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Winter can be the least favourite time of year for many people around the world, the cold weather, coupled with darker daylight hours, can make the season seem very depressing. So if the last few months of the year get you down, then perhaps it's time to think about taking a holiday, and exploring a new environment when the winter hits. But with so many places to choose from, here are just two suggestions for ways to spend your holiday.
If you fancy going somewhere hot to escape the cold winter weather, then many travel companies offer discounted rates for winter sun holidays. Most of the resorts available will also be quieter because you'll be travelling outside of the usual tourist season.
But if you fancy doing something different, or perhaps something that you've never done before, then perhaps a more physical holiday, with activities such as walking or winter sports is more suited to your needs. But if you're an absolute beginner, and unsure where to start, then the winter is often the best time to get involved in a new sport or hobby such as skiing because the weather conditions are ideally suited for many winter activities. Many resorts and travel companies offer package deals which include your flight, accommodation, and ski lessons for beginners. Ski holidays (ski holidays) are staffed by experienced and passionate skiers, and are a great way for you to ease yourself into the sport gently, in the picturesque surroundings of several well-known skiing destinations, such as Austria, Canada and Switzerland.
