Not all of us have the Christmas spirit that these dates deserve, perhaps all your life you have carried a ‘Grinch’ inside or simply this year you don’t feel like celebrating and you prefer to pack your bags and spend the bonus on an exotic trip. These Christmas escape destinations are a great option to do a little introspection.
Whatever your reason for fleeing Christmas, if what you want is to leave behind the decorations, trees, gifts and tedious meetings, here are 5 destinations that are perfect for you:
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1. Morocco
The best places not to celebrate Christmas are just those where it is not celebrated, that is: ‘non-Christian’ countries.
Of all the options, one of our favorites is Morocco, partly because of its proximity to Europe and because it is the safest these days. In addition, it offers a warm temperature that has nothing to do with the Christmas spirit.
Do not hesitate in a visit to the ancient imperial city of Marrakeshalthough Fez, Tangier and Casablanca They also take your breath away. You can spend Christmas Eve enjoying a tour of the Sahara Desert and sleeping under the stars. Doesn’t that sound amazing? Bye, bye Christmas.
2. Africa
Planning a safari is the best way to say “Christmas shocks me”. Although there are a significant number of Christians in Africa, the celebrations are not as overwhelming as in America or Europe.
The best places? Kenya and Tanzaniawith their respective natural reserves of Masai Mara and Serengetiyou can stay there in a comfortable lodge with all the comforts to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Another excellent option is Namibiaa booming destination that opens the doors of its natural reserves of Etoshanot to mention the impressive red dunes of the Namibthe oldest desert in the world.
If your budget allows, fly over the Okavango Delta in the neighboring area by small plane. Botswanaa dream trip!
3. India
Here is a more exotic and distant option, but quite affordable. Escaping Christmas in India is possible, since it is not a priority, since they have many (in truth, many) other gods to celebrate: it is the holy land of Hinduism, Buddhism, Yainism and Sikhism, in addition to being the third country with the most Muslims and cradle of important spiritual movements and gurus.
Between its warm climate, the colorful clothing and the food flooded with aromatic spices, you won’t even have time to think about Christmas (unless you meet the Christian minority that does celebrate it).
A trip to India cannot be complete if you do not visit its main cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Agrabut don’t limit yourself, explore as many as you can!
4.China
Western influence has made everyone aware of Christmas in China, even if they do not know exactly what is celebrated. Many businesses put up allusive decorations, play Christmas carols as background music and even make employees wear Santa Claus hats, but only the Christian community (1% of the population) celebrates.
In general, you will find the usual rhythm and views of the city, so take the opportunity to visit temples, try the most exotic of its gastronomy (less bats, please) and get to know the Big Walla zero Christmas plan!
5. Caribbean cruise
Although the Caribbean islands also celebrate Christmas, the combination of sun, sea and paradisiacal islands will take you far from the typical cold landscapes. Furthermore, African American religions predominate in the area and do not share these festivities.
Imagine sunbathing Costa Rica, Cuba, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Bahamas and more. Plates filled with fresh seafood, flirty drinks, dancing, bonfires in the moonlight… who misses Christmas carols?
Just make sure you spend Christmas Eve on land, because if you happen to be on board the escape will be thwarted and you will have to celebrate just as if you had stayed at home, but with strangers.
Many times people need a break, fresh air, to discover new places and traditions, so escaping Christmas for a year doesn’t hurt anyone. Enjoy a different vacation!