Winter is coming!
Short days, long nights with chilly winds are engulfing half the globe as winter approaches. While most can’t wait to grab hot drinks and layer up, there are many summer fanatics who aren’t all that thrilled.
And so, for those who would like an escape from the wrath of the cold to bright sun with warm winds, here’s a list of few places to head out this winter for a short reprieve from the cold:
Australia
If it’s sun, sand and summer you seek, Australia is the place to be. Sitting in the southern hemisphere, the continent experiences summer, while the rest of the northern hemisphere witness winters.
With an array of places loaded with activities and sights to explore, Australia is the perfect place to visit. Australia is a country with wide diversity of natural landscapes. From white waves lashing against the sandy beaches, arid deserts, exotic rainforests to bustling cities, Australia has a lot to offer for everybody.
Read more about places to visit in Australia.
South Africa
Sitting on the southern tip of the African continent, South Africa is a dazzling getaway spot. Stretching over 2,800 kilometers(1,700 miles) the country is home to amazing wildlife, breathtaking beaches, scintillating deserts and cosmopolitan cities.
The country offers a chance to witness the natural African wildlife by hopping on a safari at the Savannahs. The captivating sea life can be discovered by scuba diving into the beautiful sea or simply enjoy a delicious meal in the happening city of Cape Town. With perfect weather during December-February, this is an absolute must visit place.
United Arab Emirates – Dubai / Abu Dhabhi
What better place to escape the wrath of the cold than the hot deserts of the Middle East? Though the United Arab Emirates enjoys a favourable climate from November – March, with temperatures ranging from 30 Degrees Celcius during the day to 18 Degrees Celcius in the evenings.
The country is the ultimate tourist destination in these months offering a levi of attractions for it’s visitors. Besides it’s usual array of attractions such as the Burfj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Museum of the Future, Frame, and it’s beautiful beaches, the country has several special programs taking place between November to March.
The Dubai Shopping Festival is usually held during this period offering great savings and offers for shoppers. The magnanamous and extremely popular Global Village exhibiting different countries also has it’s gates open during this period.
New Zealand
New Zealand, an island country that neigbors Australia in the southern hemisphere, also enjoys summer during the later half of the year. Renowned for it’s natural landscape and breathtaking beauty, the place is perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Queenstown is the go to place for adventure lovers with an exciting range of activites to enjoy, such as sky diving, bungee jumping, gorge swing and much more. The country also offers serene and enthralling views at Milford Sound. New Zealand is a great getaway for adrenaline junkies with it’s stunning backdrops for adventure sports such as scuba diving, sky diving to hiking through it’s landscapes.
Brazil
Located in the southern hemisphere as the largest country in South America, Brazil too enjoys summer when the other half of the world witnesses winter. The country is a must visit for it’s breathtaking natural beauty and celebration of culture.
The country offers a chance to explore the Amazon river running through the thick rainforests, the golden, sandy beaches spread across almost 7,500 kms to the breathtaking waterfalls such as the Iguazo Falls among many others.
Experience the vibrant, exuberant party culture of the country on New year’s eve getting a taste of the one of a kind, wildly popular carnival.
Southeast Asia – Island Escapes
Nothing spells a beach escape as the stunning islands of South East Asia that enjoy a tropical weather through most of the year. Globally renowned for beach holidays, the Southeast Asian Islands of Malaysia. Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines and Maldives need little or no introduction.
The Islands, a hotbed of flocking tourists from around the world have a wide array of resorts, hotels and hostels catering to all requirements. The luxurious resorts sitting on islands with uninterrupted views and access to the beach, offer a relaxing stay with stellar service meeting every demand of it’s guests.
While those who seek to explore and learn the local culture and vibes can also opt to stay within the local communities in hotels, guest houses and hostels. This offers them a chance to experience local culture up close while not being too far from the calming embrace of the beach.
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