Lucerne
#1 in Best Winter Vacations
Whether you want to ski or get in the holiday spirit, Lucerne, Switzerland, has you covered. The city’s snow-covered streets, festive lights and multiple Christmas markets make it especially charming in winter. You can easily access a variety of ski resorts that surround the city to shred powder. Plus, there are all kinds of other winter activities available nearby, including sledding, snowshoeing and ice fishing. When you need to warm up, head to one of Lucerne’s numerous spas to unwind.
St. Lucia
#2 in Best Winter Vacations
St. Lucia’s superb winter weather (think: highs in the 80s and mostly clear skies) beckons to travelers set on escaping snow and freezing temps. Though a winter visit requires shelling out some coin for flights to the Caribbean and accommodations on the island, you’ll quickly forget the steep premium after a few hours of lounging on the beautiful sands of Anse Chastanet and Reduit Beach. After a day in the sun, sip some of the island’s cocoa tea (made with local cocoa, spices and milk) in lieu of your typical hot chocolate.
