Top 6 Best Winter Destinations for 2024
Don't know where to go this winter to enjoy a unique experience? Look no further!
After presenting you with our top destinations for last summer, today we offer you an overview of ideal destinations for the winter months of 2024. Whether you are tempted by the exoticism of beaches, the magic of snow-covered landscapes or the exploration of fascinating cultures, we have selected places for you that will satisfy all your desires. Thanks to the expertise of our partner Charter Voyages, these destinations promise unforgettable holidays, combining relaxation and discovery. So, let yourself be inspired!
Thailand
Welcome to the land of smiles! Nowhere else is the magic of Southeast Asia as enchanting as in Thailand…
Looking at the outline of Thailand and with a bit of imagination, one can picture an elephant's head — a symbol of wealth. Moreover, Thailand is rich, rich with wonderful beaches, picturesque landscapes, and majestic temples.
A glance at the map: nestled in the "trunk" of the elephant, the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, a city of a thousand facets, offers true chaos with pedicabs, speeding motorcycles, street food vendors and, in between, peaceful green spots in the shade of temples. The southern part of the country — the elephant's trunk — is distinguished by luxury hotels, abundant vegetation, long sandy beaches and diverse marine environments. The north, on the other hand — the elephant's ear — is renowned for its crafts, fascinating temples, and the mysterious Golden Triangle. Finally, you will encounter great hospitality throughout the country. Sawasdee — welcome.
Hotel favourites from our partner Charter Voyages :
Hotel Pimalai Resort & Spa / Ko Lanta
Hotel The Surin / Phuket
Hotel Zeavola Resort / Koh Phi Phi
The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort / Krabi
Hotel Paradise Koh Yao Resort / Koh Yao Noi
Hotel Santhiya / Koh Yao Yai
Hotel Bangsak Village / Khao Lak
The Siam Bangkok / Bangkok
Mexico
Mexico is an ideal destination for a relaxing and exploratory trip. Ideally located between North America and Latin America, Mexico enjoys significant maritime access: to the Pacific Ocean in the west and to the Caribbean Sea in the east. Mexico also boasts great cultural diversity, offering the opportunity to engage in numerous unique activities, included in the programme of an organised trip to Mexico.
Mexico is primarily known for its beautiful fine sandy beaches. Mexico's seaside resorts are the best destinations whether you are seeking relaxation and a warm atmosphere or wishing to rejuvenate in an exotic and serene natural setting. Choose the lively beaches of Cancun or Acapulco for a trip to Mexico to spend special moments meeting numerous other travellers looking for a getaway. These seaside resorts host a large number of tourist facilities for all preferences, ranging from authentic bungalows to five-star luxury hotels. The waterfronts are lined with numerous establishments: bars, restaurants, nightclubs, etc. Far from the tourist areas swarmed by holidaymakers during vacation periods, the beaches of Mexican islands, off the Pacific Ocean, such as Hidden Beach and Playa del Amor, are the best places to fully rejuvenate in an exotic and authentically beautiful setting.
Mexico also has a unique cultural heritage. The country has inherited indigenous and Spanish traditions and has a history rich in heritage. Enjoy a tour in Mexico to visit the Mayan archaeological site at Chichen Itza in Yucatan, that of Palenque in Chiapas, or the remains of the small Mayan city of Tulum in Quintana Roo, in the immediate vicinity of a beautiful fine sandy beach and turquoise waters. Archaeological sites from the Aztec and Inca periods are also part of the essential stages of a guided tour in Mexico. Mexico City, the capital of Mexico, perfectly combines tradition and modernity. The large city is built around the Plaza de la Constitución, which constitutes the historic centre of the city, housing several monuments attesting to the country's history.
Hotel favourites from our partner Charter Voyages :
The Diplomat Boutique Hotel / Mérida
Oriundo Luxura Nature Villas / Valladolid
Azulik Tulum
Be Tulum Beach & Spa Resort / Tulum
Viceroy Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen
Ser Casasandra Holbox / Isla Holbox
Habitas Bacalar / Bacalar
Dominican Republic
Music and the sea make the Dominican Republic famous. This island paradise indeed shares its days and nights between a richly coloured underwater world and a nocturnal universe filled with dances and tropical sounds.
Carnival is a great time of celebration. Music takes over the streets in a frenzy of deafening sounds. A true cultural event on the island, an explosion of joie de vivre. Islanders dance to the rhythms of merengue, salsa, bachata and reggae, and it's a competition for the most original costume. Come celebrate with them! Always reigning, colours also paint sumptuous underwater life scenes off the coasts: coral reefs and schools of fish compete in grace, richness and beauty. After exploring the seabed, nothing beats relaxing under the palm trees on the coastal beaches. The Dominican Republic — a postcard panorama.
Hotel favourites from our partner Charter Voyages :
Zoëtry Agua / Punta Cana
Hilton La Romana / Bayahibe
Dream Dominicus La Romana & Spa / Bayahibe
Mauritius
Unparalleled fine sandy beaches, first-class hotels and nature rich in contrasts are the attractions of this gem set in the embrace of the Indian Ocean. However, the true charm of the place remains the hospitality of the locals.
Idyllic beaches enjoy warm pleasant temperatures all year round. Moreover, everyone will find something to their liking: indeed, most establishments serve high-quality cuisine and offer activity programmes dedicated to children. Crystal-clear bays, lush tropical forests and landscapes adorned with magnificent rocky crests: this island has certainly been blessed by nature. Whether you wish to explore the seabed, undertake a trail excursion in a national park or practice your swing while enjoying the sea view, everything is possible here. Finally, those who wish to experience the hustle and bustle of city life for a moment will not fail to take a tour of the capital, Port Louis, where the Central Bazaar is a true melting pot of interculturality.
Hotel favourites from our partner Charter Voyages :
Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa
Finland
A fox runs across the fjells, its tail whipping and throwing snow, igniting the sky with sparks. This is how a Sami legend explains the appearance of the "revontulet", the aurora borealis.
These are visible in winter when solar activity is particularly strong and the sky is clear. In December and January, when the day no longer rises, the sky is coloured in pastels, it is the period of kaamos – a mysterious and fairy-like phenomenon enveloping the landscape. But in Finland, while winter is reserved for the aurora borealis, the splendour of nature dazzles in all seasons. Summer lends itself to hours of relaxation and solitude in a log cabin by a lake: catching your own fish, frying it over a wood fire while watching a sun that never stops shining as night crosses the horizon, cooling off in the lake waters by the door after enjoying the benefits of your own sauna, then letting yourself be lulled by the sounds of the surrounding forest. Here, the soul and nature become one. And if you wish to go beyond forests and pristine lakes, Helsinki and the coastal cities await you with open arms: here, urban life perfectly embraces the country's traditions and culture. The design city of Helsinki showcases great technical and architectural modernity while resolutely claiming Karelian and Sami elements from the north and east of Finland.
Hotel favourites from our partner Charter Voyages :
Arctic treeHouse Hotel / Rovaniemi
New York / USA
A trip to New York awakens a childhood dream in each of us. Always admired, staged a thousand times by the best directors, and never equalled, the city fascinates its visitors. Wander through the galleries of the MoMA and the Guggenheim, browse the luxury boutiques of the legendary 5th Avenue, go for a jog in Central Park like a true New Yorker and let yourself be seduced by the trendy neighbourhoods of Soho, Tribeca, Little Italy and Greenwich Village. Across the East River, Brooklyn cultivates an atmosphere that is sometimes cool and trendy, sometimes intimate and residential. And to better appreciate this towering city, multiply the viewpoints from the numerous observatories. After getting dazzled by skyscrapers, you head out to explore the wild expanses of Long Island or the chic enclaves of the Hamptons, get some greenery on the shores of the Hudson or hike in the Catskills mountains. A trip to the State of New York holds many surprises for those who dare to escape the allure of the Big Apple.
Hotel favourites from our partner Charter Voyages :
Loews Regency New York Hotel Upper East Side
The Mandarin Oriental, Midtown
Soho Grand, Soho
Whether you are attracted by the sunny beaches of Thailand and Mexico, the winter landscapes and the aurora borealis of Finland, or the vibrancy of New York under its winter coat, this winter of 2024 offers varied options for all tastes. Each destination promises a unique and memorable experience. With the valuable advice of our partner Charter Voyages, you are assured of finding the perfect place for your holiday. So, don't wait any longer to book your getaway and live unforgettable moments, whether under the sun or in the snow!
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