If you are looking for a Winter family break, we have some suggestions for you. From city breaks to ski holidays or even exotic escapes, here are some great ideas for your next Winter family holiday:
The magic of Winter is just around the corner and we can’t wait for the holidays! The wonderful Christmas Markets, the beautiful ornaments, the ice skate rinks, the occasional snowflakes, the Christmas sales… who doesn’t love winter? Sure, the temperatures drop, but with so many reasons to be joyful, we tend to forget about the cold!
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Lapland
Can you think of a better place to visit Santa than his home in Finland?
Lapland is situated in Finland’s northernmost area and it’s known for the varied subarctic wildlife, beautiful ski resorts and natural phenomena such as Northern lights and the midnight sun.
Your kids will be delighted to meet Santa and there are plenty of fun activities for the whole family to take part in. You can ride a dog sled, a reindeer sleigh, have fun on a snowmobile, visit snow castles, meet elves and much more!
Are you planning a Winter family holiday to Lapland? Read my 20 top tips for a family adventure to Lapland.
Ski Holidays in the Alps
Holiday in Austria
Zell am See sits at the foot of Schmittenhöhe Mountain, on the eastern edge of the Kitzbühel Alps. With 41 slopes with a total length of 77 km and a snow-park, the resort has slopes for everyone from absolute beginners to experts who want to take on black slopes. Relax at one of the many ski huts and terraces and enjoy the amazing vista. With English speaking ski and snowboard instructors, the resort is ideal to try your hand at a new sport.
Nikolaus by AvenidA Panoramic Wellness Suites is the perfect retreat for your ski holiday it’s a great way to relax and unwind after a day on the slopes!
Holiday in France
Closer to home, the French Alps are another favourite Winter family holiday destination. Just a short 1 hour flight away, there are some beautiful resorts you can choose from for a family French Alps holiday: Les Carroz, Les Arcs, La Plagne, Avoriaz and many other snow-sure resorts. The picturesque resorts offer a variety of accommodation, from self-catering to 5 star luxury hotels with crèches and kids clubs.
Take a look – https://www.booking.com/hotel/fr/araucaria.en-gb.html
Namibia
Namibia is an incredible country with spectacular landscapes, people and animals and here is a 14 Night Self Drive Namibia Itinerary which we took in December.
Namibia is a very large country and you can never underestimate the driving distances. When driving I would always recommend starting early in the morning. This is because it is cool, the early morning light makes the scenery particularly beautiful and you often see animals on the roadside. You are also never quite sure exactly how long it is going to take you.
Read more here – https://minitravellers.co.uk/namibia-itinerary/
New York
New York becomes one of the most magical cities around Christmas time, so what better place for a Winter family holiday?
The Rockefeller Center is one of the most visited spots in the city, for its beautiful decorations and 70 feet Christmas tree, strung with 5 miles of Christmas lights and topped with a Swarovski crystal star! Take in the superb views from Top of The Rock, warm up in one of the many quirky coffee shops, visit the art galleries or listen to the legendary Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall.
Take a look – https://www.booking.com/hotel/us/thompson-centralpark.en-gb.html
Mexico
Between 26 December and 6 January 2024 we spent 10 days on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico with our three kids 12,12 & 13.
We had a fantastic trip and I’d highly recommend this as winter holiday with kids.
Take a look – https://minitravellers.co.uk/10-day-mexico-yucatan-itinerary/
Sri Lanka
Over Christmas and New Year 24/25 we spent two weeks in Sri Lanka with our three kids 13,13 & 14. Well taking into account the overnight flights each way it was actually 12 nights/13 days in Sri Lanka. We had a fantastic trip and I’d highly recommend a Winter family holiday to Sri Lanka with kids.
Read more here – https://minitravellers.co.uk/12-night-sri-lanka/
Exotic Escapes in Winter Sun
If you want to try something different this year and escape the cold and snow, why not book a Winter family holiday to an exotic destination?
Places such as Antigua, St Lucia, Barbados or Lanzarote have year-round good weather and warm temperatures. Make the most unforgettable Christmas and New Year with your family at one of our sunny picks. A holiday to reminisce, spent on the beach and swimming in clear turquoise waters. Whether you prefer a short flight for a quick family break or you want to celebrate the New Year in style with your loved ones.
Cornwall
It’s no surprise that every summer thousands of holidaymakers flock to Cornwall to take advantage of its stunning beaches and unique local shops and restaurants. In an ever-changing world, the English summer holiday is one tradition that is still going strong, but have you ever considered what you might be missing out on during the rest of the year? Have you ever considered a trip to Cornwall in the Winter?
Read on to find out more – https://minitravellers.co.uk/holiday-in-st-ives-during-the-winter/
