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10 Best Places To Travel in January: January Holiday Destinations

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Start the year off in the best possible way by hitting up the best places to travel in January, from Africa to Iceland

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New year, new you? Each to their own, but the flipping of the calendar represents a fresh start for many. Why not fill 2023 with exploration and excitement? Come on, you know you want to. Start as you mean to go on by hitting the road in January, and make this a year to remember.

There is more to it than blind excitement, obviously. The winter is hard work for many, a time of darkness and cold, so searching for warmer climes is never a bad idea. The best places to travel in January offer blue skies instead of the blues, and even the grey spots are swathed in beauty. From sunny Africa and Australia to idyllic Iceland and serene Scotland, this is your January travel hit list.

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1. Melbourne

Live in the Northern Hemisphere? Cancel winter’s contract and go south to Melbourne, Australia, where it’s summer. Some people say Melbourne is Australia’s coolest city—and those people are entirely correct (soz, Sydney: take solace with that massive bridge and those lovely beaches). In a more literal sense, the Victorian capital is also warm, especially in January. Expect t-shirt weather, and don’t miss the Big Three: coffee, street art and St Kilda.

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2. Cuba

Basking in the heart of the Caribbean, Cuba makes for an excellent excursion from January’s wintery depths. The whole place feels like it was made for Instagram: the coasts are fringed with talc-like beaches and turquoise waters, while inland mountains lurch up from verdant plains. And then there’s the capital, Havana, with its retro cars (thanks, communism!) and salsa clubs. Your friends at home will hate you. Temperatures are supremely agreeable this time of year, hovering around the 21C/70F mark.

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 Brazil

If you’ve ever glanced at a map of the world, you may have noticed Brazil is rather on the large side, meaning the kinds of temperatures you experience will depend on which part you visit. January is generally a safe bet, with an average mercury reading of 27C/78F. Start in absurdly scenic Rio, draped around a mountainous natural harbour and sporting some of the world’s best beaches, before heading inland to the Amazon. Pack bug spray.

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4. Yellowstone National Park, US

This world-famous Wyoming national park is always spectacular. It is mainly visited in warmer months, but if you can get there in January, you’ll be in for a real treat, with the whole place transformed into an other-worldly wintery wilderness. Animals are much easier to spot in the snow, with the most notable example being bison, complete with their shaggy winter coats, and the steam from the geysers is far more pronounced.

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5. Mekong Delta, Vietnam

South East Asia’s answer to Venice, this vast, emerald patchwork of paddies is known as the rice bowl of Vietnam. The region acts as a kind of colander for the Mekong River as it drains into the South China Sea and is webbed with a dense, tropical maze of chocolate-brown waterways, teeming with villages, pagodas and floating markets. January is one of the best times to visit—warm, dry and sunny. You can hop on a 2–3 day tour starting from Ho Chi Minh City, which lies just to the north (if you book in-country, it’ll cost about the same as a 30-minute gondola ride in Venice).

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6. Shetland, Scotland

You know at the top how we said something about blue skies? Yeah, well, that doesn’t apply here (your extremities might go blue, though!). If a holiday on a remote, rocky, rain-lashed island 200km north of northern Scotland in the North Sea sounds like your idea of something that would go quickly south, hear us out. There is a Viking Festival in January. A. Viking. Festival. It’s called Up Helly Aa, and while we’re slightly crushed we can’t yet speak from firsthand experience, it looks absolutely incredible.

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7. Iceland

Another one where blue skies aren’t exactly guaranteed—though if you’re lucky, they might turn green once night falls. We are, of course, talking about the ethereal Northern Lights, which flood Iceland’s skies with their bewitching colours in January (and the rest of winter). Even if the clouds prove stubborn, there’s more than enough on the ground to keep you busy: majestic waterfalls, exploding geysers, pristine glaciers, and scenery that looks like a sci-fi movie set.

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8. Zanzibar, Tanzania

Most people who hear of this place in that Tenacious D song think it sounds vaguely exotic (and probably fictional) and then forget about it. But not you. We want Zanzibar to be planted in your mind like one of the giant palm trees that line its white shores. Here’s what you need to know. It IS exotic AND real. It’s an archipelago. It’s in Africa. It’s tropical. It’s stupendously beautiful. It’s affordable. And January is the best month to visit.

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9. Dubai

Big, bold, brash and mind-bogglingly vertiginous, this glittering forest of skyscrapers sprouting incongruously from the Arabian Desert demands your attention. Get your bearings from the world’s tallest building, browse the souk in the Old Town by Dubai Creek, and do some dune bashing on a desert safari. Dubai’s got about as much time for winter as it does for low-key construction projects, with January temperatures idling around 25C/77F — so you might want to factor in some beach time, too.

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10. Penang Island, Malaysia

With its colonial-era, mural-adorned capital city and plenty of white sand beaches to plonk yourself down on, you could do much worse than starting off the year on Malaysia’s Penang Island. Not to mention, January’s the perfect time to visit, as George Town becomes even more colourful than usual as Lunar New Year celebrations take over the streets. Wander around the city after dark to see its buildings lit up in a spectacular display, with Kek Lok Si Temple not to be missed. 

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16 Best Cheap Places to Travel in January

Written by Anietra Hamper and Shandley McMurray
Updated Jan 3, 2022

Sometimes January feels like it’s the worst month to travel. The holidays are over and our wallets are light, making it hard to justify a vacation. Don’t despair! With so many affordable places to visit in January, a cheap holiday might be easily within reach.

If you don’t mind sticking to colder locales, your bank account will thank you. The cheapest rates for airfare and hotels in January are often found in more wintry destinations. Take advantage of their low season to receive savings of up to 50 percent off in some locations. But off-season rates are not the only benefit to traveling in January. You will also have more flight options, less crowds, and shorter lines for attractions, which means you can fit in more things to do during your time away.

While winter is the high season in sunny spots like the Caribbean or Mexico, you can still find great vacation deals to these locations if you wait until after the second week in January. The New Year’s crowds have left by this point, and prices begin to decline in the second half of the month. If you can couple that timing with an all-inclusive resort, then you can score a relatively cheap vacation during an otherwise more expensive time of the year in these preferred winter destinations.

Brush off the January blues with the mid-winter bargains on our list of the best cheap places to travel in January.

1. San Diego, California

San Diego skyline at sunset

A visit to San Diego, California in January can cost nearly 40 percent less for hotels, and travelers will receive discounted rates on flights. San Diego’s consistently comfortable climate makes it an attractive vacation destination for midwinter. With daily January temperatures hovering around 65 degrees Fahrenheit, you can wear a T-shirt outside and still enjoy the ocean life that the city is known for, even in the middle of winter.

Soak up some Vitamin D along the 70 miles of coastline, and plan visits to the city’s art galleries and local restaurants serving up Cali Baja cuisine. Walk some of the 1,200 acres of Balboa Park, an urban park with lush gardens, museums, and the San Diego Zoo. You can take day trips to check out some of the trendy coastal neighborhoods like La Jolla and Coronado. For added savings, build your own CityPASS and add discounted tickets to attractions during your stay.

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2. Cancun, Mexico

Aerial view of Cancun

If you dream of warm waves lapping a palm-tree-lined shore, then a January trip to Cancun, Mexico can fulfill that wish. The white sands draw lots of tourists this time of year, so rates will not be super cheap, but the sheer volume of resorts and package rates available for the expected influx of tourists means that you can find deals that are a bit cheaper than other times of the year.

With average January high temperatures around 82 degrees Fahrenheit, you are almost guaranteed that every day will be a great beach day. Cancun can experience intermittent rain in January, but they are generally brief afternoon showers that do not last more than an hour.

To get the best deals in Cancun on hotels in January, plan your trip after the first week, when rates are lower. To save even more, you can stay in Playa del Carmen, which is an hour south of Cancun. It is a smaller tourist area but still lovely to visit, with less expensive hotels. You can plan day trips into Cancun to visit the Playa Tortugas beaches and take in the tourist attractions, like the Chichén-Itzá Mayan UNESCO World Heritage site.

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3. Montréal, Canada

View of downtown Montreal in the winter

Prepare yourself for a chill when you visit Montréal in January. It will be snowy, windy, and downright cold–we’re talking 21 degrees Fahrenheit as a high–but a trip at this time will be low on price and high on fun, winter adventures.

With your savings, you can afford to splurge on a cozy room in a luxury hotel and warm, tasty meals at the city’s top restaurants.

As long as you come prepared, you can handle pretty much anything Québec’s winter weather throws at you. In other words, be sure to pack Canadian winter essentials: snow boots, a warm winter coat, hat, mitts, and a scarf.

Igloofest is a one-of-a-kind festival you won’t want to miss. Located at the Old Port, this annual outdoor music festival is a blast, and all that dancing will help you stay warm. Book a hotel in Old Montréal to up the charm factor of your vacay and wander around the historic buildings, charming streets, and chic boutiques. It’s also quite close to the Old Port, which means you won’t have as far to travel from the concert.

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4. The Florida Keys

Key West, Florida Keys

The Sunshine State’s soft, sandy beaches; tall, waving palms; and sparkling azure waves attract visitors from across the globe at all times of year. In January, travelers can expect temperatures in the mid 70s and the sunny skies we dream of during the cold, dark days of winter up north.

Airfare and hotel prices are lower in January than they are in the following few months of high season. So, take advantage and book a stay in one of this funky region’s five most popular places to visit: Key West, The Lower Keys, Marathon, Islamorada, or Key Largo.

While you’re there, take advantage of Key West’s best beaches before you spend the rest of the day dining in the fantastic restaurants and shopping in the quirky shops of this unique (and uber fun) town.

Don’t miss Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key, Dry Tortugas National Park in Homestead, or the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo.

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5. The Bahamas

Paradise Island , Nassau, Bahamas

The Bahamas is a lovely (and relatively cheap) spot to visit in January. It’s the coldest month of the year, and vacationers tend to wait until the slightly warmer February, March, and April breaks to embark on their Bahamian holidays, which means better deals for you. Before you panic, don’t worry! “Cold” isn’t actually cold. You’ll be looking at highs in the upper 70s.

Book far in advance to secure the best bargains, and opt for a package deal. If you’re hoping to hit Nassau’s Atlantis Paradise Island, you won’t find much of a break price wise, but if you’re looking mid-week towards the middle of the month, you might get lucky.

Fly into Nassau, take a day to explore the attractions, like Nassau Straw Market and Cable Beach, and then head off to the Exumas. There, you’ll find affordable accommodations on Staniel Cay (don’t miss the swimming pigs), Little Exuma, or Great Exuma islands.

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6.

Panama

Eco resort in Bocas del Toro

The Central American country of Panama is a January vacation waiting to happen. There are several cities that make nice options depending on whether you are looking for a beach getaway, an urban vacation, or an eco-friendly experience in a rustic village.

It is a less popular midwinter destination compared to Caribbean cities, which is why prices will be relatively lower for a warm-weather beach location. Flights are usually comparable to more popular January vacation spots, but once you get here, it is cheap. Hotels can average less than 50 USD per night, depending on where you stay.

The added benefit of Panama’s less popular vacation reputation is that there are fewer people sharing the beautiful beaches and turquoise waters with you. The average daily temperatures of 85 degrees Fahrenheit will keep you close to the water, which is a great excuse to check out the Caribbean coast of Bocas del Toro or take a surfing lesson in one of the best surf areas in the country.

Adventure-seekers can settle in the mountain village of Boquete for natural forests and archaeological finds. One of the top cities, and still a bargain in January, is Panama City, with Spanish architecture, plazas, and an active city scene.

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7. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Palm-lined beach in Punta Cana

The Dominican Republic in general is a less expensive destination compared to other Caribbean Islands, and since there are many large beach hotels in Punta Cana, it is easy to find great rates in January. There are a number of all-inclusive resorts that will cut costs even more, and since it is one of the more popular cities in the Dominican Republic, you will be able to find plenty of flight options and deals this time of year. This is an ideal getaway if you want to stay close to the resort and have all of your activities and costs packaged.

The average temperatures in Punta Cana in January hover around 82 degrees, making this beach town more appealing. While the sand and beach are the main attractions in Punta Cana, boat tours are especially popular.

For a less crowded and even cheaper Dominican Republic getaway, you can consider Puerto Plata just east of Punta Cana. It also offers many all-inclusive resorts, but additional off-site activities, like a historic downtown and trails to the top of Mount Isabel de Torres, offer a break from the beach.

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8. Barcelona, Spain

View of Barcelona from the Park Guell

One of the top reasons to visit Barcelona, Spain in January, besides the savings, is that you will see more of the city without the enormous crowds that can be almost unbearable during the summer’s high tourist season. It will be easier to get tickets to popular attractions like the Sagrada Familia, and fewer tourists means that the narrow streets around Las Ramblas will be easier to navigate. The midwinter savings at Barcelona hotels can be as much as 42 percent compared to high-season rates. Flights are cheaper, too.

January temperatures in Barcelona average highs around 56 degrees Fahrenheit, which is quite comfortable compared to the sweltering humid temperatures in the mid 80s in August.

Barcelona has the most tourist traffic of any city in Spain, so a midwinter vacation might be the most pleasant for both your patience and your pocketbook. You will have more time to explore the city’s walkable sites, like the Park Güell, and enjoy a relaxing lunch at one of Barcelona’s waterfront restaurants.

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9. London, England

Big Ben, London

The trade-off for London’s chilly, wet winter is a significant drop in prices to get here and stay, compared to late spring and summer, when the tourist season is at its peak. As one of the world’s top travel destinations, London attracts many tourists at any time of the year, but visiting the city just after the holiday season and before spring has several advantages, the main one being great savings.

The average temperature in London in January is 45 degrees Fahrenheit, which really isn’t bad for winter, but with rainfall common, you will want to pack an umbrella and rain jacket.

A winter visit means you can pack in more sightseeing, since the crowds are smaller at attractions like the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye observation wheel. With your savings on flights and hotels to London, you have more to spend shopping at the city’s best markets, including the Portobello Market, a 150-year-old market with street vendors selling everything from antiques to local food, jewelry, and music.

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10.

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Rafting on the Martha Brae River

Montego Bay in Jamaica is one of the most affordable Caribbean destinations during the high season. What also makes it affordable is the number of flights going in and out, which means you are likely to find both a convenient flight and good rates. There are many all-inclusive resorts, which is also a factor in making Montego Bay a cheap January vacation destination.

With an average daily temperature of 84 degrees in January, Montego Bay is ideal for some beach time but also for outdoor activities, like visiting Dunn’s River Falls or rafting on the Martha Brae River. To check out other areas of the island, you can plan day trips or overnight trips to Negril or Kingston.

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11. Bermuda

Hamilton, Bermuda

While you won’t find the warmest beach weather in Bermuda in January, you will find fab deals on everything from flights to hotels to tours. With highs in the high 60s Fahrenheit, the weather is comfortable at this time, if not balmy enough to play in the turquoise waves all day. You’ll definitely want a sweater or light jacket, especially at night.

That said, jet skiing, rock climbing, and sailing can all be enjoyed in January. And don’t forget golf. Bermuda is dotted with spectacular courses that range from par threes to championship courses. January is a perfect month to tee off.

Shop in Hamilton, read a book on Horseshoe Bay Beach, or pay a visit to Fort St. Catherine. There are so many fun ways to spend your time in Bermuda.

While May is technically the best month to visit Bermuda, a January trip will give you access to the biggest savings, which means you can snag a five-star luxury resort for a fee that won’t make you gasp.

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12. The Caribbean

Tropical beach in Cancun

January is one of the best times to visit the Caribbean. You’ll get optimal weather (highs in the mid-70s to mid-80s) and little rain or humidity. And if you book far enough in advance, you can score a great deal.

Technically, January is part of the Caribbean’s high season (mid-December to early April), which means the prices for airfare and hotels will be higher than other months but the weeks after the December holiday season are typically lower than the rest of the winter.

Choose your location wisely to get the most savings. Cancun, Curacao, Playa Del Carmen, and Cozumel are among the cheapest Caribbean locales to visit. Puerto Rico is another well-priced gem you won’t want to miss, and don’t forget to check prices in Jamaica.

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13. Boston, Massachusetts

Downtown Boston at sunset

While Boston may not compare to a sun-soaked trip to Mexico in January, if you are strictly looking for a cheap getaway to change up the scene then it is worth consideration. If you can stand the cold, the more than 50-percent savings on hotel rates in January compared to high-season rates will make the trip worth it. The average 30-degree-Fahrenheit temperatures in Boston this time of year makes this a perfect getaway for indoor activities of which the city has no shortage.

Hit Boston’s Theatre District to catch performances of traveling Broadway shows and local acting troops. Catch an indoor game with the Boston Celtics at TD Garden, or hit one of the 60 museums in the city, like the New England Aquarium, Museum of Fine Arts, and the Museum of Science. There are also winter-specific walking tours around Boston that will give you an entirely new perspective on one of America’s most exciting cities.

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14. Chicago, Illinois

Millenium Park, Chicago

While Chicago, Illinois may not be your first thought when considering January vacations, it is actually one of the cheapest times to experience the Windy City. The city will likely be snow-covered, but since many of its museums and attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago and the Shedd Aquarium are indoors, the weather is not an issue. One of the best reasons to go is the nearly 50-percent savings on hotel rooms and discounted airfares to Chicago at this time of year.

Shops along The Magnificent Mile are still open in the winter, and you might just find a clearance-rack parka to sport around town. January temperatures in Chicago average 30 degrees Fahrenheit, but you can take your savings and warm up with a famous Chicago deep-dish pizza.

Hop on the L train, Chicago’s public transit system, to get from point A to point B, and hit some of the ethnic neighborhoods and downtown attractions. Check out the frozen Chicago cityscape from 103 floors above the city from the Willis Tower Skydeck.

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Dublin, Ireland

Ha Penny Bridge, Dublin

One of the best times to visit Dublin, Ireland is during the off-season, when airfare and lodging rates plummet and there are almost no crowds in the popular tourist areas. When the tourist season begins to pick up in March, you can expect rates to hike along with the lines to see popular attractions like St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

The mild Dublin temperatures will be cooler in January (averaging mid-40 degrees Fahrenheit) than in the summer, but they will make spending the days shopping at the Moore Street Market more tolerable.

Don a jacket and pack a brolly to take in Ireland’s fun capital city. Save even more money by leaving your car at the hotel. Dublin is a walkable city, and the public bus system is a convenient way to get on and off at your destinations without having to drive. Visit some of the free attractions, like the National Gallery of Ireland museum and the Chester Beatty Library.

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16. Nepal

Prayer flags in front of Mt. Everest

You can find great deals on travel to Nepal pretty much any time of the year, but if you are looking to find even steeper discounts, January is a good time to consider. The downside to the midwinter timing is that it is colder, and some of the higher passes of Langtang and Annapurna will likely be covered in snow, so trekking opportunities may be more limited. The upside is that there will be fewer crowds compared to the fall.

Though January is the coldest month of the year in Nepal, there is still plenty to do, like explore Kathmandu or visit the Chitwan National Park, where guests can go on an elephant safari, visit the museum at Kasara, or check out the Gharial Breeding Center. Lower than other places in Nepal, this park offers a spectacular (and slightly warmer) opportunity to view impressive wildlife.

There are a number of tourist options to view the Himalayan mountains, from multi-day treks with a tour company to flying over the snow-capped mountains in an airplane.

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More Budget Travel Ideas: If you are on the lookout for other budget-minded vacation options, plan a holiday getaway with some cheap places to go in December or cheap Christmas holiday destinations. If you love the winter scene, and you are looking for great cheap ski vacations there are some nice options in Montana, Utah, and Oregon. If you are interested in cheap trips to Europe there are options in Spain, Germany, and the Czech Republic.

tours and prices • where to go and where to relax in January?

After the New Year holidays, as a rule, you want peace, tranquility and family comfort. This is the best time to think about plans for the coming year, get inspired to do big things and just take time for family and friends. The best holiday setting! Let’s take a look at vacation options, shall we?

Tours to Thailand – in January in this country the holiday season, the average temperature is + 30 degrees during the day. Thailand is a very diverse country. So here you can plunge into a quiet holiday, accompanied by meditation and spa therapy, or choose a more active holiday and attend all kinds of show programs, of which there are a huge number. Cities are noisy, large, dusty, huge markets and bazaars, where you will be happy to spend money on souvenirs. nine0007 Holidays in Sri Lanka , or as it used to be called Ceylon, an island in the Indian Ocean, the average temperature is + 30 degrees. More suitable for a relaxing holiday with children, of course the flight is long, but it’s worth it, very beautiful nature and huge snow-white beaches, there are also many significant places in Sri Lanka that a tourist must visit, in general, only in Sri Lanka, almost 9 UNESCO protected sites. In Sri Lanka, you should see the Temple complexes, high-altitude tea plantations, elephant nurseries, the royal botanical garden, Yala National Park and much more, so when planning a vacation in Sri Laka, you need to count the time, as weeks in order to have a great rest and feel the country is not enough for you. As for the cuisine, of course, there are several spices in abundance in the finished products, but nevertheless, there is something so fabulous and tasty in this oriental cuisine. The colors that fill everything around you will impress you immediately upon arrival – these are bright greenery, bright spices, clothes, people, signs, everything around is cheerful, and somewhat calm. nine0007 Trips to the UAE
The first thing you should pay attention to in January is, of course, the weather. You will be warm and comfortable in the UAE, since the best period to visit the country is the end of autumn, the winter months. In January, after the New Year holidays in the famous shopping centers, you will definitely get good discounts. The hotel base in the UAE is one of the best in the world: service, new buildings, excellent food. In this country, you will be surrounded by luxury and beauty everywhere. Children will also be very interested, as there are many entertainment centers, water parks, zoos and a variety of exciting activities. For adults, they offer desert jeep safaris or diving. nine0007 Goa will please anyone with its diverse flora and fauna, beautiful beaches and good hotels. As for the cuisine, do not forget that it is different from the European one. Goa is perfect for both beach and sightseeing holidays.
Zanzibar is a small island where you will forget about the winter cold. It is calm and quiet, like its inhabitants. The beaches are deserted, which attracts people who want to be alone with themselves. The kitchen will delight you with fresh seafood that will be prepared in front of you. Excursions, diving, surfing, fishing are available for active tourists. Also on the island there is a place where dolphins constantly swim, locals like to take tourists there. nine0003

In January, the ski resort is the most requested one both in Europe and in Ukraine. If you want to go abroad, then resorts in the Alps and Scandinavia will be happy to meet you, the level of relaxation there has long been known to tourists.
The Alps are the first thing a tourist thinks about when he wants to relax in the mountains. In 4 countries you can choose a resort, be it France, Switzerland, Austria or Italy.
Andorra is a small country that Europeans have long loved, there are two explanations for this: the first is, of course, ski resorts, there are only two of them. The second is shopping. Compared to other European countries, Andorra has good prices, so many people buy equipment and clothes when they come there. nine0003

Where to swim in winter in January?

After severe frosts, there is nothing better than sunbathing and shopping in warm countries. Sometimes, you just want to be transported from snow-covered cities to the Cote d’Azur, under the gentle warm sun! So, before choosing where to go to the sea in winter, you need to carefully study the climatic and weather conditions at the proposed resorts.

Today, among the common and relatively inexpensive resorts, the United Arab Emirates, India, Thailand, etc. are singled out. Having carefully studied the offers, you can change the harsh climate for an unforgettable warm vacation, which you could not have dreamed of before! nine0003

For a radical change in climate, you need to choose countries with hot weather. Where to go to the sea in winter? – There, where the gentle sun and the warm sea!

One of the most popular resorts is Thailand, which has warm, gentle weather since the beginning of December. In the first month of the year, in Thailand, the “t” of air is set to 30 – 35 degrees above zero, water is up to + 27 ° С.

Pattaya is a popular holiday resort, Phuket and Koh Samet are also not deprived of attention. Here tourists can find colorful show programs, clubs, shops, and of course, recreational facilities for sunbathing and swimming. To relax in an exotic country, you will need a visa to Thailand. In January, with the end of the Christmas commotion, the cost of tour packages goes down. nine0003

United Arab Emirates

Holidays in the UAE is a great opportunity to swim in the Persian Gulf and spend time doing exciting shopping. Popular places:

• Abu Dhabi;
• Ajman;
• Dubai;
• Sharjah etc.

Each emirate is famous for its unique attractions and places of interest. On the beaches, tourists will be met by soft warm sand and clear water. To enjoy all the beauties – you need a visa to the UAE. In the first month here is the winter period, but here at this time it is much warmer than in the latitudes of the vast Motherland.