| Do you need a break from the cold? If you | | | | is accommodation, food, transfers and water |
| need to thaw out then consider taking a | | | | sports. |
| vacation to a warm weather destination. You | | | | |
| will return tan, refreshed and ready to brave | | | | If you have more time and money then consider |
| the rest of the winter. Here are some | | | | taking a winter vacation in the Southern |
| suggestions for taking a winter holiday. | | | | Hemisphere which is summer during the U.S.' |
| | | | winter. Rio de Janeiro has the world famous |
| First off, you need to decide how long you | | | | beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana with Sugar |
| can get away and how much travel you want to | | | | Loaf as a rugged mountain backdrop. Since |
| do. Since most of the U.S. is cold in winter | | | | Rio is a large city, it boasts five star |
| you'll have to go south to find warm weather. | | | | hotels, fine dining and many nightlife |
| If you only have a few days then it makes | | | | options. Another holiday destination south |
| sense to keep your winter trip close to home | | | | of the equator is Australia. The Gold Coast |
| since you don't want to spend a large part of | | | | is full of sun and sand options and the |
| your holiday on a plane. | | | | cities of Sydney and Melbourne have a |
| | | | European feel. If you're up for some |
| Consider visiting southern Florida which has | | | | adventure then visit the interior and explore |
| loads of options and tropical weather | | | | the outback. |
| throughout the winter. Miami is fantastic | | | | |
| for visiting the beach, soaking up the sun | | | | Southeast Asia is a popular destination due |
| and enjoying the nightlife of South Beach. | | | | to its affordability and richness in culture. |
| If you want a slower pace and fewer crowds, | | | | Singapore is not only full of sights, luxury |
| consider the Florida Keys. Key West is a | | | | hotels and culture but it is known for being |
| quaint city full of bed and breakfasts with | | | | a very clean country. Malaysia has many |
| plenty to do for the entire family including | | | | white sand beaches and islands with |
| water sports and nightlife. | | | | accommodations ranging from simple bungalows |
| | | | to lavish resorts. Thailand is another |
| A bit farther (but not by much) is the | | | | country brimming with ancient sights and |
| Caribbean. You'll need a passport and the | | | | gorgeous beaches and its people are known for |
| flights are more expensive but it is well | | | | their hospitality. |
| worth it. There are tons of tropical islands | | | | |
| from which to choose and there are French, | | | | If you need to find some warm weather then |
| Dutch, British, Latin and other influences to | | | | there are many options for winter vacations. |
| give you some culture. The Dominican | | | | Take lots of pictures and don't forget your |
| Republic is know for its inexpensive all | | | | sunscreen! |
| inclusive resorts; included in the packages | | | | |