--- title: Unique Travel Experiences this Winter description: Find unique travel experiences for wintertime image: https://blog.avantidestinations.com/hubfs/Blog%20-%20Unique%20Winter%20-%20Header.jpg --- [![Avanti Destinations Logo](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Avanti-Logo-Color-4.png?width=100&height=63&name=Avanti-Logo-Color-4.png "Avanti Destinations Logo")](http://www.avantidestinations.com) [![Avanti Destinations Logo](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Avanti-Logo-Color-4.png?width=100&height=63&name=Avanti-Logo-Color-4.png "Avanti Destinations Logo")](http://www.avantidestinations.com) - [The Avanti Traveler](https://info.avantidestinations.com/the-avanti-traveler) - [Blog Homepage](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/the-avanti-traveler) - [Avanti Podcast](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/avanti-podcast/the-avanti-podcast) - [Avanti Destinations](https://www.avantidestinations.com/home) - [Subscribe Now](https://share.hsforms.com/1FoJwsgeZQ366rRMQXb1RJQ158jk) search - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 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The world is full of unusual experiences that await, whether it's dining in a tropical treetop (or sleeping in one amongst lush Nordic forests), camping in the desert, sitting in a tub of beer, or meeting snow monkeys. Find our favorite unique wintertime experiences below and get ready to see the world this season! **![Slide 1](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/sjopan-tree-01.jpg?1727129911773)EAT DINNER IN A TREETOP** Costa Rica. This one-of-a-kind culinary journey takes place in a treetop restaurant suspended 50 feet above ground. Enjoy 9 curated courses with ingredients sourced from local farmers with views of lush Costa Rican forests. Winter is a perfect time to visit as this region enters their warm, dry season. [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=DTR&supid=SJOPAN&servid=TREE&tgsupid=SJOPAN&tgservid=TREE&path=Products/TUR/SJO&title=San%20Lucas%20Treetop%20Dining%20Experience) ****![](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-png.png?width=200&height=200&name=Untitled-png.png)**SLEEP IN A TREETOP** Sweden. Go beyond a treetop meal and spend an entire vacation in a unique hotel amongst the evergreen forests of Sweden. Choose from seven suites perched among pine forests. In winter months, enjoy blankets of beautiful snow and catch the Northern Lights as they illuminate the sky above! [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?sourceid=st&utype=tc&stype=HTL&supid=SEHTRE&servid=SEHTRE&tgsupid=SEHTRE&tgservid=SEHTRE&title=Harads%20-%20Treehotel) ![](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_2098355359-jpg.jpeg?width=200&height=200&name=shutterstock_2098355359-jpg.jpeg)**CRUISE THE GALAPAGOS** Ecuador. Embrace aquatic luxury on a sleek catamaran, sailing along the idyllic Galapagos. Perfect for romance and families alike, marvel at flourishing flora and rare animals, and enjoy access to water sports equipment for up-close encounters. Here, the warm season commences in December! [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=HTL&supid=GPSGGE&servid=3GSC&tgsupid=GPSGGE&tgservid=3GSC&path=Products/HTL/GPS&title=Galapagos%20-%20M%2FC%20Elite%20-%20Golden%20Suite) **![Slide 2](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/pnhtoi-xrepba-01.jpg?1727131381135)FLOAT IN A HOT AIR BALLOON** Cambodia. Gain magnificent views of sacred temples from the unique perspective of a tethered helium balloon, rising over 200 meters into the sky. Witness uninterrupted views of the spectacular Angkor Wat during the most favorable Cambodian weather conditions. [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=DTR&supid=PNHTOI&servid=XREPBA&tgsupid=PNHTOI&tgservid=XREPBA&path=Products/TUR/PNH&title=Magical%20Hot%20Air%20Balloon%20Over%20Angkor%20-%20Ticket) **![Slide 2](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/hotel/mrzdlc-02_ext.jpg?1727132155909)**GLAMP IN THE DESERT** Morocco.** Covered in fine Moroccan rugs and adorned with modern comforts, this glamping experience brings guests to the heart of the Sahara Desert. Though it can get chilly in the winter, the camp is perfectly heated - and Morocco overall remains sunny and pleasant throughout the seasons!** [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?sourceid=st&utype=tc&stype=HTL&supid=MRZDLC&servid=MRZDLC&tgsupid=MRZDLC&tgservid=MRZDLC&title=Merzouga%20-%20Desert%20Luxury%20Camp) ![Slide 2](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/sydpan-xayflt-02.jpg?1727132643093)****WITNESS A FIELD OF LIGHTS** Australia.** **While the U.S. endures winter, enjoy Australia's summertime temperatures!** Escape to the Outback and explore the sacred monolith of Uluru. As the sun descends, watch the desert transform into a field of light spheres while listening to traditional music and sipping hot cocoa.** [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=DTR&supid=SYDPAN&servid=XAYFLT&tgsupid=SYDPAN&tgservid=XAYFLT&path=Products/TUR/SYD&title=Shared%20A%20Night%20at%20Field%20of%20Light%20Tour%20with%20Dinner)**** ![Slide 3](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/hotel/rovsic-03_ext_rovsic__2_.jpg?1727133595161) ******STAY THE NIGHT IN SANTA'S NORTH POLE** Finland.** Located in the beloved Santa Claus Village in Finland's Arctic Circle, these delightful **glass huts offer an interesting opportunity to experience Lapland nature.  Find wintertime joy in**** cozy comforts, heated floors, and glass ceilings for viewing the Northern Lights!**** [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=HTL&supid=ROVSIC&servid=ESTD&tgsupid=ROVSIC&tgservid=ESTD&path=Products/HTL/ROV&title=Rovaniemi%20-%20Santas%20Igloos%20Arctic%20Circle%20-%20Standard) ![Slide 2](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/zrhsdm-jungfr-01.jpg?1727134226143)******RIDE A TRAIN THROUGH THE SWISS ALPS** Switzerland.** Glide through the majestic Swiss Alps and delight in all of their winter glory on an 8-day itinerary that highlights the country's greatest cities, mountaintops, and scenic railways, from the GoldenPass Line to the Glacier Express and Bernina Express.** [Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/pdfs/RVP_GRANDSWISSWIN.pdf)****** ****************![Slide 3](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/bkkdaj-nagsno-03.jpg?1727192415655)MEET SNOW MONKEYS** Japan.** Explore the steamy natural pools of Jigokudani Yaen Koen where Japan's famous Snow Monkeys gather by the dozens to soak during the chilly winter months. Enjoy a gentle hike through snow-dusted trails and stop through the charming town of Obuse to snack on warm chestnuts. **[Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=DTR&supid=BKKDAJ&servid=NAGSNO&tgsupid=BKKDAJ&tgservid=NAGSNO&path=Products/TUR/BKK&title=Private%20Jigokudani%20Monkey%20Park%20and%20Obuse%20Tour)************** ********************************![Slide 1](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/prgmon-bstm2-01.jpg?1727193876481)SOAK IN A BEER SPA** Czech Republic.** A popular soaking method from the Middle Ages, this ancient spa treatment uses hops, yeast, and other natural ingredients to create unique recipes for therapeutic soaking. Sip on unlimited ales while rejuvenating inside of beer baths, a perfect way to spend a winter's day! **[Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=DTR&supid=PRGMON&servid=BSTM2&tgsupid=PRGMON&tgservid=BSTM2&path=Products/TUR/PRG&title=Prague%20Beer%20Spa%20Treatment%20and%20Massage%20in%202%20Tubs%20-%201)****************************** ****************************************************************![](https://blog.avantidestinations.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-png-1.png?width=200&height=200&name=Untitled-png-1.png)STAY IN A CASTLE** Ireland.** Stay on the grounds of an 800-year-old castle in Galway county, boasting 83 traditional rooms and suites, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars located on 350 acres. Live in royal luxury while traversing landscaped gardens, ancient woodlands, and an emerald lake, beautifully enchanting in winter. **[Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=HTL&supid=IRHASH&servid=SHDW&tgsupid=IRHAS6&tgservid=ACT&path=Products/HTL/IRH&title=Cong%20-%20Ashford%20Castle%20-%20Standard)************************************************************** ********************************************************************************************************************************![Slide 3](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/service/cphtum-pcpods-03.jpg?1727195514469)VISIT A FAIRYTALE TOWN** Denmark.** Delight in the magical town that inspired fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen, creator of The Little Mermaid and many other favorites. See his childhood home and explore the enchanting streets that have come to life with statues of his characters. **[Learn more](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?sourceid=st&utype=tc&stype=DTR&supid=CPHTUM-PCPODS&servid=CPHTUM-PCPODS&tgsupid=CPHTUM-PCPODS&tgservid=CPHTUM-PCPODS&title=Private%20Odense%20Tour%20from%20Copenhagen%20with%20Driver%20and%20Guide%20-%208%20Hours&extrainfo=N&internalinfo=N)****************************************************************************************************************************** ********************************************************************************************************************************![Slide 2](https://book.avantidestinations.com/cms/hotel/mnflik-02_ext.jpg?1727195156973)ESCAPE TO A TROPICAL LAGOON** Fiji.** Forget the winter altogether and run away to the tropical 'calm lagoons' of**************************************************************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************************************************************Likuliku. Stay in a traditional Fijian bure stilted above pristine waters, enjoying warm weather and blue skies spanning across the ocean. Embark on aquatic adventures and savor fine flavors on site.**************************************************************************************************************************** **************************************************************************************************************************[****Learn more****](https://book.avantidestinations.com/product_description?theme=AvdEur&sourceid=tg&utype=tc&stype=HTL&supid=MNFLIK&servid=XML&tgsupid=MNFLIK&tgservid=XML&path=Products/HTL/MNF&title=Mamanuca%20-%20Likuliku%20Lagoon%20Resort%20-%20Standard)**************************************************************************************************************************** ********************************************************************************************************************************FIND MORE WINTER TRAVEL INSPIRATION AND UNIQUE ACCOMMODATIONS AROUND THE WORLD******************************************************************************************************************************** ********************************************************************************************************************************[Go365 Winter Wonderlands e-Brochure](https://www.flipsnack.com/779977E569B/go365/full-view.html) [Go365 Warm Weather e-Brochure](https://www.flipsnack.com/779977E569B/go365-warm-weather/full-view.html) [Unique Accommodations e-Brochure](https://www.flipsnack.com/779977E569B/uniqueaccommodations/full-view.html)********************************************************************************************************************************   - 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