Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy
If you are spending your holidays in Venice, you should enjoy this day trip to The Dolomites, a mountain range in the northeast of Italy.
It can be accessed via the 86-mile Great Dolomites Road, one of the most beautiful alpine roads. Once you get there, you will find powdery slopes, woods and a mountain range for you to enjoy.
Blue Pond, Hokkaido, Japan
If you are looking for natural beauty with volcanoes, lakes and woods, you are looking for the Japanese island of Hokkaido.
In winter, the Blue Pond in Hokkaido completely freezes over, and the woods surrounding the lake are covered in white snow.
Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
Most tourists visit the Bryce Canyon National Park between spring and fall. However, if you want to avoid other tourists, then you should go in winter when you can do several activities.
From ranger-led snowshoe hikes to winter astronomy programs, there's plenty of activities you can enjoy there. You may also see the hoodoos peeking through a blanket of snow...
Crater Lake, Oregon
One of the clearest and most intense lakes in the whole United States, the Crate Lake in Oregon sits at 1,943 feet and is also the deepest lake in the country.
It is composed mainly of glacial runoff and precipitation, which is why the lake is one of the clearest in the country.
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Wyoming is great in the winter. After the snow has fallen and the elks have descended from the mountains, a sense of tranquility fills the landscape.
The Teton Mountain Range surrounds the whole place, and with snow at its top, it's the perfect view to enjoy from the warmth of a fireplace or even while skiing.
Hallstatt, Austria
Hallstatt is a picture-perfect town for all photographers to appreciate. Its lakeside views and 12th-century buildings that are still standing make for a perfect spot in winter.
Besides, you can also appreciate the snowy mountains without tourists every step of the way. It is a really peaceful place to be.
Harbin, China
The Harbin International Ice & Snow Sculpture Festival has taken place every winter since 1963. Located in the north of China, this temporary city made entirely out of ice attracts millions of tourists each year.
The temporary city of Harbin covers eight million square feet with frozen, LED-covered skyscrapers, palaces and sculptures.
Cambridge, U.K.
The city of Cambridge, located in the north of London, consists mainly of Gothic courtyards and student-packed pubs, and you may also find several iconic structures that complete the landscape of the city.
Some of the greatest landmarks include the Cloister Court, the Friars Building and the Mathematical Bridge. Covered in winter snow, these places look extra magical.
Antarctica
One of the wildest places in the world is located on the southernmost continent, Antarctica. Even though 99% of its surface is constantly covered in ice, its landscape offers us a variety of views.
From surreal blue glaciers and active volcanoes to the rough waterways of the Drake Passage and 3360-degree views of untouched snow, this place has it all. You may even come across an emperor penguin or humpback whales if you're lucky.
Lake Bled, Slovenia
Lake Bled is one of the most popular destinations in Slovenia. In the center of the lake are a tiny church in an islet and many rowboats for tourists to rent.
The best time to visit is when the surrounding Julian Alps are covered in snow in winter, and the fog settles over the lake.
Lake Baikal, Russia
One of the oldest and deepest lakes in the world, Lake Baikal, reaches depths of one mile and covers an area that is larger than Belgium.
When winter comes, the lake transforms into a snowy paradise: jagged ice caves and the only freshwater seals in the world can be seen there.
Paris, France
Although the beauty of Paris can be better seen in the warmer months of the year, the City of Light becomes even more dazzling when covered in snow and Christmas lights.
Sure, the weather is tough, but the winter views from the top of the Eiffel Tower are totally worth it.
Jökulsárlón, Iceland
One of Iceland's natural wonders is the glacial lake of Jökulsárlón. This lake and its frozen beach, covered in black volcanic sands, provide a stark backdrop for the chunks of ice that wash ashore.
If you are visiting Iceland during your winter holidays, don't forget to ask tourist information for excursions to this lake.
Bergen, Norway
The second most populated city of Norway, Bergen, is full of colorful wooden houses and buildings that have the perfect view of all the fjords and mountains.
In winter, these fjords and mountains are completely frozen over and covered in snow. You may also have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria, Germany
During the Bavarian winters, the Neuschwanstein Castle, which was built in 1886, transforms into an ethereal snow castle.
If you have visited Disneyland sometime, you may think that the Sleeping Beauty Castle looks very similar. This is so because the Neuschwanstein Castle served as inspiration for it.
Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Located in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the 16 terraced lakes are connected by waterfalls, and their variety of blue shades result in something that defies every traveler's imagination.
While most tourists come here in summer, visiting the waterfalls when they're frozen is just surreal.
Queenstown, New Zealand
Known for attracting tourists that are looking for an adventure, Queenstown, New Zealand, has one of the most jaw-dropping views in the world.
Now, imagine those landscapes covered in snow...
Tallinn, Estonia
One of the most heavily protected cities by the UNESCO, Tallinn, has one of the best-preserved historical centers in Europe, with many medieval churches and merchant houses.
The views of the historical center from Toompea Castle are incredibly beautiful.
Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska
Spanning across one million acres, the Glacier Bay National Park is the highlight of the entire Alaskan state.
It is one of the most bio-diverse regions on the whole planet: you will see whales, moose, wolverines, mountain goats, and grizzly bears among the more than one hundred pristine lakes that comprise the National Park.
Ilulissat, Greenland
Greenland, one of the biggest islands in the world, is a country that is constantly covered in snow. The western town of Ilulissat draws tourists from all around the world for several reasons.
The town's major landmarks include the UNESCO-listed Icefjord, dog sledding, and the colorful buildings that serve as a backdrop to the icebergs.
Prague, Czech Republic
One of the places you have to visit if you travel to Europe is Prague, Czech Republic. This old city is known for its historic pubs and incredible Baroque architecture.
Travelers will surely find warmth in the city's Christmas markets.
Quebec City, Canada
One of the oldest cities in North America, Quebec City gives a European feel thanks to its French architecture, and its cobble-stone streets are decorated for the holidays.
The toboggan run at the Chateau Frontenac, which is open from mid-December to March, is one of the best places to view the whole city.
Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile
Torres del Paine, located in the Southern Hemisphere, almost exactly located in the Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, is one of the most impressive sites.
The park is surrounded by granite pillars, azure lakes and a whole system of icebergs.
Hagia Sophia, Istanbul
Nowadays known as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the Hagia Sophia has been standing since the sixth century.
Therefore, it's one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture all around the world. It is worth visiting both in summer and winter.