Boracay, Philippines
It’s small by land but Boracay is big on fun. This is especially true in December when the weather is hot and sunny. The first part of the month is also less crowded.
Hit the white-sand beaches to enjoy swimming, kite-surfing, parasailing, and paddleboarding. Go snorkeling off Puka Beach and see diverse sea life. Enjoy stunning views from atop Mount Luho or head out into the horizon on a sunset cruise.
The Christmas season is alive and well with lighted palm trees and holiday-themed sand castles. When hunger strikes, enjoy a traditional holiday feast of roast pig and local delicacies.
Jamaica
Amazing weather, reggae music, festive cheer and long, sandy beaches – what more could one ask for in an island vacation in December?
Enter the world of Jamaica’s legendary reggae artist at the Smile Jamaica Concert or at the Bob Marley Museum. Celebrate Christmas like a local at the Grand Market.
Enjoy the great outdoors? Explore natural wonders like Dunn’s River Falls and Cool Blue Hole Ochos Rios. Or, opt for something more relaxing like Bamboo rafting on the Martha Brae River.Jamaicans take their Christmas feasts seriously so don’t leave the island without enjoying one. Ham topped with pineapple, rice, goat soap and black cake…sounds delicious to me!
The Maldives
Perfect is how you could describe the weather in the Maldives in December. Unforgettable is how you describe everything else!
Spectacular beaches, indigenous-inspired spas and overwater bungalows are just a few things the Maldives are known for. Go diving or snorkeling at Banana Reef and see incredible marine life or sink beneath the waves on the Whale Submarine.
Local history and culture are on display at the National Museum in the capital and just before the sun goes down, enjoy a candlelit dinner on the beach. After the sun slips beneath the horizon, stick around for some stargazing over the Indian Ocean.
Key West, Florida, USA
While much of the U.S. is under snow, Key West is a tropical paradise. Beaches are popular but did you know you can dive at one of the world’s largest coral reefs? Or that Duval Street transforms into party central every night?
Admire unique conch houses and historic lighthouses while exploring the island. Enjoy hiking? Head to Dry Tortugas National Park. Be sure to stop at Key West Aquarium and Butterfly and Nature Conservatory along the way.
Christmas comes alive at the Lighted Boat Parade or at a classic performance of the Nutcracker. A ride on the Conch Train to see the holiday light displays is sure to awaken the holiday spirit in anyone!
Koh Rong, Cambodia
If Cambodia isn’t the first place you think of when it comes to tropical islands, think again! Koh Rong Island is a tropical paradise complete with sandy beaches and palm trees.
Swimming and snorkeling with tropical fish in clear offshore waters is popular. If you prefer to stay dry, you can kayak through a mangrove forest or sail around the island.
Immerse in lush natural surroundings with a hike to Saracen Bay Waterfall. A trip to the traditional fishing community of M’Pai Bay is a nice afternoon excursion. If you’re lucky on a dark, moonless night, you may see glowing bioluminescent plankton. Source : touropia
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