[Holiday Snapshots] Winter Getaways!
EL Singapore|July 2020
It’s a great time to go through old photos of past trips, whether you just want to reminisce or you’re keen to plan afresh. Last month, we checked out some ideal spots for a beach getaway. Now, we’re highlighting a few favourite cold-weather locations. Read on for some great ideas from our readers and staff for a cool (literally!) post-coronavirus getaway.
[Holiday Snapshots] Winter Getaways!

CANADA

I’ve been lucky enough to spend two Christmases in Canada now and I don’t think you can get much more festive! In Winnipeg, you’re guaranteed a white Christmas. It’s absolutely breathtaking and there’s so much to do. We went tubing and snowmobiling, spent a day at the hot springs, and even rode in a one-horse open sleigh.

We stayed in the city for a few nights and went to see the Assiniboine Park Zoo, which was a real highlight of the trip. The zoo only takes in rescues and you can see up to seven polar bears in a huge exhibit. Besides seeing the animals, there’s a Zoo Lights festival at night. It was stunning but make sure to wrap yourselves up as it was minus 18 degrees when we went – not that we could tell once we got a beavertail pastry (look it up) to keep us warm!

Another highlight of the city was Thermëa by Nordik Spa-Nature – such a great spa day. We had a giggle running from pool to pool in minus 25 degrees and watching our hair freeze. If you have time, head out to one of the lakes and rent a cottage. Nothing like it – it’s magical. I stayed with family for the trip, so unfortunately I don’t have any recommendations for accommodation, but I’ve heard that there are some great spots in the city.

Michaela Bisset

ITALY

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