1. Breckenridge, Colorado
I’m an enormous fan of this lovable mountain city! It’s house to unbelievable ski runs coated in deep powder for a lot of the winter months, a enjoyable après ski scene, and superior nightlife.
This month and February, is when the typical snowfall is at its highest and I used to be in awe of how the city reworked into an Instagram-worthy snowy paradise!
- Customer’s Middle Tackle: The Breckenridge Welcome Centre, 203 S. Primary Avenue Breckenridge, CO 80424, Telephone: 877 864 0868
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- Common temperature – -2°C to -12°C
My favourite highlights…
- Staying on the Lodge Alpenrock Breckenridge – I cherished the 4 non-public film theaters which geared up with state-of-the-art video know-how, wonderful Ski-In/Ski-Out location and the comfy stone fire within the The Boot Saloon!
- Wandering down Primary Avenue, having fun with the magical vacation lights, and stopping off for an oatmilk Gingerbread Latte and a Pink Velvet cupcake on the cozy Clint’s Bakery & Espresso Home.
- Happening a enjoyable guided Backcountry Ski Tour – the small group, pleasant information and the superior solitude of the untouched slopes made it worthwhile!
2. Palm Desert, California
I’m an enormous fan of this quirky vacation spot which is positioned subsequent to Palm Springs within the sun-baked Coachella Valley in California. I’m all the time received over by this zen-like spot crammed with pure sizzling springs, luxurious inns, nation golf equipment, gourmand eating places, golf programs and upscale spa resorts.
I happening a heat desert solar right here when many of the Northern Hemisphere is hunkered down for winter – it’s not too sizzling or too chilly this time of 12 months, so I discover it’s good for all types of actions, from mountaineering and biking to abandon treks and golf.
When right here, I cherished simply merely lounging by a swimming pool earlier than heading off to bask in a soothing floating session on the Desert Serenity Float & Spa.
- Customer’s Middle Tackle: 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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- Common temperature – 15°C to 22°C
My highlights…
- Staying on the inventive Lodge Paseo – I cherished staying of their enjoyable 1950 Airstream Trailer Suite, the stylish poolside cabana bar and the boutique vibe it had!
- Taking a visit on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and taking Instagram-worthy photographs of the breathtaking Chino Canyon.
- Celeb recognizing on the glamorous Palm Springs Worldwide Movie Pageant which takes place throughout this month.
3. Zion Nationwide Park, Utah
I used to be an enormous fan of this distinctive pure reserve positioned in southwest Utah! It’s crammed with beautiful surroundings made up of imposing crimson and white Navajo sandstone cliffs, canyons, gorges, forests and hanging sandstone dunes.
The park experiences gentle winters in comparison with different nationwide parks within the nation and I discover that there are lots of strolling trails accessible even through the winter months (there’s simply no shuttle system in operation throughout January) and there are far fewer crowds.
I personally visited the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, the beautiful Decrease Emerald Pool Path, the dramatic Kolob Canyons, the peaceable Riverside Stroll Path and the scenic Weeping Rock Path which I discovered have been all accessible this time of 12 months.
- Guests Middle Tackle: 1 Zion Park Blvd, Zion Nationwide Park, UT 84767 Telephone: (435) 772-3256
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- Common temperature – 8°C to 13°C
My favourite highlights…
- Mountain climbing to the Statement Level, I cherished the unbelievable panoramic park views by way of the scenic East Mesa Path.
- Having fun with the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive – it was a winding two-lane highway which took us by way of the park and the place we noticed magnificent vistas at each flip and rock formations tower over the highway.
4. Huge Sky, Montana
I feel this can be a nice month to go to Huge Sky due to its enormous vary of family-friendly occasions and winter actions in addition to the magical snowy surroundings.
On my go to, I cherished the sledging, snowmobiling, snow-go bike rides, ice trekking, cross-country snowboarding, snowshoeing, and sampling the enjoyable après ski scene! The winter evenings in Huge Sky, from December to February, are simply good for cozying up in log cabins by roaring fires.
Once I really feel adventurous right here I simply persist with the superior indoor actions as a substitute which I discovered included the escape rooms, spa therapies, artwork galleries, native cooking lessons and the fascinating Historic Crail Ranch Museum.
- Guests Middle Tackle: 88 Ousel Falls Rd Unit A1, Huge Sky, MT
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- Common temperature – -9°C to -3°C
My favourite highlights…
- Going snowshoeing the scenic Ousel Falls Trailhead and discovering an unbelievable frozen waterfall.
- Exploring the distinctive boutiques within the city heart, I particularly cherished the stylish jewellery within the Rhinestone Cowgirl retailer!
5. Miami, Florida
Crammed with sun-kissed sandy seashores, buzzing seaside bars, and opulent At-Deco-style inns, I can by no means get sufficient of this enjoyable metropolis!
Miami is a well-liked year-round vacation spot, however I personally this month is a good time to go to. I actually like that there are not any summer time vacationers and spring-breakers this time of 12 months (!) and that I may discover lodge stays at extra budget-friendly costs.
On my journey I discovered heat sub-tropical climates and 7 of sunshine every day so I relaxed on Miami Seashore and admired the Artwork Deco-style lifeguard towers, strolled down the well-known Ocean Drive, visited the fascinating museums (the funky Vizcaya Museum and Perez Artwork Museum was my favourite) and discovering the full of life golf equipment and casinos!
- Guests Middle Tackle: 530 seventeenth St, Miami Seashore, FL 33139
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- Common temperature -18°C to 24°C
My favourite highlights…
- Staying on the funky Pelican Lodge – I stayed within the very cool Government Zebra which was adorned with retro-chic zebra prints and quirky unique artwork!
- Discovering the Night time Backyard, a spectacular botanical backyard – I particularly cherished the beautiful seasonal gentle shows!
6. Looking Island, South Carolina
Looking Island is a 5,000-acre semi-tropical barrier island positioned 15 miles east of Beaufort, South Carolina. I actually loved visiting right here and seeing pristine seashores, inexperienced forests, a hanging historic lighthouse, and its fascinating nature heart.
I took a break right here throughout this month the place the costs are cheaper and I keep away from the summer time crowds so it looks like I’ve the island to myself!
On my journey, I visited the scenic saltwater lagoon, the tender sandy seashores, the favored fishing pier and the haunting Boneyard Seashore which was crammed with surreally lovely tree skeletons.
- Customer’s Middle Tackle: 713 Craven St, Beaufort, SC 29902
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- Common temperature – 7°C to 16°C
My favourite highlights…
- Exploring the distinctive surroundings on the Lighthouse Path after which climbing the 167 spiral steps to the highest of the Looking Island Lighthouse. I cherished the picturesque view overlooking the coast and close by islands.
- Taking a night stroll alongside the Looking Island campground and admiring the clear starry skies!
7. Heavenly Mountain Resort, California
The dreamily named Heavenly Mountain Resort is positioned on the southern shores of Lake Tahoe. I’m an enormous fan of this magical spot within the winter and was fully received over by its powdery slopes, snowboarding, scenic snow-capped mountains and enjoyable après-ski scene!
I stayed for per week and had a number of enjoyable snowboarding, ice skating, cross-country snowboarding, snowshoeing, snow tubing and my private favourite, driving the scenic gondola journey which had beautiful panoramic views!
- Customer Middle Tackle: Discover Tahoe Customer Middle 4114 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe
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- Common temperature – -6°C to 4°C
My private highlights…
- Partying with the locals on the Unbuckle Après Ski Occasion, the place the environment was electrical, the DJs have been unbelievable, and the Slope Slider cocktails have been very good – all at an exhilarating 9,150 toes above sea degree!
- Having fun with the Instagram-worthy views on the remark tower!
8. Brunswick and The Golden Isles, Georgia
I used to be fully captivated by the beautiful The Golden Isles! It’s house to the charming metropolis of Brunswick and the dreamy barrier islands of St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island, and Jekyll Island.
Positioned alongside Georgia’s Atlantic Coast, I adored the surroundings right here which consisted of beautiful marshlands, thick inexperienced forests and lengthy, broad sandy seashores.
I believed the off-peak season was a wonderful time to go to, as I prevented the summer time crowds and located some superior reductions on lodging (which ranged from cozy inns to luxurious resorts).
I used to be truly loopy concerning the breathtaking views, the fascinating historic landmarks, the lengthy, broad golf programs and the very good southern hospitality!
- Customer Middle Tackle: 2017 Lee St, Brunswick, GA 31520
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- Common temperature – 7°C to 16°C
My favourite highlights…
- Catching a present on the historic Ritz Theatre within the Previous City, I cherished the retro decor!
- Exploring the artwork galleries and fascinating museums, my favorites have been the Glynn Visible Arts and the St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum.
- Spending an evening tenting at Jekyll Island Campground – it was superior to gaze on the unpolluted starry skies at evening!
9. Payette Nationwide Forest, Idaho
Based mostly in central-western Idaho, the Payette Nationwide Forest is house to 2.3 million acres of peaceable pure magnificence and I personally thought it made a unbelievable different to the bigger-name ski resorts like Aspen.
It’s blessed with 300 inches of snow yearly and I discovered it provided an enormous vary of enjoyable winter actions reminiscent of snowmobiling, snowboarding, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross-country snowboarding, backcountry snowboarding, fats biking and even winter tenting!
I used to be additionally an enormous fan of the indoor actions and I discovered they included spa resorts, artwork galleries, museums, buying, craft breweries and enjoyable indoor ice skating.
- Guests Middle Tackle: 500 N Mission St, McCall 83638
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- Common temperature – -6°C to 1°C
My highlights…
- Taking newbie snowboarding classes which was a number of enjoyable regardless of having many falls!
- Happening a enjoyable snowmobile tour with Brundage Snowmobile Adventures – the snowy surroundings was magical!
- Studying concerning the county’s fascinating historical past and native tribes at Payette County Museum – I cherished seeing the classic clothes, old-fashioned memorabilia, and instruments utilized by early settlers.
10. Kailua Kona, Huge Island, Hawaii
This paradise-like coastal city is positioned on the west coast of Hawaii’s Huge Island. I believed it was a severely dreamy spot crammed with blue skies and a tropical local weather.
Throughout the summer time months (June to October) it may possibly get extraordinarily sizzling, so the extra nice temperatures this month supplied the right alternative to take pleasure in its tender, white, powdery seashores. It’s additionally truly one of many warmest locations within the nation throughout this time of 12 months and I am keen on coming right here for some winter solar and to get some a lot wanted Vitamin D!
I cherished simply sunbathing, snorkeling, swimming, buying, enjoyable on the spa resorts, mountaineering the scenic trails, exploring the farmer’s markets, absorbing the laid-back vibes and visiting the well-known Akaka Falls, which stands at 442 toes excessive.
- Guests Middle Tackle: Huge Island Information 73-4318 Keokeo St, Kailua Kona, HI 96740
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- Common temperature – 18°C to 27°C
My favourite highlights…
- Staying on the boutique PACIFIC 19 Kona – I cherished the distinctive styling and the little particulars just like the award-winning baristas and my in-Room Macrobar the place I may purchase every little thing from drinks to sunblock!
- Happening the unbelievable Kīlauea Expertise with Native Hawaiian Tour – it was wonderful to see the rainforests, volcanic steam vents, enormous cliff overlooks, and lava tubes on a pleasant guided tour!
- Discovering the uniquely lovely Punaluu Black Sand Seashore after shopping for meals for a picnic from the lovable little Punalu’u Bake Store.
11. Alta and Snowbird, Utah
Positioned in Wasatch Mountains of Utah, I believed these two magical resorts have been a skiers paradise! Providing a few of the greatest alternatives for winter actions in the entire nation, Alta averages 550 inches of snow yearly, so the season may be very lengthy and diverse.
Snowbird is positioned a mile from Alta and is legendary for having a all-year-round ski season – it lasts over 200 days! I cherished its big selection of slopes and that each one ranges of snowboarding skills have been welcome right here.
This month sees heavy snowfall in each resorts which I noticed lined the highest of an already thick masking. I additionally cherished the intense, clear days which enabled me to see beautiful panoramic views in all their glory as I headed up and down the ski elevate!
- Guests Middle Tackle: 9260 E Lodge Dr, Snowbird, UT 84092 Telephone: (801) 933-2222
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- Common temperature – -9°C to -1°C
My private highlights…
- Indulging in Nice Salt Lake Physique Polish on the upscale Cliff Spa – I cherished that it used minerals from the Nice Salt Lake.
- Happening a guided ski tour with Snowcat snowboarding . It was superior to find the tranquil backcountry trails within the sturdy, all-terrain car which navigated the deep snow actually simply!
12. White Sands Nationwide Park, New Mexico
This surreally lovely spot all the time wows me and I really like exploring right here within the winter. Positioned in southern New Mexico, this protected space is house to at least one world’s largest gypsum dunefield!
I discovered seemingly limitless stretches of vivid white sand, distinctive species of fauna and flora that extremely survive in these inhospitable circumstances and lively dunes which transfer at a charge of as much as 30 toes per 12 months.
I discovered it was too sizzling to go to right here in summer time and far most popular to go to this distinctive gem through the winter when the temperatures have been rather more comfy and I discovered far fewer crowds.
- Customer Middle Tackle: 19955 US-70 W, Alamogordo, NM 88310 Telephone: (575) 479-6124
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- Common temperature – 4°C to 13°C
My favourite highlights…
- Sledging down the sand dunes which was a enjoyable expertise – I simply had to ensure I lined my face as sand bought in every single place!
- Spending two nights tenting beneath the unbelievably clear starry skies at Campsite #1 (there are ten campsites in complete to select from).
13. Loss of life Valley, California
Loss of life Valley is a desert valley in Japanese California that borders the Nice Basin Desert and is likely one of the hottest and driest locations on the planet. Temperatures are extraordinarily sizzling and will be harmful in the summertime, so I visited throughout this month as a substitute.
On my go to, I cherished seeing the unbelievable salt flat Badwater Basin, Dante’s View (which had beautiful views), the extraordinary Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, the fascinating historic mansion Scotty’s Fortress, mountaineering the over Golden Canyon and seeing unbelievable views and recognizing desert bighorn sheep, lizards, and the tiny pupfish which I noticed residing within the swimming pools that have been saltier than seawater!
- Customer Middle Tackle: 328 Greenland Blvd, Loss of life Valley, CA 92328 Telephone: (760) 786-3200
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- Common temperature – 7°C to 19°C
My favourite highlights…
- Taking a drive alongside Artists Drive and discovering the gorgeous colourful rock formations in Artists Palette.
- Stargazing in a sky free from gentle air pollution!
- Catching a dawn at Zabriskie Level, one of the iconic locations within the valley. The distinctive panoramic views have been actually lovely!
14. San Diego, California
I am keen on San Diego within the off-peak season as a result of it’s house to a year-round Mediterranean-like local weather with loads of sunshine!
Sure after all I did discover the temperatures have been so much cooler in contrast with different months, however they have been nonetheless nice and for me it was an ideal escape from chilly, dreary climate.
When right here, I made the many of the lovely seashores (it was heat sufficient to lounge on them even this time of 12 months!), the award-winning eating places, fashionable bars, and wonderful inventive and cultural points of interest, which have been rather more pleasurable to discover with out the summer time crowds!
I additionally managed to squeeze within the beautiful Balboa Park, the full of life Gaslamp Quarter, the beautiful Japanese Botanical Gardens, and the historic Previous City.
- Customer Middle Tackle: 996 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
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- Common temperature – 10°C to 19°C
My highlights…
- Staying on the Pearl Lodge – I cherished the stylish, distinctive design, the oyster-shaped saltwater pool, the poolside weekly “Dive-In” film nights and the paintings impressed by Japanese feminine pearl divers!
- Exploring the 4-mile-long trails within the lovely Botanic Gardens which took me previous a towering bamboo forest!
- Visiting the Previous City and eating on selfmade polbano pepper corn dough quesadillas on the conventional however quirky El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria.
15. South Padre Island and Port Isabel, Texas
Positioned off the coast of Texas, South Padre Island is a resort city on a barrier island and I used to be an enormous fan of its tender sandy seashores, calm waters and dolphin-watching boat excursions. A brief journey away is Port Isabel, which is separated from the shores of South Padre Island by the two.6-mile-long Queen Isabella Causeway.
Summers get extremely popular, and spring attracts massive crowds, so I took a winter journey right here as a substitute and located the temperatures have been pleasantly heat and there have been additionally off-peak costs too.
I explored the scenic Laguna Madre Nature Path which has an extended boardwalk the place I noticed birds after which I went for a romantic picnic within the fairly Isla Blanca Park!
- Customer Middle Tackle: 600 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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- Common temperature – 11°C to twenty°C
My favourite highlights…
- Visiting one of the Instagrammable spots, Vacation Sandcastle Village, and gazing on the unbelievable life-size sand sculptures!
- Taking a visit to the leisure district and attempting out the ferris wheel, mini-golf programs and enjoyable go-karts.
- Discovering the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Centre which had a tremendous boardwalk path.
16. Moosehead Lake, Maine
I believed this made a novel, under-the-radar winter vacation spot! This deep, cold-water lake within the Longfellow Mountains is the most important mountain lake within the jap United States and in winter, the close by Squaw Mountain can be open to snowboarders and skiers.
I believed the winter lake surroundings was really magical this time of 12 months and to benefit from the picturesque surroundings, I rented a country log cabin and cozied up by a log fireplace – it was a really romantic expertise and excellent for {couples}!
I spent my days cross-country snowboarding, snowmobiling, and mountaineering the snowshoe trails and when evening fell we stargazed and tried to identify the Northern Lights!
- Customer Middle Tackle: 480 Moosehead Lake Rd, Greenville, ME 04441
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- Common temperature – -7°C to -2°C
My highlights…
- Beginning the day by consuming hearty veggie breakfast cooked on a campfire across the lake, which set us up for a full day of snowy actions!
- Taking an superior snowmobile journey alongside the scenic Moosehead Path and seeing foraging moose and deer alongside the way in which!
17. Dry Tortugas Nationwide Park, Florida
I discover this place to be so dreamy and distinctive! Positioned within the Gulf of Mexico, west of Key West, Dry Tortugas Nationwide Park it’s made up of seven small islands and guarded coral reefs.
I head right here after I want some winter solar and because the identify suggests, it has a dry winter season which spans from November to March. That is when there’s little or no rainfall and it’s not as sizzling and humid because the summer time months.
When right here, I take pleasure in snorkeling, sunbathing on the beautiful seashores, the water sports activities like kayaking and boating and attempting to identify the beautiful uncommon birds, I noticed the brown noddy and brown pelicans!
My private favourite islands have been Loggerhead Key, which had a scenic lighthouse and super-cute sea turtles, and Backyard Key, which was house to beautiful seashores and the historic Nineteenth-century Fort Jefferson.
- Customer Middle Tackle: Florida Keys, FL 33040 Telephone: (305) 294-7009
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- Common temperature – 18°C to 24°C
My favourite highlights…
- Snorkeling on the well-known Moat Wall and South Coaling Dock Ruins the place I noticed parrotfish, angelfish, and barracudas circle the previous historic fortification and docks.
- Taking a stroll across the lush Bush Key which had lengthy sandy seashores – I cherished the driftwood and seeing pelicans and herons.
18. Tucson, Arizona
I’m an enormous fan of this vibrant metropolis positioned within the Sonoran Desert. Throughout the summer time months the temperatures will be extremely popular, so I go to through the winter months as a substitute.
It’s been dubbed the ‘Metropolis of Gastronomy’ by UNESCO, and after I’m right here I all the time pattern the tasty delicacies which has been impressed by an enormous vary of influences from Spanish and Native American to Mexican. I’m additionally all the time charmed by the spectacular pure magnificence which is made up of a shocking surrounding mountain vary, nationwide parks and pine forests.
Om my journey, I visited the scenic Saguaro Nationwide Park, the majestic Mount Lemmon, the extraordinary Colossal Cave Mountain Park, the gorgeous open-air museums and gardens, and the fascinating previous city which was crammed with hanging Spanish Colonial and Mexican buildings.
- Customer Middle Tackle: Southern Tucson Customer Middle, 115 N. Church Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
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- Common temperature – 7°C to 18°C
My private highlights…
19. Fairbanks, Alaska
This place all the time wows me within the winter! One in every of Alaska’s largest cities, it’s an superior place for watching the unbelievable Northern Lights as its positioned immediately beneath essentially the most lively gentle area often known as the Auroral Oval!
I timed my go to for this month because the chilly climate saved the vacationers crowds away and since it was formally low season I used to be capable of finding nice offers on flights, inns, and excursions.
I discovered the snowy surroundings to be very photogenic and I used to be fascinated by how the sunrises and sunsets final round one to at least one and a half hours this time of 12 months, remodeling the sky right into a kaleidoscope of oranges, pinks and blues.
I all the time take pleasure in sledging, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and taking a warming dip within the close by Chena Scorching Springs (which was my very favourite factor to do)!
- Customer Middle Tackle: 101 Dunkel St, Fairbanks, AK 99701
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- Common temperature – -23°C to -16°C
My highlights…
- I cherished discovering the inventive sculptures on the great Fairbanks Ice Museum – it was additionally nice to see the reside demonstrations, the place I watched sculptors rework blocks of ice!
- Stress-free on the lovely Chena Scorching Springs Resort, which is run off geothermal power – it was superior to soak within the pure swimming pools which had a gentle 106°F (41°C) temperature.