Don’t let the dark, cold months put your travel plans on hold. Round up your friends and head to one of these top winter destinations for group travel!
Winter often seems to last forever. Make the season fly by and plan a winter trip that takes full advantage of the beauty and wonder the season has to bring. Whether you want to plan a reunion with friends or meet up with family in a new destination, taking the time to travel gives you the opportunity to reconnect and get in some quality time together. Here we list some of the best winter destinations for group travel—check them out and let the planning begin.
Banff, Canada
Head to the southwestern region of the Canadian Rockies to find roughly 1.6 million acres equipped with beautiful mountain scenery. Just 80 miles west of Calgary, you may find you and your group ice skating on Lake Louise, or hiking through the never-ending winter trails. Plan your stay along the lake or up in the mountains!
Reykjavik, Iceland
Embark on an unearthly outdoor adventure and chase the northern lights in Reykjavik, Iceland. But, before the night sky becomes too prominent, you should visit the Golden Circle and experience both fire and ice, complete with waterfalls, hot springs and beautiful mountains. If your group is looking for a bit of relaxation, take a trip to the Blue Lagoon for a famous hot spring spa experience.
Burlington, Vermont
If you’re looking for a winter destination that’s covered with fresh snow, take a trip to Burlington, in northwestern Vermont. Book your group’s stay at one of the town’s chic hotels in downtown, which is packed with shops, restaurants, breweries and live music. Make sure to save a day for the outdoors though, and head up to the top of some of the famous ski resorts for the run of a lifetime.
Nagano, Japan
Located in the northern Japanese Alps, take a trip to the home of the 1998 Winter Olympics. Groups can visit former Olympic facilities and relive the magic, or enjoy the spectacle of the Nagano Lantern Festival, held in honor of the games. If you’re looking for some thrill, take a day-trip to Yamanouchi’s Jigokudani Monkey Park, a collection of natural hot springs that is frequented by wild snow monkeys.
New York City
Experience the hustle and bustle of the city in its prime season. Groups can enjoy festive lights and holiday shows along the streets, or from a sky-rise hotel. Winter also welcomes annual celebrations including Winter Jazzfest and Chinese New Year festivities, which bring even more life to the Big. Book a trip at the end of the year and celebrate by watching the ball drop on New Year’s Eve in the heart of the city. It doesn’t get much better than that when ringing in the new year!
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By Sarah Amtsberg
