With less than three months until one of the most important holidays of the year is upon us, we noticed that most of you have been planning your getaways since August! But for those who still haven’t decided on where to spend the holidays, don’t fret, we’ve got your back.
We had our winter elves do a scan of our data, find your most popular winter destinations, and match them to a bunch of different travel personalities. Are you a romantic soul, an adventurer, or a bargain hunter? It doesn’t matter to us, as we have the best solution for each of you.
Walking through a winter wonderland
For the romantics among you; those who wish to linger on snowy streets haloed by dreamy lights, hand-in-hand with a special someone, catching snowflakes on your tongue, then Tokyo is the place to be. Tokyo ranks among the top destinations for winter travel and as modern cultures clash with the old, it becomes achingly beautiful when blanketed by snow. Head to the illuminated Roppongi Hills, and find yourself immersed in one of the best festive light shows in Tokyo. Try and find the ‘hidden heart’, which will appear every half hour, for five minutes, before fading back into the snow.
Find flights to Tokyo from HK$1,253
In for a penny, in for a pound
Are you looking for the ultimate winter holiday and want to go large this year while still stealing a bargain? Thanks to the depreciated pound, you can really sink your teeth into London without breaking the bank. We’d recommend you act fast to secure a seat, though, as London is one your of the top winter destinations already, and with flights costing 7% less than last year seats are being snapped up fast.
London has a never ending to-do list, but to really get into the winter spirit, visit Leicester Square Christmas Market. Nothing will make you feel more Christmassy than strolling the brightly-lit markets, supping on spiced delicacies and shopping for goodies as snow flurries dance around you. An insider tip: this year, a Belgian Spiegel tent has been set up to host performances from the Olivier Award-winning theatre group, La Soiree. Something else for the neverending list, lucky for us about those pounds!
Find flights to London from HK$4,258
When Christmas trees don’t quite cut it
For those of you who want to get away from the snow and find Christmas shopping and celebrations a bore, snorkelling in Nadi could be the answer. We found that Nadi in Fiji is the top trending destination for you this winter, indicating that many of you are seeking the sun, with searches up threefold year-after-year.
With an average temperature of 25°C all year round, Nadi is perfect for chilling under the sun, sailing among the islands on a sleek schooner, swimming in crystal clear lagoons, or mingling with the locals. You can end the day with a therapeutic, natural spa experience in the mud pool, and relax in the hot spring before returning to a resort. Definitely a good spot for taking smug but beautiful photos to post on your Instagram, making all the people back home jealous.
Find flights to Nadi from HK$4,258
Surprise, surprise!
And now, drum roll, please! Flights to the US are the best bargain this winter for those of you on a budget!
Compared to the annual average, flight prices during the festive season to New York and Los Angeles have dropped by a massive 21% and 16% respectively. It’s time for you to share the holiday joy with The Rockettes’ at their Christmas Spectacular show in Radio City, or join the merriest Christmas Fantasy Parade at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. If you want to do something special, that’s quintessentially American, head to Times Square and ring in the New Year at the biggest party of the year.
Find flights to New York from HK$5,201
Still can’t decide on a destination? Set up Price Alerts on KAYAK.com.hk for notices of when the best flights, hotels, car hires, and deals for top destinations become available. After selecting a destination, use Trips to organise the holiday journey, effortlessly – create and share itineraries, receive real-time alerts, and more. KAYAK.com.hk offers a great set of tools to help travellers spend less time planning and more time looking forward to their next carefree trip.
