Planning a trip this winter? Yes, it’s tempting to look for sunny spots where you can lie on a beach or play golf. But some of my favorite winter vacations have been to northerly destinations at their coldest, darkest times of year. I don’t ski, so I’m not looking for powder. But I have seen northern lights in Alaska, explored an ice cave in Iceland, and stood outdoors in 20-degree weather watching migrating cranes in Nebraska. I’ve been to Detroit in December, Canada for Christmas, Finland in February. And I’ve taken visitors around my hometown, New York City, in January, when holiday crowds are gone and prices are lower. Here are some tips and ideas for planning a trip in the depths of winter. This Nov. 18, 2023 image provided by Beth Harpaz shows visitors in an ice cave at ...
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Audley Travel's Winter Sun Index, has ranked the best destinations to visit this winter for sun and warm weather When winter tightens its chilly grip on northern latitudes, our thoughts turn towards sunnier climes with beaches, blue skies, warm days, and balmy nights. We know we’re not alone. From the palm-shaded beaches of Thailand to the steamy rainforest lodges in Costa Rica, some of our most treasured destinations seem designed for soaking up the sun from December until March. The question becomes — what are the best places for winter sun? Audley Travel has created a winter sun index to determine the top locations to visit for sunshine and blue skies this winter. Thailand tops the list, followed by Mexico, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica, and Indonesia. Index was created in a handful o...
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