Best winter destinations for holidays

SWISS ALPS, SWITZERLAND

For a sophisticated snowy escape, head to Switzerland where the stunning Alps await with snow-covered forests, icy peaks, and glistening lakes, this is a gorgeous place to take in the season.

YOSEMITE, CALIFORNIA

Its huge granite cliffs and giant redwood trees are layered in bright white snow and there are plenty of activities to do during the day.

TROMSO, NORWAY

In winter, you can watch the Northern Lights, visit the Arctic Cathedral and dash through the snow on a dog sled.

DOLOMITES, ITALY

The Dolomites is one of Italy's most beautiful destinations and a terrific place to visit for snow.

ANTARCTICA

You won't find an icier placer than Antarctica Known as the white continent, this is where you'll find more penguins than people and can experience a place like nowhere else on Earth.

SOUTH COAST, ICELAND

Iceland is jam-packed with places to discover on a snow holiday but we'll never tire of the south of the country, where some of the most breathtaking sites can be found.

RILA, BULGARIA

The quaint town of Rila makes a great trip, but what you really go for in the winter are the Rila Mountains, the highest in Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula.