5 Best Travel Destinations To Spend Christmas & Soak In The Festive Spirit
Let's face the truth - no one has the mood to work during Christmas week so why not take the chance to clear your leaves and spend Christmas overseas? Granted, flights and hotels are usually more expensive during this period but one must not miss out on the chance to spend a White Christmas where you can see your breath and feel the cold instead of sweating in the icky hot and humid Singapore weather.
Scroll on for our best destination picks!
#1 Japan
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Japan is a great choice for a Christmas travel destination as they are super into the Christmas culture with lots of gorgeous wintery illuminations everywhere. Although Christmas is more of a commercial event in Japan, the lights, snow and cheery music from all the stores will definitely get you into the Christmas spirit. Make sure you get your hands on a bucket of chicken from KFC as it is a Japanese tradition to have fried chicken on Christmas!
#2 Russia
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This might seem as a unique choice for those who have never thought of it but the Christmas Market in Moscow is renowned all over the world for its intricate decorations against the Kremlin backdrop and the Christmas ornaments and food sold in the market. There are also plenty of Christmas-themed fairs around. Make sure you wrap yourself in thermal clothing as temperature drops below freezing point in Moscow during Christmas.
#3 Finland
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The birthplace of Santa Claus is a no-brainer for anyone who wants to enjoy the Christmas spirit. Christmas markets are also aplenty here, especially in Helsinki. However, an original Finnish Christmas places emphasis on the beautiful natural landscape. If you want to get in touch with nature and enjoy a quiet Christmas with your bae where the stars are the only thing illuminating the night, you can try Finland for a change.
#4 Canada
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Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland when you head to Canada for Christmas. Check out the The Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, one of the biggest and oldest Christmas parades in the world, or walk down the cobble paths in Quebec and head down to the German Christmas market where you can sip on mulled wine and browse for Christmas gifts.
#5 South Korea
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South Korea is known for their elaborate Christmas decorations and bustling, festive spirit. If you want to experience a white Christmas without breaking the bank on air tickets and still be able to shop, South Korea is a great choice! There are plenty of light installations all around the country and they are gorgeous to say the least. You can also shop for seasonal collections that may not be available in Singapore at the same time.
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Text by: GirlStyle SG
