CHRISTMAS TRIP

Hi everyone. My dad passed a year and a half ago and since then Christmas hasn't quite felt the same at home, so we've decided to travel for Christmas. Last year we did Aruba which was great. This year we want to do something in the states where we can bring our 2 little dogs with us. Can you guys give me any insight as to what it's like there the week between Christmas and New Years. I know it's kind of a gamble on weather which we understand, I'm more looking at what the vibe is like, are there things to do, anything special we should know about. Thanks so much!