NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- As the young and
young-at-heart enter Santaland on the eighth floor of Macy's Herald
Square, the World's Largest Store, they are suddenly transported
into a fantasy world of glittering pine trees, snow-capped
mountains, twinkling lights, cuddly animals and gingerbread
cookies.
Each Christmas, visitors from around the world gather at this
13,000 square foot Christmas Village overflowing with holiday
treasures for a special visit with the one and only Santa Claus.
The magical journey begins all aboard the Macy's Santaland
Express, which sweeps guests through a rarely seen world of
wintertime wonder and enchantment. On board this magical
train facade, visitors pass through North Pole villages and snow
covered fields on their way to meet Mr. Kringle.
After the bumpy train ride, visitors descend into an enchanted
winter wonderland – also known as…the North Pole! Santa's
elves eagerly greet the passengers while lights, garlands, and
crystal sparkle overhead and adorn every corner. At The
Welcome Station, eager spectators will find Santa's little
helpers very informative about Santaland, and can determine the
length of the much-anticipated wait to see the Man in Red.
The first attraction guests will notice is the
Domino® Sugar Bake
Shoppe where freshly baked gingerbread cookies and decadent
mini cupcakes are set out to cool. Giant gingerbread men keep a
watchful eye over the baked goods to shoo away sneaky snackers.
Close by, the Aflac Ducks are putting on their skates and
preparing to hit the ice rink. At the same time, reindeer Gus and
Dave can be overheard reciting their comedy routine for the
Build-A-Bear Workshop®
Macy's Woodland Revue.
Children of all ages will be delighted and amused as they
continue on to Santaland's very own Bobby Blizzard and The Below-Zeroes (the
official North Pole Choir Conductor).
Around the bend, igloos and ice sculptures make way for
Christmas trees, holly and colorful poinsettias, as visitors
discover they have entered The Enchanted Forest.
The Enchanted Forest leads the way to the Rainbow Bridge,
a colorful sight for all to see. Train whistles ahead announce the
impressive Lionel Trains®
Industrial City. Six complete sets of authentic
trains and tracks surrounding a six-foot tall Christmas tree,
are also on their way to visit Santa Claus to deliver last minute
holiday wish lists. The massive display includes a series of
steam engines, tankers and locomotives.
As guests make their way through Town Hall and peek
around the corner, they can catch a glimpse into a cozy stable,
where Santa's sleigh is being prepped and his reindeer are resting
before their magical Christmas Eve
journey.
Continuing on, they arrive at the toyshop where all the trinkets
and gadgets delivered on Christmas
Eve are imagined, constructed, and loaded onto Santa's
sleigh, which is stacked high with glittering presents. This shiny
red sleigh is a reminder to all who pass that Santa Claus is
coming to town.
Finally, beaming elves personally escort awe-struck children
through a gigantic archway leading into a thick maze of pine
trees. Once through, they have arrived in the One And Only
Santa Claus's home, where the jolly old man is ready to scoop his
visitors onto his lap and ask them what they would like for
Christmas. They'll be certain it's him once they hear his
infectious Ho Ho Ho and
signature Merry Christmas!
Their visit will end as each child receives a little keepsake
from Santa to commemorate their visit. Santa greets children
of all ages, both naughty and nice, at Macy's Herald Square daily
from Friday, November 28th through Christmas Eve, Wednesday,
December 24th.
An express pass is available for guests who want to save time
and make a reservation to see Santa. For reservations, visit
macys.com/santaland beginning on Wednesday,
November 26th at 7:15am.
Reservation can only be made 30 minutes to 48 hours prior to
meeting Santa. One appointment per customer. For further
information about Macy's Santaland please visit macys.com/believe
or contact Macy's Holiday Hotline at (212) 494-4495.
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