Sure, it’s summer right now in the U.S., but it’s winter right now in other parts of the world. Whether you are up for the more daring experience, thrilling and hazardous enterprise or you would rather go on investing the unknown, winter is the perfect season to completely indulge in those adventures. Nowadays, people strive to go on a more active and fun winter holiday, then just to merely sip hot cocoa and read a book the whole day. If you are that type of an individual who aims to have a bold, forceful holiday, here are some destinations worth visiting.
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Explore Nepal
There is no better place to utterly indulge in winter wonders than Nepal. With its stunning and mesmerizing mountains, Nepal offers an adventurous step up to crampons! You can go mountaineering to the high Himalayas, or explore the wild pine track route to that marvelous peak. Also, if you join the mountaineering skills program, you will have the opportunity to learn how to use a knot when climbing, place rock and snow anchors, and so on. Winter is also the season when they have unique Hindu festivities, so you are definitely in for a treat.
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Grasp the Chilean winter
Among numerous reasons why you should visit Chile during winter, one of the reasons on top of the list is its flabbergasting landscape. The cold Chilean air will not leave you breathless, it is the stunning and tranquil countryside that will do so. In wintertime, you will be able to explore the untouched Andes, go for ice skating on the icy blue lakes or walk along the splendid show-peaked volcanoes and Patagonia’s Laguna Azul. If that is not adventurous enough, you can always visit the Andes ski resort in Valle Nevado and try some of the exciting winter sports, or enliven your senses with the Chilean cuisine and try some tasty meaty soups that are perfect winter food.
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Inspect unspoiled New Zealand
You can get easily adapted to Southern Hemisphere, so don’t get worried if you might go on a winter holiday in July. Ski holidays that New Zealand has to offer are breathtaking because you can have an ultimate snowboarding adventure and enjoy its awesome snowy scenery at the same time. Mt Hutt located near Christchurch is top ski destination for many adventurous since it offers a roller coaster terrain across a series of interconnected bowls pushing your holiday to the next level. What is more, the already beautiful mountain peaks transform into dreamy ice cones ready to be explored on foot.
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The timid Baffin Island
Canada’s biggest and wildest island is still quite far-fetched for many travelers, but that trend is steadily changing. Many adventurers opt for inspecting Baffin’s winter wonders because you can see the mother nature at its finest. Not only is it considered as a glacier-scoured open zoo where you can see the polar bears and bowhead whales simply roaming around, but it is also thought to be the most impressive Arctic wilderness. When you head off on a holiday to this Canadian island, be prepared to go kayaking around the Fjord and to immerse into chill ocean snorkeling. So it is fair to say, that this adventure is more for the brave and courageous.
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White Finland
Another true Arctic winter wonderland, Finland screams snow and fun. Finnish Lapland is filled with snow-dusted fir forests and breathless waterfalls and natural glaciers. You can harness the Huskies and sled into the Finnish whiteness and along the untamed path witness the shimmering Northern Lights, that will leave you astonished. If you are not up to experiencing the rush of a dog sled, then you can relax and watch the sun go down in one of the many outdoor saunas surrounded by thick wild snow.
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In-depth Yellowstone adventure
It is the world’s first national park, and not just due to that reason is it worth visiting, but also because it offers many guided trips and programs for people of all ages. In a snowmobile or snow coach, you can visit the picture-perfect Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. With a wolf and a tracking guide, you can also explore the incredible Lamar Valley and witness the genuine and stunning geothermal winter. When the night falls, you will be able to sleep in cozy, wooden lodges.
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Europe winter sensations
Europe during the winter season has abundant activities to offer, especially for those adventurers who are on a tight budget. Firstly, if you are up for something more romantic and sensational then you should visit the cities of Prague or Budapest. There you can walk along the bustling and hectic streets, enjoying in mulled wine with chilly breeze slightly caressing you. Then, there are the unforgettable Alps. You can visit any of its ski resorts, but the best winter adventure would be achieved if you go to Interlaken, Switzerland. Hiking and climbing are literally hair-raising, but this adventurous destination offers also a train ride for less-strenuous travelers. There’s a wide variety of Europe trips available, so make sure you take a look at your options before deciding.
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Unique Iceland
Definitely the whole country should be explored and visited during winter. When you exit the capital of Reykjavik, you would have a chance to see colossal glaciers, epic bubbling hot springs, and unique waterfalls. For a more active holiday, you can rent a snowmobile and go around the island indulging in its icy glacial lakes and stony volcanoes. The friendly locals will show you the hunting techniques, and even give you a tour of how to make their famous reyka (a type of vodka) that will keep you warm during your visit.
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