{"id":1334,"date":"2015-11-14T00:00:03","date_gmt":"2015-11-14T00:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/?p=1334"},"modified":"2022-07-20T21:24:07","modified_gmt":"2022-07-20T21:24:07","slug":"hot-or-cold-christmas-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/christmas\/hot-or-cold-christmas-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot or Cold: Where to Spend Christmas and New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year \u2013 making it the perfect reason to celebrate with a year-end holiday. Whether you\u2019re dreaming of a white Christmas or a beach blowout to usher in the New Year, here are our picks of the best destinations to suit your travel style.<\/p>\n

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For Families<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Frosty Christmas: Whistler, Canada<\/h4>\n

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Take your kids on a dream winter vacation to Whistler, Canada<\/a>, where they\u2019ll get to experience the great outdoors in all its glory. It\u2019s always good to get the young ones started on ski or snowboarding lessons while they\u2019re young. But we have a feeling they’ll be busier building their first snowman, creating snow angels, dodging snowballs and running around snow forts even more!<\/p>\n

Older children are sure to love an unforgettable\u00a0snowmobile ride<\/a> through the forests, where they\u2019ll see frozen lakes and glaciers. Before your teens snort at all these ‘kiddy’ activities, get them excited about a heart-stopping zipline<\/a> adventure through a forest canopy.<\/p>\n

Sunny Christmas: Gold Coast, Australia<\/h4>\n

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For a warm weather adventure, why not head to the shores of Gold Coast, Australia<\/a>, for all the sun, sand and sea you can handle?<\/p>\n

Not only are there seemingly endless miles of beaches to frolic on, there are also fantastic theme parks such as Movie World, Sea World and Wet \u2018n\u2019 Wild Water World, which kids of all ages are sure to love. The\u00a0Sea World Resort<\/a> is conveniently located on the waterfront and even has an on-site water park for the family to splash around in.<\/p>\n

Who can say no when santa in Australia comes in the form of bikini babes and shirtless hunks in red-and-white?<\/p>\n

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For\u00a0Friends<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Frosty Christmas: Niseko, Japan<\/h4>\n

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Escape with your best friends to the mountains for an adventure-packed winter sports holiday this festive season.\u00a0Niseko<\/a>, Japan, is probably one of the easiest resorts to reach from Singapore, and its powdery soft snow is perfect, whether you\u2019re a beginner or an experienced skier or snowboarder.<\/p>\n

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Even better, there are many cosy lodges and apartments<\/a> to house you and your friends under one roof. Finally a chance to imitate the cosy movie scenes of huddling by the fireplace with hot chocolate (or BYO Milo!) and marshmallows! Bring on the silly card games and Christmas jams.<\/p>\n

The town of Hirafu may be small, but it\u2019s packed with traditional yakitori and ramen restaurants as well as quirky bars, so you\u2019ll have plenty of apres ski activities to indulge in too.<\/p>\n

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Sunny Christmas: Langkawi, Malaysia<\/h4>\n

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Alternatively, if you prefer to soak up the sun, hop on a plane and get to Langkawi<\/a> in slightly over an hour.<\/p>\n

This Malaysian archipelago comprises a cluster of 99 islands, so gather up your buddies for a\u00a0private island hopping tour<\/a> and perhaps an untouched beach to hang out at. There are plenty of resorts<\/a> to suit any budget, and best of all, Langkawi has duty-free status, so choose your poison and celebrate Christmas or usher in the New Year with a private party!<\/p>\n

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For Couples<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Frosty Christmas: Europe’s Christmas Markets<\/h4>\n

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Whisk yourself and your significant other away on a romantic winter holiday to Europe\u2019s historic cities, where you can spend hours exploring quaint Christmas markets selling unique handicrafts and goodies, while keeping yourself warm with eggnog or mulled wine.<\/p>\n

Prague<\/a>\u2019s famed Christmas market in Old Town Square, which is surrounded by well-preserved Gothic, renaissance and baroque buildings, is particularly atmospheric. Other wonderful markets include those in Munich, Stockholm and Bath in England.<\/p>\n

To usher in the new year in style, head to a big city, such as Paris<\/a>, where you can enjoy dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant; Berlin, to party the night away in a mega club; or Istanbul, for a once-in-a-lifetime New Year\u2019s eve\u00a0cruise<\/a> down the Bosphorus River.<\/p>\n

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Hot and Sexy\u00a0Christmas: Hawaii, USA<\/h4>\n

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If you prefer to turn up the heat, Hawaii<\/a> is possibly one of the most romantic tropical destinations you can visit.<\/p>\n

Go on a retreat with your partner\u00a0to the Big Island, where you can experience nature in all its wildest glory. From pristine beaches and corals to lush tropical rainforests and even otherworldly volcanoes and desert landscapes, it\u2019s the perfect place to bond with your other half as you discover the wonders of the natural world.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows<\/a> is a worthwhile splurge for amenities such as a lava sauna, golf courses and yoga lessons.<\/p>\n

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For Solo Travellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Frosty Christmas: New York City, USA<\/h4>\n

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There\u2019s always something magical about New York City during Christmas, especially so when the Big Apple is covered with a dusting of white snow and holiday lights during the festive season.<\/p>\n

From ice-skating at Rockefeller Centre, to a stay at the classic\u00a0Waldorf Astoria New York<\/a> or watching the ball drop during the New Year\u2019s countdown at Times Square, there are plenty of holiday festivities to indulge in \u2013 and even more opportunities to mingle and make new friends. Best of all, in the city that never sleeps, you\u2019ll never run out of museums<\/a> to wander around in, plays and musicals<\/a> to watch or chic restaurants and cafes to visit.<\/p>\n

Sunny Christmas: Hua Hin, Thailand<\/h4>\n

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Perhaps you\u2019re considering a getaway that will provide a much-needed change of pace and to start 2016 on a new note. Idyllic Hua Hin<\/a> in Thailand, with its plethora of wellness resorts, is the place to pamper yourself and perhaps even embark on a detox plan, if that strikes your fancy.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0\u00a0Putahracsa Hua Hin Resort by The Unique Collection<\/a> is located right on the beach and offers indulgent poolside spa services that will leave you feeling like a brand new person by the time you have to return to the real world!<\/p>\n

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Merry Christmas<\/span> Malaysia \ud83d\ude42\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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