Escaping From the Cold: Tropical Places to Go this Winter

While the Northern Hemisphere is almost entering the winter season, the Southern Hemisphere is about to kick start the summer. The so-called “White Christmas” is not a reality for the neighbors in the center-bottom area of the globe, as spending Christmas and New Year's at the beach may be quite common.

Thinking about that, we have prepared a list with some options for you to go spend this Holidays in a tropical country, to avoid the cold from this winter season that is approaching.

1. Bali, Indonesia

The paradise island in Indonesia offers activities for all tastes, pleasing adventurers searching for surfing spots and hikes, but also wellness enthusiasts and religious travelers who will be delighted by numerous ancient temples. Peaceful and relaxing beaches are a reality, but you can as well find lively nightlife in Seminyak and Kuta.

Klingking Beach

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Tegelalang Rice Terraces

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Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

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2. Bora Bora, French Polynesia

The small island in the South Pacific region is a dream come true destination. Attracting many couples, this isle offers everything a romantic trip deserves. Many activities grant the stay very pleasing, as tourists can do paddle boarding, fishing, snorkeling, swimming, kite surfing, and even shark and ray diving in the crystal clear waters.

Overwater Bungalows

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Snorkeling with Sharks

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3. Fernando de Noronha, Brazil

Considered a ‘UNESCO World Heritage Site’, the Brazilian archipelago has a delicate ecosystem, therefore, visitors are restricted. Fernando de Noronha is one of the best diving destinations worldwide due to its breathtaking beaches with calm and warm waters, indeed, finding dolphins and turtles is a very usual activity. There are some hikes with mesmerizing view points of cliffs and the “infinite” sea.

Baía dos Porcos

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Snorkeling with Turtles

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4. Seychelles

Located in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is an archipelago composed of 115 islands. The most famous islands are Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, where the first one offers more than 60 beaches with various restaurants, bars and casinos. Both the Aldabra coral atoll and the Vallée de Mai are considered “UNESCO World Heritage Sites”, thus being highly protected. There are many activities for tourists, such as diving, fishing, sailing and of course, relaxing on a paradise beach.

La Digue

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Aldabra Atoll

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5. Mauritius

Last, but certainly not least, the last paradise island is Mauritius, in Africa. The destination offers both relaxation and sports; nature and culture. With clear blue lagoons and warm sea, colonial houses and tropical vegetation, Mauritius is an island with many activities. Most tourists stay in resorts where it is possible to have everything needed for a stay in such an unique place.

Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

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