Winter vacations in warm countries: advantages and peculiarities

Some people prefer the cozy comfort of home beside a decorated Christmas tree during the winter holidays, others head off to conquer snowy slopes, while some choose warmth — the UAE, Indonesia, Thailand, Egypt, and other sunny destinations.

Change of scenery

Perhaps the most important plus in favor of winter vacation in warm lands. Gloomy landscapes outside the window, slush and urban bustle do not contribute to a good mood and vigor, but easily catch up drowsiness and apathy. A trip to a place that is radically different from the familiar picture outside your window will help you to unwind and give you a reserve of strength and energy, which will be more than enough for a long time.

Food for thought

When we travel to an exotic country, we find ourselves in unfamiliar surroundings and come into contact with cultures and traditions that are diametrically opposed to our own. And this is the best way to revitalize our cognitive abilities, inhibited in the urban routine. The opportunity to see and learn new things, meet new people, explore (even a little) a culture that is unfamiliar to us, try new dishes - all this fills us with impressions and inspiration.

Health benefits

Especially relevant for those who live in northern regions, where there is very little sun in winter. After all, because of the lack of vitamin D, which we are charged with sunlight, we often fall into a seasonal depression, when you do not want to do anything and everything falls out of hand. But a week at the beach will perfectly energize you. Vacation in warm lands is indispensable for those who have weak lungs or thyroid gland, because fresh sea air, rich in iodine and mineral salts, has long been famous for its healing properties.

Climate

The advantage of winter vacation in overseas resorts is that at this time of year there is usually a very acceptable temperature, unlike the summer months with their stifling heat and high humidity, or the rainy season. Therefore, winter is a great option if you want to vacation in comfort.

Expenses

Deciding to vacation in warm countries in winter, you can save money on flights and hotels than if you were going in summer. In the high season prices for apartments and flights are often overpriced, and rooms/tickets are bought up at lightning speed. In winter the excitement subsides and you can more or less calmly choose an accommodation option that suits your budget and book a convenient flight inexpensively. For example, the price (per night) for a room in a 4-star hotel in Pattaya in January costs on average 50 - 120 euros, in July - from 96 to 160 euros.

Features to consider when traveling to exotic countries:

We are sure that everyone who has at least once vacationed in winter in warm countries, will be able to name a couple or three nuances that caused some discomfort. There are some common shortcomings that "sin" overseas lands.

Annoying residents

Not always and not everywhere, but the local population often shows excessively active attention to "white people". Especially famous for this are all kinds of traders, as well as beggars and beggars. On the one hand, everything is understandable: we are as much a wonder to them as they are to us. But nevertheless it can interfere with your quiet relaxing vacation.

Acclimatization

Going on an exotic trip, it is worth bearing in mind that we will get into completely different climatic conditions, and therefore you need to be ready for an unforeseen reaction of the body. It is good if the adaptation goes smoothly, otherwise it is worth stocking a first aid kit and sunscreen to avoid spending the whole vacation in a hotel room and avoid health problems. The change of time zone can also be uncomfortable.

Food

It is clear that when you find yourself among exotics, you want to taste it immediately. But how can you do it without getting acquainted with the local cuisine? But be careful: a sharp transition to unfamiliar food may not like your stomach. Therefore, get acquainted with new for you delicacies gradually and do not go all out! And at first we advise you to use the magic words "no spices", which will ensure an easy mode of acquaintance with a new cuisine for you.