Everyone is looking forward to the January holidays: some plan to lie on the couch and eat tangerines for a week, while others want to go on a trip. Which winter holiday destination to choose to get the most out of it?
Lapland in Finland
Here is a real winter fairy tale: the Northern Lights, snow-covered trees and Christmas markets! Go dog sledding, skiing, be sure to visit Santa Claus Village, which is located in the city of Rovaniemi.
Val-d'Isere in France
This is a famous ski resort with expensive hotels and incredible slopes: ski in the morning and go to one of the clubs at night.
Salzburg in Austria
A cozy city where you can go to the Mozart Museum, skate on the main square of the city and drink mulled wine. Be sure to attend a performance in the Grand Festival Hall and take a look at the Mirabell Palace!
Quebec in Canada
If you're looking to visit a historic city, Quebec City is the perfect place to do so, as you can stroll through the Place Royal, wander through the Old Town, and admire the ice houses that are built during the Quebec Winter Carnival.
Innsbruck in Austria
Another incredibly beautiful city. It is worth coming here for the views of the Alps, which open from the Bergisel ski jumps, and in your free time, you can go to the Hofburg Imperial Palace and stroll along the streets of the Old Town.
Zurich in Switzerland
The perfect place to get into the spirit of the New Year holidays! On the Town Hall Square there is a Christmas market where you can buy gifts for your loved ones, then you can go to the Kunsteisbahn Oerlikon skating rink, and another must-see on the program is a panoramic view of Zurich from Uetliberg Mountain.
Prague in the Czech Republic
In Prague, New Year's holidays are widely celebrated: they decorate the city with lights, arrange Christmas markets and fill skating rinks in the squares. If you come here, be sure to visit Prague Castle and visit the Charles Bridge.
Amsterdam in the Netherlands
Amsterdam will appeal to lovers, who can arrange dates in one of the many cafes in the city, and in the evenings go to the ice rink. Art lovers will love the Van Gogh Museum.
Edinburgh in Scotland
Edinburgh is beautiful at any time of the year, and in winter it is a real fairy tale. Castle, lush nature and historic buildings – it's like you're in a Harry Potter movie! Edinburgh hosts the Scottish Christmas Markets and the Hogmanay Festival every year, which is well worth a visit.
Vienna in Austria
Everything in this charming city is filled with luxury. Tourists should go to the Vienna Opera, take a walk in the Prater Park and try Viennese strudel at the Christmas market on the Town Hall Square.
Lake Louise in Canada
An incredibly beautiful turquoise lake in the Canadian Rockies, which will appeal to all nature lovers. Come here to stay away from the city and fish, ski and admire the views of the Victoria Glacier.
Jukkasjärvi in Sweden
If you want an unusual experience of staying in an ice hotel, then go here: every year an ice and snow hotel is built in this village, where everyone can rent a room.
Oslo in Norway
Oslo will appeal to those who want to ski in Normarken and walk around the city every day. Stop by the Munch Museum to see the artist's work, and later head to one of the many cosy cafes.
Reykjavik in Iceland
The nature of these places is truly fascinating. Suffice it to mention the glacier with the complex name of Langjökull and the Northern Lights! Be sure to take a dip in the thermal springs of the Blue Lagoon – it's an unforgettable experience.
Avoriasis in France
A ski resort in the heart of the Alps. Go skiing, snowboarding, since there are a lot of trails here, and in the evening you can go and try local cuisine in the best restaurants of the town.
