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January

19 destinations at their best in January. Pick one to read the full guide.

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The new year brings crisp winter charm to the Northern Hemisphere and peak summer to the south. January is ideal for snow sports, festive markets winding down, and escaping to tropical warmth before the crowds arrive.

Peak season
Bangkok
Thailand
Cool Season
23–33°C · High crowds
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Peak season
Dubai
UAE
Cool Season
14–24°C · Very High crowds
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Peak season
Maldives
Maldives
Dry Season
26–31°C · High crowds
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Amsterdam
Netherlands
Winter
1–6°C · Low crowds
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Bali
Indonesia
Galungan, Green Season & Best Value
26–32°C · Low crowds
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Barcelona
Spain
Three Kings, Calçots & Winter Value
6–14°C · Low crowds
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Istanbul
Turkey
Budget Travellers & Solo Explorers
4–9°C · Very Low crowds
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Kyoto
Japan
Winter
2–9°C · Low crowds
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Las Vegas
USA
Hikers, Live Music & Solo Travellers
5–15°C · Medium-High crowds
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Lisbon
Portugal
Fado, Dia de Reis & Deep Value
8–15°C · Low crowds
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London
UK
Winter
3–8°C · Low crowds
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Mexico City
Mexico
Culture Seekers & Food Lovers
8–22°C · Low crowds
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New York City
USA
Broadway & Budget Dining
-2–4°C · Low crowds
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Paris
France
Bargain Hunters & Foodies
3–8°C · Low crowds
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Rome
Italy
Bargain Hunters & Museum Goers
3–12°C · Low crowds
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Seoul
South Korea
Winter Sales, Spa & Street Food
-6–2°C · Low crowds
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Singapore
Singapore
Thaipusam, Art Week & Value Seekers
23–30°C · Low-Medium crowds
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Sydney
Australia
Summer
19–26°C · Very High crowds
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Tokyo
Japan
Winter
1–10°C · Low crowds
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