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Where to go in December: Top 10 places where you will forget about the cold and boredom (Part 1)

Even in spite of the fact that cold winter is coming soon, you still have a chance to enjoy sunshine lying in the sun and get a lot of just positive impressions.

5 sunny destinations

1. Livingston, Guatemala

Air temperature: 28-30 °C.
Water temperature: 26 °C.
Visa: not required within 90 days.
Cost of living: from 10$ per night.

Guatemala

In December, in the Caribbean region the weather is still warm and comfortable, so this is one of the most attractive destinations for a beach holiday. But if you want to get more and more vivid impressions, go to Guatemala. For example, got to the city of Livingston that is in the east of the country.

Not far from this place there are wonderful beaches, and the city has well developed infrastructure. Besides from here you can go on various exciting excursions: to canyons, to waterfalls, and to ancient ruins.

If time and budget allow, from Livingston you can get to the ancient Maya city – Tikal, which is in the north of the country. Although it is easier to visit it, staying in Florence, a picturesque place on the shore of Lake Petain-Itza.

2. Langkawi, Malaysia

Air temperature: 29-32 °C.
Water temperature: 28-30 °C.
Visa: not required within 30 days.
Cost of living: from 9$ per night.

Beautiful beachWhen it comes to December holidays in Southeast Asia, Thailand comes first. But Malaysia does not concede to any other place. Especially in this sense, the Langkawi archipelago, bordering on Thailand, is noteworthy.

This resort is famous for its clean beaches, beautiful hotels, nature and weather, which from December to April is just excellent here.

3. Fukuok, Vietnam

Air temperature: 26-32 °C.
Water temperature: 28-29 °C.
Visa: not required within 15 days.
Cost of living: from 7$ per night.

Vietnam

Fukuok is another Asian destination, which is just ideal for a beach holiday in December. Due to the fact that the territory of Vietnam is stretched, the weather in different parts of the country also varies, but in Fukuoka in the beginning of winter it is very warm. The main advantages of this direction are clean beaches, a rich underwater world that will definitely attract diving lovers, and, of course, a really low cost vacation with a high level of service.

4. Oahu, Hawaii, USA

Air temperature: 23-26 °C.
Water temperature: 24-25 °C.
Visa: American.
Cost of living: from 33$ per night.

Oahu, Hawaii, USA

In December, in Hawaii it is warm, but not too hot, as in summer, and you should not worry about the hurricanes at this time of the year at all: the unfavorable season ends in November. You can stay on different islands of the archipelago, but the most diverse and bright vacation you will get staying on Oahu, the main island.

There are beaches, and reserves, and temples, and brand shops here. You can also go on an excursion to the places of filming Hollywood movies or visit the famous Pearl Harbor.

5. Cape Town, South Africa

Air temperature: 20-25 °C.
Water temperature: 18 °C.
Visa: not required within 90 days.
Cost of living: from 33$ per night.

Cape Town coastline

December in Cape Town is just great for beach rest, but without it there is a lot things to do here as well. For example, to see local historical and artistic attractions (the city is considered the cultural capital of South Africa), go on the route “Garden Road”, which stretched for almost 350 km along provincial towns, nature reserves and tropical forests; go to the Cape of Good Hope or on a tour to the caves. The options for leisure here are diverse.

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