9 perfect places to visit around the world for a magical winter you’ll remember forever

Last Updated on 2016-05-19 , 2:07 pm

Living near the equator means we see a lot of sweltering hot days and are often forced to spend all day cooped up in air-conditioned rooms to stay comfortable. Most, if not all of us, dream of getting away to somewhere colder, where its’ always snowy and Christmassy.

In these places, you can experience building a snowman, and having a snowball fight, or just have a hot cup of cocoa to warm you up.  If you actually get a chance to travel, here are the 9 most awesome winter destinations around the world you just cannot miss.

Abisko , Sweden

Located in Lapland where the sun doesn’t even come out for a few weeks in December and January, this place is the serious definition of hard winter. You’ll get a chance to go skiing and husky mushing, as well as see the enchanted Northern Lights, a.k.a the Aurora Borealis.

Huangshan, Sichuan

Huangshan Mountain in China is possibly the most ethereal and hauntingly beautiful winter sceneries you will ever see. If you choose to climb it in winter, always take the necessary safety precautions and try to catch the sunrise here.

Ice Hotel, Jukkasjärvi 

A hotel that’s made entirely of ice sounds like something of out the animated movie ‘Frozen’ or from the story of the Ice Queen. This hotel is built to last from December to March every year and everything from the furniture to the walls are made from ice.

Aspen, Colorado

Aspen is a prime ski resort in the US and if you fancy ice skiing, this is the place to head to. There are plenty of skiing classes for both adults and children, as well as beginner slopes to practice your moves.

Copenhagen, Denmark

If you loved your childhood fairytales like the Little Mermaid, The Emperor’s New Clothes and the Snow Queen, you will want to visit the hometown of the writer of these fairy tales, Hans Christian Anderson. Here you’ll find plenty of cozy eateries where you can snuggle up with a warm beverage and watch the snow falling outside, just like in one of Anderson’s stories.

Transylvania, Romania

If the name Transylvania sounds familiar, it’s because it is the supposed birthplace and home of Dracula, the famed vampire. Nowadays, visitors come here to see the snow topped Carpathian Mountains and attend the Christmas market in December.

Harbin, China

Harbin’s annual ice and snow festival attracts visitors from all over the world with its mind-blowingly beautiful array of ice sculptures. In fact, it’s the biggest ice and snow sculpture showcase in the world and takes place from December to February.

Rovaniemi, Finland

Rovaniemi is very proud of the fact that they’ve been declares the official hometown of Santa Claus, and stepping into the town really does convince you of the fact. You’ll be able to drop by and visit Santa Claus himself, as well as immerse yourself in local culture.

Vienna, Austria

The best time to visit Vienna would be during Christmas when the whole city is lit up with twinkling light, really giving you the traditional sense of Christmas. You can also pay a visit to the famous Vienna Boy’s choir for a dose of Christmas carols and cheer.

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