Winter Travel
Baby its Cold Outside, But it Doesn't Have to Be: Best Winter Travel Destinations
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, so it’s a perfect time for winter travel, no matter where you want to go this year. If the idea of a winter vacation brings a warm glow to your heart, then you might want to consider these choices for winter getaways. Whether you prefer schussing down a mountainside or relaxing on a sugary beach, this list will be sure to spark some thoughts for a memorable wintertime vacation.
Vail, CO
For the ultimate winter playground, look no farther than Vail. It boasts “the best skiing and snowboarding on the planet,” and the area includes plenty for everyone to do, from the most active winter athlete to the type who enjoys a cozy day by the fireside. No matter what the weather, it’s the best place to be this winter.
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Playa del Carmen, Mexico
This beach city claims that it can cure anyone’s mid-winter blues, and it just might be right. Located across a narrow channel from the famed scuba diving site of Cozumel, it’s become one of the most popular locations on the “Riviera Maya,” It’s sure to be a tonic for those who crave a boost from sunshine and fun.
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St. Martin, Caribbean
The French-owned half of this island brings a classic Gallic “joie de vivre” to this sun-soaked wintertime getaway. Orient Beach, the island’s most popular spot, is famously clothing-optional, but also offers athletic pursuits like windsurfing and jet skiing (clothing-required). Oooh la la! photo credit : ©Jordane Ruzié
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Whistler, BC
If you simply must get in some winter sports this season, Whistler and nearby Blackcomb might be a top pick for your getaway. Located in the Coast Mountain range of British Columbia, this area consistently has the most reliable snow conditions, averaging nearly 40 feet per season, and offering a range of skill levels.
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Palm Springs, CA
This sunny desert oasis, fabled home to Hollywood royalty, features an average wintertime high of 80 degrees.
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Melbourne, Australia
Spend your winter vacation Down Under, a place where it’s already summer and everyone is in a holiday mood.
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Breckenridge, CO
“Breck,” as the locals call it, offers invigorating slopes for all ski levels, and plenty of post-workout fun.
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Orlando, FL
You can take advantage of smaller theme parks crowds after Christmas and before Spring Break.
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Oahu, HI
Wintertime means there will be some near-perfect waves on the North Shore of this legendary surf mecca.
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Swiss Alps, Switzerland
The world’s pinnacle of winter sports, this is the place all winter athletes want to visit at least once.
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