Florida can be quite overlooked in the wintertime, except for those trying to escape winter elsewhere. Just because we don't get buckets of freshly fallen snow to wake up to on Christmas morning doesn't mean we don't get into the holiday spirit in Florida. The only difference is that maybe we need to take our holly jolly adventure indoors instead. Every year, Gaylord Palms Resort & Water Park in Florida turns into a winter wonderland of fun, and this year is no different. When it comes to the best holiday resorts in Florida, Gaylord Palms Resort is an obvious choice. Not only can you go snow tubing indoors, but you'll also be able to spend the night inside the Christmas-themed hotel in Florida and enjoy all the fun and festivities the next day, too.

Every year, the Gaylord Palms Resort & Water Park in Florida transforms into a magical holiday wonderland. We’re talking more than three million holiday lights, and that’s just on the outside.

This hotel is world-renowned for the Christmas magic it introduces every year, bringing back some old holiday favorites while also incorporating new and exciting festivities. Guests have the opportunity to reserve a room and stay the night. Our recommendation? Try an Atrium-view room so you can fall asleep and wake up to the magic!

First things first, head on over to the Snow Factory to kick off the indoor winter magic. Guests can race down the snow-tubing mountain dubbed Snow Flow Mountain to see who makes it down the fastest. Then, stop and toss snowballs at targets at Snowball Build and Blast. Fun fact: did you know this tubing slide is made entirely of ice? Of course, that's only the beginning of this holly, jolly adventure.

Speaking of ice, this year marks the return of ICE!, a themed tradition that incorporates man-made ice sculptures that are as spectacular as you can imagine. Master artisans work for weeks in advance, expertly sculpting countless blocks of ice to create a veritable winter wonderland. It's an immersive experience, and if you've never experienced the holidays at Gaylord Palms, you'll want to put this at the very top of your bucket list.

This year, ICE! features Elf™ with mind-blowing artisan ice sculptures throughout. It's something that simply must be seen to be believed. The ice masterpieces are carved with precision and feature brightly colored ice telling the story of this famed holiday classic.

Make sure you make it to the market, too, in case you need to finish up some last-minute holiday shopping. You can reserve your spot today to get in on all of the fun. Looking for even more winter fun? You can enjoy indoor snow tubing, a themed ice wonderland, and a resort hotel stay all at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando.

Have you ever stayed at this Christmas-themed hotel in Florida before? Did you go snow tubing? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or, if you are looking for more information about how to spend the night here, including availability and nightly rates, then visit the Gaylord Palms Resort & Water Park website or the Gaylord Palms Resort & Water Park Facebook page.

Winter in Florida is a truly underrated experience. But as you can tell, there's so much to enjoy, from Christmas resorts to dazzling light shows and endless activities for the entire family. If you'd like to dive into even more Florida fun, be sure to take a look at our list of fun winter activities and adventures in Florida.

Meanwhile, check out this incredible ice skating trail in Florida if you want to keep the festivities going!