{"id":3386,"date":"2015-08-14T11:24:50","date_gmt":"2015-08-14T11:24:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.sandwave.dev\/stories\/white-snow-white-sand-5-reasons-spend-christmas-beach\/"},"modified":"2023-06-21T19:05:09","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T19:05:09","slug":"white-snow-white-sand-5-reasons-spend-christmas-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/stories\/white-snow-white-sand-5-reasons-spend-christmas-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"White Snow for White Sand: 5 Reasons to Spend Christmas on a Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A traditional Canadian Christmas has its charm \u2014 the cold winter nights for snuggling by a fire, the beautiful twinkling lights in the early darkness, and the crisp smell of that decorated evergreen tree &#8211; make it a favourite time of year for many Canadians. However, it\u2019s not unheard of to try something new at this special time to create lasting memories with your loved ones. Here are five major reasons why you should spend Christmas on a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/p\/All-Inclusive-Vacations.htm#tab1\">beach<\/a>:<\/p>\n<h4>1 &#8211; Get Away From the Cold Weather<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8456\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8456\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BAH_PalmTreeBeach.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8456\" src=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/BAH_PalmTreeBeach.jpg\" alt=\"Image via Expedia\" width=\"510\" height=\"287\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8456\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image via Expedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We may be Canadian, but that doesn\u2019t mean we have to love the bitter temperatures that come every winter. In fact, three months (minimum!) of shoveling and bundling up can wear on a person. A tropical Christmas means you can give yourself a break and work on your winter tan. And imagine how easy it is to pack! Ditch the scarves, mittens, and snowsuits; swimsuits, flip flops and a few light items will be all you need to enjoy your holiday.<\/p>\n<h4>2 &#8211; Leave the Holiday Stress Behind<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8457\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8457\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Crane-Beach.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8457\" src=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Crane-Beach.jpg\" alt=\"Image via Expedia\" width=\"510\" height=\"287\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8457\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image via Expedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For some, the Christmas season can be more stressful than fun. Making forced and uncomfortable conversation with people you barely know (or aren\u2019t particularly fond of) may lace your holiday with dread. Rather than worrying about what gifts to buy your spouse or your children, purchase a few all-inclusive tickets for your loved ones to soak up some sun. If it\u2019s your first Christmas on a beach, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/p\/all-inclusive\/cancun\">Cancun<\/a> has some excellent resorts, and is the most inexpensive destination, which makes it great for first-timers. The best part of all? You don\u2019t have to cook the expansive turkey dinner!<\/p>\n<h4>3 &#8211; Energize For the New Year<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8460\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8460\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Mauna-Kea-Hawaiis-Big-Island.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8460\" src=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Mauna-Kea-Hawaiis-Big-Island.jpg\" alt=\"Image via Expedia\" width=\"510\" height=\"287\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8460\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image via Expedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Picture this: you\u2019re lying on the beach, soaking up the rays and listening to the waves lap the shore. You may be reading that book you\u2019ve been meaning to get to and sipping a cocktail, or taking a much needed nap. This is the kind of ultimate relaxation that should happen for everyone at the end of the year. Take this Christmas to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/Negril-Hotels-Beaches-Negril-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h606140.Hotel-Information\">pamper yourself<\/a> and recharge your batteries for the new year\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n<h4>4 &#8211; Change Brings Excitement<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8461\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8461\" style=\"width: 461px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/TAH_accom.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8461\" src=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/TAH_accom.jpg\" alt=\"Image via Expedia\" width=\"461\" height=\"259\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8461\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image via Expedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Predictability may bring comfort, but change brings excitement! What better way to look forward to the upcoming holidays than by doing something new. Breaking away from tradition means creating new experiences and memories. The challenge of a new environment to plan your Christmas around can be a lot of fun. The all-inclusive, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/St-Lucia-Hotels-Coconut-Bay-Beach-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h1163193.Hotel-Information\">Coconut Bay Resort<\/a> and Spa in beautiful and exotic St. Lucia has enough activities for the whole family. The kids could spend Christmas Eve at the large waterpark and Boxing Day playing paintball.<\/p>\n<h4>5 &#8211; The Christmas Spirit is Everywhere<\/h4>\n<p>While the ambiance established with lights, presents and a Christmas tree helps infuse the Christmas spirit, these things aren\u2019t necessary to do so. You bring the joy and excitement of the season with you, to whichever beach you decide to spend your holiday on. Experts say that happiness is more often attained through experiences, rather than things, so going on a relaxing and fun adventure with your loved ones may be your best Christmas yet.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8459\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8459\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/expedia-christmas.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8459\" src=\"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/expedia-christmas.jpg\" alt=\"Image via Expedia\" width=\"510\" height=\"287\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8459\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image via Expedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Spending Christmas on a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hecktictravels.com\/good-beach-day\">beach<\/a> may become your new tradition. And don\u2019t worry \u2014 Santa can find you anywhere!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A traditional Canadian Christmas has its charm \u2014 the cold winter nights for snuggling by a fire, the beautiful twinkling lights in the early darkness, and the crisp smell of that decorated evergreen tree &#8211; make it a favourite time of year for many Canadians. 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