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25 Best Winter Holiday Destinations Ranked by Popularity
25 Best Winter Holiday Destinations Ranked by Popularity
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Planning a winter getaway? 25 best destinations ranked for this season. 
25. Tromso, Norway 
24. Queenstown, New Zealand 
23. Niseko, Japan - AdvertisementSwipe or tap ▶ to continue countdown
22. Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland 
21. Banff And Lake Louise, Canada 
20. Cape Town, South Africa 
19. Zermatt, Switzerland - AdvertisementSwipe or tap ▶ to continue countdown
18. Whistler, Canada 
17. Reykjavik, Iceland 
16. Rio De Janeiro, Brazil 
15. Aspen, Colorado - AdvertisementSwipe or tap ▶ to continue countdown
14. Sydney, Australia 
13. Phuket, Thailand 
12. Costa Rica 
11. Vienna, Austria - AdvertisementSwipe or tap ▶ to continue countdown
10. Cancun And Riviera Maya, Mexico 
9. Bali, Indonesia 
8. Oahu And Maui, Hawaii 
7. Rome, Italy - AdvertisementSwipe or tap ▶ to continue countdown
6. Tokyo, Japan 
5. London, United Kingdom 
4. Paris, France 
3. Dubai, United Arab Emirates - AdvertisementSwipe or tap ▶ to continue countdown
2. New York City, USA 
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25 US States with the Best Christmas Celebrations
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From snowy northern lights chases and world-class alpine ski slopes to sun-drenched tropical shores, discover the 25 best winter holiday destinations, ranked in ascending order of global traveler popularity.
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25. Tromso, Norway
Travelers head to Tromso for prime northern lights viewing, husky sledding across frozen valleys, and boat tours through coastal fjords to spot humpback whales and orcas in their natural winter habitat.
©Wikimedia / Tromsø
24. Queenstown, New Zealand
While the northern hemisphere freezes, Queenstown offers warm summer sunshine. Visitors take scenic helicopter flights over Milford Sound, cruise across Lake Wakatipu, and try bungee jumping over the Kawarau River.
©Wikimedia / Queenstown, New Zealand
23. Niseko, Japan
Niseko draws winter sports lovers from across the globe for its light, dry powder snow. Popular activities include night skiing on Mount Annupuri, relaxing in natural geothermal onsens, and savoring hot bowls of Hokkaido ramen.
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22. Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland
Rovaniemi offers storybook winter scenery. Guests ride reindeer sleighs through snow-laden pine forests, drive snowmobiles across frozen lakes, and visit Santa Claus Village right on the Arctic Circle line.
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21. Banff And Lake Louise, Canada
Banff National Park provides exceptional winter recreation. Visitors lace up skates on natural ice in front of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, ski Sunshine Village, and warm up in historic sulfur hot springs.
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20. Cape Town, South Africa
Escaping winter cold, visitors to Cape Town take the revolving cable car up Table Mountain, watch wild African penguins on Boulders Beach, and enjoy open-air wine tastings in nearby Stellenbosch.
©Wikimedia / Cape Town
19. Zermatt, Switzerland
Skiers and snowboarders explore over 360 kilometers of groomed slopes crossing the Swiss-Italian border. Off the slopes, travelers ride the Gornergrat cogwheel train and share pots of bubbling Swiss cheese fondue.
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18. Whistler, Canada
Whistler Blackcomb delivers endless winter activities, including skiing 8,000 acres of terrain, riding the record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, snowshoeing through ancient forests, and exploring pedestrian village shops.
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17. Reykjavik, Iceland
Winter in Iceland offers relaxing soaks in the milky-blue waters of the Blue Lagoon, glacier hiking inside blue ice caves, and Golden Circle excursions to witness erupting geysers and thunderous frozen waterfalls.
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16. Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Tourists flock to Rio for sunny beach days on Copacabana and Ipanema, cable car rides up Sugarloaf Mountain, panoramic views from Christ the Redeemer, and vibrant Samba school rehearsal parties ahead of Carnival.
©Wikimedia / Rio de Janeiro
15. Aspen, Colorado
Aspen four distinct ski mountains cater to all skill levels. Visitors spend their days carving fresh powder, browsing downtown art galleries, and taking snowcat rides up to cozy mountain cabins for fine dining.
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14. Sydney, Australia
Sydney shines in December and January. Travelers take morning surf lessons at Bondi Beach, walk the scenic clifftop path to Coogee, and take harbour ferries past the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
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13. Phuket, Thailand
Escaping cold weather, travelers in Phuket book speedboats to the Phi Phi Islands, kayak through sea caves in Phang Nga Bay, and sample fresh seafood at bustling evening street markets in Old Phuket Town.
©Wikimedia / Phuket province
12. Costa Rica
Winter dry season makes Costa Rica ideal for outdoor adventure. Popular activities include zip-lining through Monteverde cloud forests, soaking in Arenal volcano hot springs, and spotting sloths in Manuel Antonio National Park.
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11. Vienna, Austria
Vienna winter season charms visitors with festive stalls in front of City Hall, open-air ice skating trails through Rathausplatz, classical Mozart concerts inside historic cathedrals, and warm Sachertorte in traditional coffee houses.
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10. Cancun And Riviera Maya, Mexico
Millions escape to the Yucatan coast each winter to swim with sea turtles in Akumal, explore cliffside ruins overlooking the sea in Tulum, dive into natural freshwater cenotes, and unwind on soft coral sand beaches.
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9. Bali, Indonesia
Bali winter visitors practice morning yoga in Ubud, trek through scenic emerald rice terraces, take surf lessons at Canggu beaches, and watch dramatic ocean sunsets beside cliffside temples like Uluwatu.
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8. Oahu And Maui, Hawaii
Winter is peak humpback whale migration season in Maui waters. Visitors also catch towering winter swells on Oahu North Shore, snorkel with green sea turtles at Hanauma Bay, and hike Diamond Head crater.
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7. Rome, Italy
Winter brings comfortable sightseeing weather to Rome. Travelers tour the Colosseum and Roman Forum without summer crowds, attend festive services near St. Peter Basilica, and warm up with authentic cacio e pepe in Trastevere.
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6. Tokyo, Japan
Winter in Tokyo offers the year clearest views of Mount Fuji. Visitors explore dazzling holiday illuminations in Roppongi, stroll peaceful grounds at Meiji Shrine, and shop through bustling modern districts in Shibuya and Ginza.
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5. London, United Kingdom
London shines in winter with Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, festive ice rinks outside Somerset House, world-class West End theatrical performances, and glowing seasonal light displays along Regent Street and Covent Garden.
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4. Paris, France
The City of Light glows brightly in winter. Travelers browse holiday chalets along the Champs-Elysees, view masterpiece art in quiet Louvre galleries, ice skate near the Eiffel Tower, and enjoy warm chocolate chaud in Saint-Germain.
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3. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Winter brings ideal 75-degree weather to Dubai. Visitors take high-speed 4x4 desert dune safaris, take in panoramic views from the top of the Burj Khalifa, relax at private beach clubs, and shop the annual Dubai Shopping Festival.
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2. New York City, USA
New York City in winter is iconic. Visitors skate under the giant Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, marvel at 5th Avenue holiday window displays, watch the Rockettes Radio City Christmas Spectacular, and attend hit Broadway shows.
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1. Orlando, Florida
Welcoming tens of millions of winter visitors seeking warm sunshine, Orlando features spectacular seasonal festivals across Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, along with championship golf courses and nearby natural springs.
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25 US States with the Best Christmas Celebrations
25 US States with the Best Christmas Celebrations
