Beach chairs and blazing sun aren’t the only way to take a vacation anymore. In fact, 2025 is shaping up to be the year travelers turn down the thermostat. Instead of chasing scorching temperatures, more people are looking north—to snow-dusted cities, icy lagoons, and mountains that sparkle under a winter sky.
Coolcations aren’t just about escaping the heat—they’re about finding experiences that feel energizing, social, and refreshingly different. For solo travelers, they’re the perfect recipe: a little adventure, a dash of culture, and plenty of shared moments with new friends.
Iceland: Nature at its Most Dramatic
Few places do contrasts better than Iceland. This tiny island packs in thundering waterfalls, steaming geysers, and glaciers that stretch for miles. On our Discover Iceland trip it'll makes you feel like you’ve stepped into another world.
On our Discover Iceland journey you can:
• Watch the Northern Lights dance overhead.
• Road-trip the Golden Circle to see geysers erupt and waterfalls roar.
• Sink into warm geothermal pools while snow drifts all around.
It’s wild, raw, and unforgettable—exactly what a coolcation should be.
Poland: Kraków & Zakopane in Winter
If you love history, culture, and snowy mountain escapes, our Winter Adventure in Kraków & Zakopane is a perfect fit.
Join our Winter Adventure in Kraków & Zakopane and you’ll:
• Wander historic squares lined with festive market stalls.
• Head into the Tatra Mountains for crisp alpine air and snowy views.
• Share hearty Polish meals in rustic lodges, warming up after days outdoors.
It’s part cultural immersion, part winter playground.
Tromsø: A Front-Row Seat to the Artic
High above the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is the ultimate launchpad for winter adventure. Our Tromsø: Norway’s Gateway to the Arctic trip takes you deep into the Arctic Circle for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
With our Norway’s Gateway to the Arctic trip you can:
• Chase the aurora borealis across pristine skies.
• Go husky sledding through frozen valleys.
• Cruise Norway’s fjords framed by snowy peaks.
This is bucket-list territory—and the kind of experience that stays with you forever.
Ski Escapes: Snow, Slopes, and Shared Laughs
Of course, no coolcation list is complete without skiing. Whether you’re carving black diamonds or sliding down your very first bunny slope, ski trips are as much about the social side as the skiing itself.
Here’s why they’re classics:
• Resorts across Europe offer breathtaking alpine backdrops.
• There are slopes for every level, from easy greens to expert runs.
• Après-ski delivers that magical mix of hot drinks, live music, and new friends.
Why Solo Travelers Love Coolcations
What sets cold-weather trips apart isn’t just the scenery—it’s the way they bring people together. Share a thermos of hot chocolate under the Northern Lights, laugh with your group on a ski lift, or bond over steaming bowls of goulash after a snowy hike.
Coolcations give solo travelers:
• Community: small groups of like-minded explorers.
• Adventure: once-in-a-lifetime activities that create lasting memories.
• Comfort: a private room at the end of every day for your own downtime.
Make Winter Your Season
Instead of waiting for the summer sun, why not embrace winter’s magic? From Iceland’s geothermal wonders to Norway’s Arctic adventures, coolcations prove that the cold can be the warmest kind of travel experience.
