20 Winter Vacation Ideas for 2023

With the madness of the holidays behind us, the quiet stretch of a long winter has officially settled in. What better way is there to while away these hours of limited daylight than by dreaming of—and actually planning—an escape? When it comes to winter getaways, the season's most devoted jetsetters generally tend to split into two camps. Snow or sun? Mink or linen? Skis or irons? A glass of whiskey by a roaring fire or tequila on ice with toes in the sand? Whatever it is you prefer, whether it's to take a suitcase full of cashmere and set off in search of fresh powder and cozy cabin environs, or to simply sprawl out on a beach in tropical paradise with a great read and a never-ending stream of cocktails, this is the perfect time to temporarily leave behind the cold and dreary reality of the season. Below, more than a few ideas to help cure the wintertime wanderlust.