Whether you’re after a snowy Arctic adventure or luxury winter sun break, a January holiday is a perfect post-Christmas escape. From luxurious beach breaks and safaris to thrilling Northern Lights holidays in Scandinavia, our specialists have picked out their top itineraries to begin the year in style.
Why not make the most of winter next year? A holiday to Scandinavia and the Nordics offers the ultimate luxury break. Expect husky sledding and snowmobiling under the Northern Lights, returning to luxury log cabins and lodges with private hot tubs, while Iceland and Svalbard offer epic adventure alongside luxury accommodation.
Arctic Treehouse Hotel, Finnish Lapland
For a dose of winter sun to beat those post-Christmas blues, the white sands and beachfront hotels of Thailand offer the perfect getaway. Alternatively, the beach-fringed islands of the Maldives and Sri Lanka make for the ultimate romantic getaway, while closer to home, Tenerife offers year-round warm weather.
Le Touessrok, Mauritius
In Africa, a January safari in Tanzania is an excellent option, with dry, warm weather and the start of the wildebeest calving season. Alternatively, Ecuador's Galápagos Islands offer island-hopping adventures with a base on board a luxury yacht or an eco-retreat.
Iguana, Galapagos
The height of summer in South America makes January the ideal time to visit Argentina and Chile's southern region – Patagonia. Hiking trails and big-name national parks like Torres del Paine and Fitz Roy are best explored with a base in a luxury eco-lodge, offering the likes of gourmet dining and spas.
Torres del Paine National Park, Argentina