The topic of over-tourism and mass tourism will probably accompany us for some time – especially if you’re a resident of one of the hotspots or plan to travel there. The easiest way to escape the crowds is to travel offseason.

Therefore, like already last year, we want to inspire with ideas for anticyclical travel.

Winter at the Baltic Sea

Who says the Baltic Sea is beautiful only in the summer? Of course, the fresh sea air is a bit colder but it still has that amazing soothing effect! Strolling at the beach will clear your mind and afterwards you can warm up in the roof terrace sauna of the Lifestylehotel SAND. By the way, the hotel is also open on New Year’s Eve – and what could be more relaxing than welcoming the New Year at the hotel’s own Rooftop Bar with a cocktail in the hand while listening to the sounds of the sea?

Relaxation in front of a crackling fire

A small cottage at the lake or in the forest, with its own fireplace, a good book and a cup of tea – sounds like the perfect place to escape the pre-Christmas hustle, right? With a bit of luck, one of the little houses of Hofgut Hafnerleiten is still available this winter.

Welcome spring in the mountains

Do you only visit the mountains during ski season or in the summer holidays? Too bad, because the Alps are at least as beautiful in spring – and definitely less crowded! The Berghotel Rehlegg is located in the heart of the Alpine National Park Berchtesgaden and thus perfectly connected to a large network of hiking trails and climbing routes. Or you visit the “Mozartstadt” Salzburg only 30 minutes away by car. In any case, you can relax afterwards in the spa area or in the heated outdoor pool overlooking the mountain panorama.

Even if there’s a cold snap in spring: In the health oasis of the Genießerhotel Die Forelle on the shores of the beautiful Weissensee in Carinthia, you will be pampered in the sauna, steam bath, and massage. By the way, the food is another highlight here – it’s not called „Genießerhotel“ („Connoisseur’s hotel “) for no reason! In the restaurant, only regional, seasonal and above all slow food is being served.

Selfness in the offseason

Especially those guests who want to participate in detox and fasting regimens, visit the SCHWARZWALD PANORAMA in Bad Herrenalb in offseason. It is quieter and therefore easier for guests to focus on their own well-being with yoga, sauna, massages, meditation and forest bathing. By the way, your treatments are being supported by selfness manager Kerstin Weinbrecht as well as the two fasting managers Mr. and Mrs. Wettcke.

Snowbound in Piedmont

Spend a very special New Year’s Eve at the Sagna Rotonda in Piedmont: normally, the charming eco-village is closed in winter, but after Christmas, it opens its doors again for a short time. Since winter is very snowy here, you will be picked up by owner Giovanni down in the village with a snowmobile and brought to Sagna Rotonda. Here, beautifully snowbound, you celebrate a quiet New Year’s Eve and enjoy the view of the impressive mountains of the Maira Valley!

Off to the sun

Fly from the cold into summer – just one of the reasons why Thailand is such a popular destination in winter. However, you should give a visit in shoulder-seasons or off-season a try. Because then you not only have more of the beautiful country and nature all to yourself, but you can also enjoy the lush green nature. In addition, Thailand‘s rainy season is often not so strong and (depending on the region) it rains only one or two hours a day.

By the way: Especially for city trips, the low season is great as well. Check out these tips for your next journey:

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