Whether you like the snow and don't mind the low temperatures that usually come with the winter, this is a season to travel. The peak times are relatively short - just around Christmas and New Year - and that means good airfare and hotel deals.
You can start planning a vacation now - it's scientifically proven to make you happy - and you don't have to schedule it for next year because certain destinations won't force you to reach deep into your pockets.
- The Editors, The Active Times
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