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Top Winter Getaway Destinations for F
The perfect winter getaway for you is one that you can envision
yourself in whether it is a warm weather destination or even a cold
one. Some people prefer to get away to a warmer climate during
the winter months because they are tired of being cold every day
while others relish the great wintery outdoors with the cold, snowy
temperatures. Families face the warm vs. cold winter getaway
dilemmas every year so instead of closing your eyes and pointing
at a map, consider one of the top destinations for families listed
below.

Warmer Destinations
A winter getaway is not all about snow and ice; it can also be
about sunny skies, warm weather and desert destinations.
Perhaps one of the most interesting places to visit during the
winter season is California's Mojave Desert, specifically Joshua
Tree State Park. It may not have skiing and other winter sports but
it does have spectacular views, plenty of nature trails to follow,
hiking trails, awesome picnic spots and even Indian rock
paintings. There are tours of the Desert Queen Ranch which kids
will find fascinating as there are re-enactments of days from the
early 1900's.

Winter Getaway Destinations
Southern Florida offers up many winter getaway destinations both
on the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean sides of the peninsula.
Perhaps one of the most intriguing places that is fun for both
young and old is Sanibel Island, near the Fort Myers area. This is
perhaps the best place to collect an eclectic collection of shells as
well as walk along sugary fine beaches. Families can build
sandcastles at this winter getaway and visit the local artist colony,
traverse some of the biking trails or even take an eco-tour of the
large wildlife sanctuary on the island or even the mangroves.

Colder Destinations
If you are fascinated by the American Southwest and the pueblos
of New Mexico, then Taos is a great winter getaway for the family.
The Sangre de Cristos Mountains are quite lovely and serve as a
backdrop to the pueblos built hundreds of years ago that are still
in operation today!

Carson National Park
There is the nearby Carson National Park as well as opportunities
for hot air balloon rides, visiting one of the area's hot springs
(perfect for cold winter weather) and even hiring an outfitter that
offers tours taken via llama. Of course, this Taos winter getaway
would not be complete without a few runs down the slopes of
Taos Ski Valley, Red River or any other ski resort in the area.

Uncrowded Pristine Winter Wonderland
For uncrowded pristine winter wonderland pleasure, consider
taking a winter getaway to the Upper Peninsula region of
Michigan, specifically the Ottawa National Forest area or even the
Porcupine Mountains State Park. Yes, it will be cold but the views
are absolutely spectacular from the graceful meadows,
picturesque valleys, lakes, creeks and even waterfalls that form
interesting icy formations in the winter.

Winter Getaway Destinations
The entire area is riddled with bed and breakfasts, small hotels
and even cabins that could be rented out. If you plan to spend
several days anywhere for your winter getaway, a winter rental,
whether it is a cottage, cabin or small house, is more affordable
and comfortable than a generic hotel room. And there you have it,
a few warm weather and cold weather winter getaway
destinations that you just might not have thought about before –
try one and enjoy!

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