Vacation on a quiet island, stargazing and a wildlife park: top 3 travel ideas for 2024
After the winter holidays, many people dream of traveling to get inspired for a new busy year and get new experiences. According to travel experts and bloggers, January is a great time to travel, as it is considered a "dead zone" for airline ticket sales.
Traveling at the beginning of the year has other advantages. Airports and airlines are less busy, hotels tend to lower prices, and there are fewer crowds in hot spots," writes ArcaMax.
"There are many reasons for this, including the fact that it's cold in many parts of the world, the holiday season is over, and people are returning to work and school after the holidays," notes Travel Tank.
If you want to create an unforgettable start to the new year, here are three of the best travel destinations for 2024 according to experts.
Menorca, Spain
If the holiday season has been full of family celebrations, non-stop meetings, or endless hours of work, you might be interested in a vacation in a quiet, peaceful place. Menorca is known as the calmest of the Balearic Islands, as it is less chaotic and "clubby" than Ibiza and Mallorca.
"This Balearic island is known for its beaches, USECO-listed biosphere reserve, and Bronze Age structures. Menorca has a calm and relaxed island vibe, and it's definitely quieter than some of the neighboring islands," says travel blogger Rocky Trifari,
Tromsø, Norway
If you love solar eclipses, breathtaking views, and are up for an adventure, then Tromsø, Norway, might be the perfect vacation destination. According to Madison Piotrowski, Director of US Brands at GetYourGuide, Tromsø is among the "top 10 for 2024".
"Next year is shaping up to be one of the best years for astronomical events, from a solar eclipse to numerous meteor showers, so I think many travelers are hoping to add this magical light show to a year full of stargazing," explained Piotrowski.
But Tromsø has even more to offer, from dog sledding to whale watching, making it the perfect destination for an Arctic adventure.
Outaouais, Quebec
If you want to be alone with nature, see wild animals, and maybe wake up with a wolf pack outside your window like travel expert and writer La Carmina does, then you should visit Outaouais, Quebec. It's just an hour's drive from Ottawa and there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, perfect for a group vacation or solo travel.
La Carmina says that in Outaouais, tourists will be fascinated by the Parc Omega wildlife park. During the trip, you can get up close and personal with Canadian bison and deer and feed them.
"I also enjoyed soaking in the outdoor steam baths at Nordik Spa-Nature in Outaouais, the largest thermal spa in North America, which reminds me of the atmosphere of the Blue Lagoon in Iceland," she added.