Paradise consists of more than just pristine shores and calm waters. No way that worries me. Certainly not every traveller. The official image of the perfect holiday may include waving palm palms and sweltering heat, but this is not always the case while travelling.
Few of us here really like the current cold snap. For some of us, a blizzard is like Christmas. There are many of us who like the cooling weather and growing clouds.
There is no such thing as awful weather, simply the incorrect clothes, as the Canadian saying says. Travelers who bundle up and go to a destination with a chillier environment can find a wealth of opportunities.
While these places may not be precisely what we picture when we think of paradise, after you’ve been and strapped on skis or crampons, after you’ve ridden toboggans or snowmobiles, after you’ve sipped gluhwein or dipped fondue, you’ll never want to leave.
Canada
The winter season in Canada is so popular that it often overshadows the summer season. You can go ice-climbing in canyons like Johnston in Alberta, drive the Icefields Parkway, go tobogganing on an outdoor slide in Quebec City, go dog-sledding, snow-shoeing, ice-skating, ice-fishing, or just stand outside and watch the Northern Lights when the temperature drops in the land of the maple leaf.
Japan
Japan’s four distinct seasons each have their own unique appeal, from the springtime cherry blossoms and summer festivals to the fall foliage and winter sports. Australia’s “Japow” reputation has been luring snowboarders and skiers to Hakuba and Niseko for years. However, there is much more to enjoy in Japan during the winter. Travel to Jigokudani to see the snow monkeys. Take a dip in a hot spring while watching snow fall at a rotenburo, or open-air onsen. Attend a celebration in honour of the winter season. Feast on hearty winter dishes like nabe and oden. Accept the season for what it is.
Norway
Going outside in Norway’s frigid winter is a national pastime. Focus on the snowfall in Alta and Tromso and other northern extremities. The story revolves on a person who spends the night under a transparent dome in order to see the Northern Lights. It’s about spending time with reindeer herders, going cross-country skiing or even mastering the sport of biathlon, as well as going dog-sledding or snowshoeing through peaceful nature.
United States
The United States has perfected the art of winter. And it’s not just the usual winter outdoor pursuits like skiing in the Rockies, snowmobiling in Alaska, or snowshoeing anyplace there’s snow. It’s also about the traditions and activities associated with the winter season, such as visiting decorated homes, going ice skating at outdoor rinks, exploring snowy parks, and gazing at enormous Christmas trees and elaborate storefront window displays. You won’t find anything else just like it anywhere else on Earth.
Switzerland
It seems sense that wintertime in Switzerland would attract many tourists interested in snow activities. Once there, however, you will learn about the other side of winter culture in this stunningly beautiful country: the traditional fondue made with local “alp cheese,” served in old guesthouses; shots of kirsch, the cherry brandy, to ward off the cold; tobogganing on traditional wooden sleighs; and the ancient Christmas and New Year’s traditions.
Antarctica
Located at the Earth’s furthest end, this continent is almost deserted, sombre and moody, and stunningly gorgeous. The journey through the treacherous Drake Passage, the first glimpse of land, the penguin sightings, the research facility visits, the glacier treks, the whale watching, and everything else about an Antarctica vacation will leave an indelible mark on your memory.
New Zealand
Since ancient times, Aussies have known about New Zealand’s wintertime splendour (all 10 of them). One of the most popular activities is skiing and snowboarding, and Australians can be heard often on the slopes of Coronet Peak and the Remarkables. But January in New Zealand also means rugby games and beautiful road drives, vineyard tours and whale viewing excursions.
Austria
This is another another time-honored European holiday spot. The winter woods and frozen lakes are worth the trip alone, let alone the quaint little towns and towering, craggy mountains. But there’s also a lot of culture to take in, from Christmas markets and other seasonal rituals to delectable winter treats like Kaiserschmarrn and the best apres-ski scene anywhere in world-famous ski towns like St. Anton.
Chile / Argentina
I’ve combined them for the winter season since they both have Patagonia to offer. The vast wilderness in the south of the nation may be less visited during the winter, but it still has its perks: the weather is typically clear, the landscape is covered in snow and ice, and the likelihood of seeing animals is great. Skiing is available at places like Portillo, Chile, and Bariloche, Argentina, during the winter months.
Iceland
To obtain the full experience of a place named Iceland, it makes sense to go there in the winter. Even though winter in Iceland is characterised by short days and bone-chilling temperatures, there is still enough to do. For starters, there are the Northern Lights to take in. You may go horseback riding, whale watching, and even snorkelling (in a dry-suit) in the volcanic fissures of Silfra, in addition to seeing natural sights like Gullfoss waterfall and the island’s several hot springs and geysers.
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