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Aurora Borealis

For those of you who are looking for a humbling holiday experience, make a trip to see the awe inspiring Aurora Borealis. The Aurora Borealis can be seen almost anywhere within the Arctic Circle. Translated to mean 'The Dance of the Spirits,' it is often found to be quite the humbling sight. Watch as the bright colors swirl about as if illuminated by gods in the skies. Though the lights are most prominent from April to September they are still present during the winter monthes. The best places to view the magnificence of the Northern Lights are Greenland, the Scandinavian Coast, and Siberia -all of which offer terrific tour packages and resorts allowing you to take a front row seat to one of Mother Nature’s most wonderful displays.

Hokkaido, Japan

Looking for an exotic holiday in the cold? See how the other half of the world winters in Hokkaido, Japan. With scenic views of snow capped mountains, forests, lakes and marshlands, Hokkaido is a one stop winter destination that has it all. From tradition to cutting edge, this region of the Asian island offers Japanese winter festivals of various sorts that will have you immersed in a new culture. The villages of Hokkaido are really something to see as houses and castles made of ice glow with a warm light from the inside out. You could also opt for bird watching on ice drifts, an activity becoming widely popular, or cruise through the ice on a real ice breaker to view a winter landscape unlike any other.

Alaskan cruise

Like to cruise? Love the cold? Then you will love an Alaskan cruise that gets you away from it all and gives you the views of a lifetime. Drifting past floating icebergs and watching some of the most unlikely of gorgeous sunsets with your significant other on these arctic cruises do not disappoint. And even though you are drifting through the ocean everything you could possible would want is onboard. Fabulous entertainment, casinos, great food and the chance to visit many different ports along the way are all wrapped up in great year-round package deals. Most cruise lines travel from Anchorage, Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia so you won't miss any of the beautiful northwestern landscape.

Greece

If you can’t take the heat but have always wanted to visit Greece then do it in the winter. That’s right, the temperature drops, the tourists go home, but the ancient sights and culture that make this one of the world’s top summer destinations never cease. While you’re sure not to sweat taking in the Parthenon and ancient city streets, you won’t freeze either. The temperature stays relatively mild and is perfect for exploring Greece’s fascinating history. The country and its islands are just as beautiful in the winter months, and much cheaper for those vacationing on a dime.

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