Our top 50 winter holiday destinations for every type of traveller
The world is divided into two types of people: those who relish the cooler months and those who don’t. The first group looks forward to invigorating walks, open fires, red wine and fluffy doonas. The second type of traveller, like a migrating bird, prefers to fly, drive or cruise to warmer places. Here, in this special guide, is a multitude of ways to get going in mid-winter, whether you want to head to a place where the mercury is up or to one where you’ll need to switch up the temperature yourself.
Best winter holiday escapes: Islands
Why not escape to an island where the water’s warm all winter, and the locals are even warmer?
- by Craig Tansley
Best winter holiday escapes: Cities
Some cities shine in winter, others offer a perfect escape for the shivering masses.
- by Julietta Jameson
Best winter holiday escapes: Country
Heading to the country provides relaxation for the mind and the soul - in all types of weather.
- by Sheriden Rhodes
Best winter holiday escapes: Snow
Cold weather spells one thing for skiers and snowboarders: holiday time.
- by Jim Darby
Best winter holiday escapes: Cruises
Swap winter blues for those of the Pacific on a cruise for all seasons.
- by Brian Johnston