Holiday Blues?
Christmas is just around the corner. For some this is their favorite time of the year. They spend the other 11 months of the year preparing and counting down the days until they can crack open their decorations and start spreading the Christmas spirit. For others.. it means cold dreary weather, awkward encounters with distant relatives they only see once a year and a ton of stress. If this is you, I would like to present you with some options to make your holidays worth celebrating. Have you ever thought about spending the money you usually spend on turkey dinners and endless presents on chasing the sun and going on a holiday? Here is a list of my top December destinations to sunburn away your winter blues.

Puerto Vallarta is less than a 5 hour flight away from Vancouver. PV is situated on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, on the Bay of Banderas (the second largest bay in the world). Unlike many other tropical resort destinations, Puerto Vallarta is a real town with history and an interesting downtown area right on the beach.
Weather in December is pretty much perfect and dry with an average high of 30°C/86°F and low of 18°C/64°F. Hotel rates and airfares are fairly reasonable up until Christmas itself. Check out current Vancouver to Puerto Vallarta deals below!

Like many other Caribbean destinations, Montego Bay has perfect weather in December. Jamaica’s most energetic city, is both a party town and a destination for those seeking a more low-key adventure. Known equally for its duty-free shopping, clear-water snorkeling, diverse nightlife and natural beauty, Montego Bay makes for a perfect Jamaican getaway. If Montego Bay itself doesn’t sound perfect then you might instead consider Negril or Ocho Rios, both of which are about 90 minutes from the same airport and each has a different feel.
December is the driest month to travel to Jamaica with only 46mm of rainfall. The average high is 29°C/85°F and low of 23°C/73°F. Check out current Jamaica deals below!

Punta Cana is the Dominican Republic’s most popular resort area. Situated on the easternmost tip of the Dominican, it’s a region known for its 32 km stretch of white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Popular for zip-lining, windsurfing, kayaking and sailing, Punta Cana is a great destination for someone seeking a thrill or just looking for a beautiful beach to relax on with a drink in hand.
With hurricane season officially over, December is the perfect time to head over to the Dominican. The average high is 29°C/84°F and low of 22°C/72°F. Check out current Dominican Republic deals below!
For all other destinations and other info check out Last Minute Vacations! I hope your holiday season is full of love, laughter and happiness wherever you spend it this year!