Not a fan of the cold Christmas? Get away from the year end holiday crowd and escape to these travel destinations for the best warm summer Christmas!
The long year is finally drawing to an end and you’re in need of a well-deserved break – and what better way to recharge than a Christmas vacation with your loved ones? From relaxing tropical getaways to festive theme parks, here’s a list of summer Christmas destinations for some fun in the sun!
1. Orlando, Florida
Home to some of the world’s most popular recreational parks like Disneyland, Universal Studios, and Legoland, Orlando is undoubtedly one of the top vacation spots of all time. But during Christmas, it gets better! The city and theme parks gear up to add to the holiday spirit with Christmas lights, Christmas parades, Christmas themed-shows and everything festive! Coupled with the cool, sunny weather in December, your getaway in this summer Christmas Wonderland will definitely be a breeze! Good times fly indeed.
Temperature: 13°C to 24°C
2. Sydney, Australia
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Australia? Definitely the sunny beaches. Instead of rushing around buying last-minute Christmas presents and cooking a festive feast, unwind on some of Sydney’s iconic beaches like Bondi and Manly! Of course, Sydney isn’t short of the Christmas festivities too. With endless Christmas markets, restaurants, and bars serving special Christmas menus and cocktails, you can get the best of both worlds in Sydney. Of course, we’ve already got you covered with the best things to do in Sydney.
Temperature: 18°C to 25°C
3. San Fernando Pampanga, Philippines
Being the only Christian-dominant country in Asia, Christmas is a huge deal in the Philippines with celebrations beginning even before October. Fondly referred to as the ‘Christmas Capital of the Philippines’, San Fernando Pampanga brims with Christmas spirit as the city glows with Giant Christmas lanterns every December for the Giant Lantern Festival – truly a sight to behold.
Temperature: 23°C to 31°C
4. Krabi, Thailand
If you’re looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life this Christmas, Krabi is perfect for you! Christmas might not be widely-celebrated in Thailand, but that means shops and activities like kayaking, diving, and rock-climbing will all be open for business – even on Christmas day. Check out our best Krabi itinerary for more ideas to add to your summer Christmas itinerary!
Temperature: 22°C to 31°C
5. Cancun, Mexico
Besides relaxing at resorts and sipping cocktails, Cancun is also abundant with outdoor fun. From adrenaline-pumping activities like zip-lining and bungee jumping to chilling at the beach and swimming with dolphins, your summer Christmas in Cancun will definitely be jam-packed. While you’re here, you can also check off the Cancun Underwater Museum from your travel bucket list!
Temperature: 20°C to 28°C
6. Honolulu, Hawaii
Infusing Hawaii’s rich culture with Christmas will create a truly unforgettable summer Christmas. This tropical paradise brims with life throughout the year as the dream destination, so you can only imagine how amazingly festive it’s going to be leading up to Christmas! Join the city in the annual Honolulu Lights Festival to feast both your eyes and soul on the unparalleled Hawaiian Christmas spirit.
Temperature: 19°C to 28°C
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