Winter Wanderlust

Find your next frosty retreat.

Travel + Leisure Editors

7 January 2025 at 10:00 am

Biletskiy_Evgeniy/Getty Images Aurora borealis on the Lofoten islands, Norway — Biletskiy_Evgeniy/Getty Images
Aurora borealis on the Lofoten islands, Norway

With winter comes shorter days and cooler temperatures, but that doesn't mean giving up on the vacation of your dreams. Whether you're looking forward to trekking through the snow or planning an escape to the southern hemisphere for more fun in the sun, winter is the perfect time to book that hotel and plan your getaway. These are our recommendations for the perfect winter destinations — just remember to pack those layers.

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