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Great Escapes: Holiday Travel
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10 Dramatic Ice Skating Rinks
Thirty minutes from downtown Denver, this 8.5-acre stretch of ice has 11 pond hockey rinks and a huge public skating area with nearby snow-covered pine trees. The Evergreen Lake House offers hot chocolate and snacks beside a stone fireplace.It’s not everyone that can say they’ve skated in the moat of a Norman castle. The Tower of London ice rink offers a unique experience under one of the world’s most iconic fortresses.Snow-capped mountains surround Banff’s Lake Louise, a spot featured on numerous Canadian postcards. This picturesque location is just a two-hour drive from Calgary and includes a free skating rink with a heated shelter.In front of the Vienna City Hall, experience 6,000 square meters of skating across two large rinks, complemented by Austrian foods and drinks available at nearby booths.Each winter, a festive ice rink graces Red Square, allowing skaters to glide beneath the Kremlin and iconic landmarks like St. Basil’s Cathedral and the State Historical Museum.Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, serves as both a leisure skating rink and a commuting route for locals, stretching 7.8 kilometers past Canada’s Parliament buildings.Shichahai Lake consists of three connected lakes, offering an outdoor rink surrounded by historic architecture, where ice chairs and bikes are available for rent.Experience the stunning ice rink at the Eiffel Tower, located 60 meters above the Champs de Mars, which has been beautifully refurbished and offers on-site skate rental.
