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Best Places to Vacation in January/February

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Wondering where else to go for the best vacation experience in January or February, when much of the northern hemisphere is shivering from winter's chill?

The choice comes down to heading south to warmer climes (it's high season in the Caribbean and summer south of the Equator) or reveling in the cold at ski towns, ice hotels, and places that make a mean cup of hot chocolate. Some of the best places for January and February vacations are:

USA

TROPICAL DESTINATIONS

ASIA/SOUTH PACIFIC

Sure Things

  • Year-round, the weather's just about perfect in Hawaii.
  • Somewhere around the world, every month of the year, a cruise ship is sailing some place wonderful.

Beat the Crowds

If you're outfitted with a warm coat and an umbrella, you'll find most cities in Europe cool and uncrowded. Although it's too chilly to swim in the Mediterranean this time of year, it's plenty warm inside the shops, museums, and restaurants of France, Italy, and Great Britain. Be aware that it is prime time for ski areas in France, Italy, and Switzerland, though.

Not the Best Time to Visit

Despite its popularity as a honeymoon haven, Bermuda is no place to visit in the winter. It's cold and windy and there's not much to do until the weather is warm.

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