An itinerary following the thermometer.
With the arrival of the cold season, we are assailed by the doubt where to spend a different weekend or where to spend the much deserved vacation.
We offer you destinations based on your tolerance for cold temperatures.
Let's see.
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I like the cold
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Iceland
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Iceland is the land of elves and trolls, untouched landscapes, cuddly ponies and friendly people. There are glacier regions, secluded lakes and picturesque places to discover. Imagine starting from your accommodation in Iceland and driving at a leisurely pace along the coast or over the plains. Or as a whale watching tour enchants you. Iceland is a true all-rounder when it comes to holiday activities and sightseeing.
Southeast of Greenland, Iceland awaits its visitors. Easyjet, Icelandair and SAS connect to Iceland on a daily basis, making it easy and cheap enough to fly there.
Rivers, volcanic landscapes, lakes and waterfalls provide an impressive backdrop for breathtaking and unusual vacations.
You don't fear the cold, so we suggest you to visit one of the country's many ice caves: many tour operators offer different solutions.
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I endure the cold, but not too intense
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Hamburg
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Hamburg is a lively and exciting city, and an increasingly popular holiday destination with tourists from all over the world. The great shopping, sights and fabulous nightlife make Germany’s ‘gateway to the world’ ideal for those with a sense of fun and adventure.
Hamburg is Germany’s busiest port city. Located on the River Elbe, the area around the port and Old Town is a maze of waterways and canals which gives the city its nickname, the ‘Venice of the North’. Stroll through the fish market and merchant’s district around Deichstrasse with red brick buildings dating from the 17th century, or visit Cremon Strasse and see the famed Chile House.
Experience facets of everyday Hamburg life, such as the many bars and cafe’s along the Inner Alster, the smaller of the two artificial lakes which are one of the most famous landmarks in Hamburg. Another great attraction is the stunning town hall, the Rathaus, one of Hamburg’s most iconic buildings.
Hamburg is known for its great nightlife, including the famous red light district, the Reeperbahn in St. Pauli. You’ll also find Beatles-Platz here. The plaza, which is circular and paved black like a vinyl record, is a monument to the Beatles who famously played at the legendary Star Club. See how many song titles you can find engraved in the metal surround strip. The nearby Beatlemania Exhibition-Hamburg is also worth a visit. For those who like a Guinness, the Shamrock, Hamburg’s oldest Irish Bar is a tourist fixture, but the friendly staff all speak English and are happy to tell you what’s on in Hamburg.
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I don't like the cold
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Fuerteventura
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Fuerteventura, also known as the "Island of Silence", offers its guests around 300 sunny days a year and is full of charm with its surreal and unique landscapes.
Its "eternal spring" will surely make you forget the cold that prevails these days and offers you unique moments of relaxation by the sea or fantastic walks or bike rides.
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Outdoor activities in Fuerteventura
Here you can swim, snorkel and dive and, of course, practice all water sports, including surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing, for which Fuerteventura has world-famous locations thanks to its constant winds. Fuerteventura is one of the top kite spots in Europe. Fuerteventura will surely captivate you for long hikes or spectacular bike rides, as it is considered the wildest and most romantic island in the Canary Islands.
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I hate the cold, I want to go where it is sunny and hot
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Thailand
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An exotic constitutional monarchy that is the most popular tourist destination in Southeast Asia, Thailand is a country rich in natural beauty and also boasts a fascinating culture. With forested hills and mountains, the central plain of the Chao Phraya river, the north eastern plateau and over 1400 islands scattered across the Thai Gulf and the Andaman Sea, Thailand offers a rich variety of environments. But there are also the glorious sandy beaches of Phuket, the wild party ambience of Koh Phangan and the bustling attractions of Bangkok.
This invigorating Thai city is known to the locals as the City of Angels. Here are over 400 Buddhist temples, many of which are well worth visiting for their beauty and tranquility. Bangkok also has buildings which are architectural treasures or house items of great interest. The National Museum, Suan Pakkad Palace and Vimanmek Mansion are must-see places. The climate is often humid but watch out for the monsoons of June through September and have an umbrella or waterproof coat handy.
The best way to sample the natural beauty of Thailand is by visiting some of the many national parks the country has to offer. These cover over 25,000 square kilometres of Thailand: you can explore tropical rain forest or verdant jungle, dive down to gardens of coral in deep blue waters rich with marine life and savor the loveliness and majesty of Thailand’s numerous mountains and the waterfalls for which the land is justly famed. The closest national park to Bangkok is Khao Yai. This Unesco World Heritage site occupies the Sankamphaeng range of mountains. Animals such as gibbons, macaques and tigers roam here in these evergreen forests and rich grasslands. Just fifty miles from Phuket is the Similan Islands marine national park, one of the world’s top ten diving destinations, where you can swim with manta rays and whale sharks. Khao Sok is the largest region of virgin forest in the country; a verdant wonderland 160 million years old. These are just a few of the natural wonders Thailand has to offer.
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