here for Info on Our Holiday Rentals.

In fact, Woodloch’s holiday rentals have never been more enticing for large families in desperate need of a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s escape into the Pocono Mountains. Today, we’re going to focus solely on Pennsylvania’s “North Pole.” Hint: It’s located along the northeastern banks of Lake Teedyuskung.

Holiday Season Packages and Festivities

While Christmas may look and feel a tad bit different this winter, we’ve never been more excited about welcoming back Santa Claus and re-introducing a bevy of our holiday-themed activities, such as the annual Festival of Lights, yule log hunt, and reindeer races. Combine an extended stay in one of Woodloch’s luxurious holiday rentals with a seasonally-inspired package, including the Christmas Break, late-autumn midweeks, and an “Olde Fashioned Holiday.” Every year, we wholly embrace winter’s arrival by munching on Christmas cookies, sipping on eggnog, and caroling throughout campus. Meanwhile, the whole family can join the “gingerbread wars” and embark on the brand new holiday scavenger hunt before sharing secrets with Santa and observing the dazzling Festival of Lights display.

Woodloch’s Spacious, Modernized Holiday Rentals

Photo of One of Woodloch's Luxurious Holiday Rentals.

Christmas, much like Thanksgiving and Independence Day, is a time for family, fellowship, and generosity. We wholeheartedly understand that many families are going to need ample space for homemade dinners, presents, and long-standing traditions. Thus, we present a bevy of on- and off-campus holiday rentals, all of which are equipped with multiple bedrooms, newly-updated kitchens, spacious living areas, cozy fireplaces, and private acreage (for those who want to build a snowman and create snow angels). These modernized holiday rentals were crafted with special events and outings in mind, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. These homes offer the warm secluded atmosphere that many families are actively seeking this winter.

To book a well-deserved holiday getaway to the number one family resort in the U.S., please check availability online (or call us directly at 800-966-3562). Click the links below to learn more.

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Surprise Vacation: The Ideal Family Christmas Gift | Woodloch Resort

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The Ideal Family Christmas Gift: Plan a Surprise Vacation

There’s nothing quite like a surprise vacation with the kids, especially when it’s wrapped with a tidy bow under the Christmas tree. Santa Claus knows how much your family deserves an extended break from the city en route to the Pocono Mountains. It’s hard to imagine a Christmas-themed wonderland that’s more jolly and festive than Woodloch, the top-ranked family resort in the U.S. Saint Nick himself and his faithful reindeer are scheduled to visit Woodloch this December, just in time for your well-deserved surprise vacation.

All-Inclusive Christmas Packages

The “Ultimate Christmas Break” is tailor-made for a surprise vacation with the kiddos, as it runs from December 26–29. What’s better than a holly jolly Christmas at home, surrounded by loved ones and a mountain of presents? A four-day post-Christmas extravaganza at Woodloch! OK, so here’s how it works: Mom or Dad book the “ultimate holiday gathering” online, place the gift under the tree (From: Santa Claus, To: Fam), and save it for last. Just make sure there aren’t full glasses of eggnog around, because the whole gang is bound to leap, shriek, and high-five in a fit of joy. If you prefer to speak with a friendly reservationist, simply dial 800-966-3562.

Photo of Santa Claus at Woodloch. Plan a Surprise Vacation around Christmastime!

Surprise Vacation = Unending Christmas Cheer

Woodloch’s village of employees takes Christmas to…ANOTHER LEVEL. Not only do we have Santa Claus on speed dial, but our annual Festival of Lights remains one of the most dazzling spectacles in the Pocono Mountains around the holidays. Meanwhile, the stimulating yule log hunt will keep the kids (and adults) guessing for hours until, of course, it’s time for some eggnog, sugar cookies, and perhaps a visit from the North Pole’s fearless leader! Other smile-inducing activities include the gingerbread wars, Christmas caroling, reindeer races, and hot cocoa around a crackling bonfire.

Snow-Packed Fun under the Sun

If you’re a good girl or boy this autumn, maybe Santa Claus will talk Jack Frost into providing some sunshine and moderate temperatures? Regardless, the family will be able to partake in dozens of homegrown activities throughout your stay, including snow tubing, ice skating, backcountry snowshoeing, and, of course, the Winter Olympics, a hair-raising family-based competition for the ages! When you need to warm up, feel free to swish inside for a swim, a splash, and a crash.

It’s never too early to start thinking about the holidays. To learn more about a potential surprise vacation to Woodloch, please visit our packages page.

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Things to Do in the Poconos: 30 Fun Activities | Woodloch Resort

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30 Fun Things to Do in the Poconos

There’s no off-season for adventure here in the awe-inspiring Pocono Mountains. Regardless of the season, the Poconos allure travelers of all kinds to enjoy the region’s many perks, such as seemingly endless outdoor adventures, historic boroughs, and, of course, the top-rated family resort in the United States. Woodloch Resort is not only centrally located near the area’s most popular attractions, lakes, and outfitters, but guests can partake in as many as three dozen activities on a given day (as seen on the daily activity sheet). 

With so many fun things to do in the Poconos throughout the year, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of exciting activities. Luckily for you and your family, we’ve pieced together 30 of the best things to do in the Poconos, ranging from bass fishing on Lake Wallenpaupack to backpacking along the Delaware Water Gap.

The Top 30 Things to Do in the Poconos

As one of the premier all-inclusive resorts in Pennsylvania (and the country), we’re committed to providing each and every guest with the experience of a lifetime. These efforts wouldn’t be possible without the hard work from our small village of employees—it also wouldn’t be necessary without adventurous families, such as yourselves. To ensure that your next visit to Hawley, PA, is nothing short of spectacular, we’ve compiled a list of 30 fun things to do in the Poconos. Click the links below to learn more about each activity and destination.

Family-Friendly Pocono Mountain Resorts

It’s worth noting that the majority of these adventurous, undeniably fun things to do in the Poconos are offered right here on Woodloch Resort’s 1,200-acre woodland haven. As winter transforms into spring, we welcome thousands of families who are in desperate need of a break from log-jammed streets, blustery dog walks, and early-morning car-starts. To learn more about a potential mid-spring escape, please visit our packages page. You’ll notice that we cover everything from Mother’s Day to Peter Cottontail. Give us a call today at 1-800-966-3562 to speak with a friendly member of our team about available rooms and dates!

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Winter Bucket List: A Handy List for the Whole Family | Woodloch Resort

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A Handy Winter Bucket List for the Whole Family

There’s still plenty of time to book a last-minute, snow-filled winter escape to Woodloch Resort before spring’s sudden thaw begins to transform the land. Parents instinctively know that children simply cannot resist the urge to play in piles of snow. They could hurl snow, run in circles, build snowmen, and leap into piles of fresh powder for hours. Well, luckily for you and your family, Woodloch Resort is able to simultaneously foster family bonding while allowing mom and dad to relax, even in the heart of winter. Below, you’ll find a kid’s winter bucket list that the whole family can attempt to complete during one stay. Each of these winter activities can be accomplished either on-site or at a nearby location. Give this list a try before the snow inevitably melts and the days of mud puddles begin once again.

Woodloch’s Winter Bucket List

This fun winter bucket list is packed full of obvious favorites, unique Woodloch offerings, and everything in-between. We kept Christmas and New Year’s Eve out of the mix, as many guests may not have the opportunity to visit us during the festive holiday season. While the majority of these winter bucket list activities require little or no preparation, it’s still important to come prepared. Feel free to scan through our daily activity sheet to get a taste of what an “average” day looks like here the serene Poconos.

All-Inclusive Resorts in Pennsylvania

With so many fun things to do when it’s cold, it’s no wonder Woodloch was recently named the best American family resort by USA Today. Hopefully, these 18 winter bucket list ideas provide a glimpse of what makes our historic, family-owned resort so incredibly alluring. All-inclusive packages include lodging, family-style dining, countless homegrown activities, daily planning, nightly entertainment, and the best hospitality on the East Coast! Please give us a call today at 800-966-3562 (or check availability online).

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