While many enjoy spending the holiday season at home with their loved ones, travel fanatics also enjoy getting away to enjoy the Christmas sunshine in different places around the world.
Have you ever imagined making a snowman out of sand at sunset? It is a dream of many people.
Here are 10 destinations for a tropical Christmas!
Bali – Indonesia
As one of the most picturesque islands Indonesia has to offer, Bali is very popular with travelers during the festive period.
With its white sand beaches and clear blue waters, it's the perfect place to kick back, relax and enjoy some winter sunshine.
Cuba
With its unique architecture, fantastic rum and tropical temperatures, Cuba is a fantastic vacation spot. You can enjoy a 5 star beach resort or travel to places like Havana and Cayo Levisa.
Winter, which lasts from November to February, is the dry season. So it's the best time to visit Cuba, since it rains less.
Cayman Islands
Caymanians really know how to celebrate the festivities, throwing beach parties and showing off spectacular lights. They even create their own tropical snow, covering the grass with white beach sand!
Costa Rica
Costa Rica not only offers visitors fantastic beaches and resorts for the Christmas season, but also a whole range of Christmas activities.
The country hosts three main parades, encouraging all visitors to fully engage.
Canary Islands
The Spanish archipelago is located 100 km west of the coast of Morocco and is the best place to soak up the European sun. With the likes of Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria all part of the island group, there are plenty of options.
Goa – India
If you're looking to spend time on a tropical beach and soak up some culture this Christmas, Goa is the place for you.
India's smallest state has a world heritage site, places of worship and some fantastic sandy beaches, plus all the charm of diamonds and clothing.
Saint Kitts – Caribbean
It doesn't get more exotic than the Caribbean, with St Kitts being one of the most popular areas to visit. The island kicks off two weeks of festivities, with carnivals and parades taking place every day in the run-up to Christmas Day.
thailand
Although Thailand has become very popular with gap year travelers in recent years, it is still one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
You can relax on white sand beaches at a reasonably priced resort on one of Thailand's many islands and not have to worry about cooking a Christmas dinner!
barbados
Another beautiful Caribbean gem, Barbados is classically charming. Most resorts are all-inclusive or self-catering, but either way you'll be able to enjoy the wonderful weather and work on that winter tan.
The island is also home to a large number of casinos. It's one more fun for your Christmas 🙂
Bora Bora – Island in French Polynesia
Possibly the most famous tropical place in the world, Bora Bora is about as tropical as it gets.
The ocean waters are brighter than you'll find anywhere else and you can even sit outside your own thatched hut to enjoy a cold beer – really making Christmas perfect.
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