Popular Post webfact Posted December 26, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 26, 2023 Italy reigns supreme as the ultimate festive haven, clocking in nearly 93,000 average searches from September to December this year. An ever-popular year-round destination, Italy transforms into a winter wonder with charming markets, exceptional skiing facilities, and high-altitude luxury in the Italian Alps – a must-visit for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Taking an unexpected second place is Japan, with 33,275.49 average searches. Despite the chilly temperatures ranging from 37°F to 54°F, Japan’s blend of ancient traditions and modern festivities, set against serene winter landscapes and vibrant city lights, creates a unique and captivating holiday atmosphere. In an intriguing third place is Thailand, with almost 23,000 average searches. Could it be the allure of an unconventional Christmas on the beach, with December temperatures soaring to a warm 88°F? Thailand’s tropical charm, warm hospitality, beautiful beaches, and cultural richness offer an unexpectedly popular choice for Americans seeking a break from tradition. by Puntid Tantivangphaisal Photo courtesy of Travel Daily Media Full story: The Thaiger 2023-12-26 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Drake Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 Odd that Cuba is number 10 on their list. Quote Travel to Cuba for tourist activities remains prohibited by statute. https://cu.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/local-resources-of-u-s-citizens/traveling-to-cuba/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Daley Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 Nothing says ''festive'' like Thailand. Miserable land of frowns. F all decorations and no Christmas music. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazes Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 17 hours ago, John Drake said: Odd that Cuba is number 10 on their list. the list of ok reasons to visit Cuba are so wide and various that no American should ever worry about visiting or returning from Cuba. If by any chance your reason for going is not covered in the ok list, you can always go to Mexico or Canada and slip in that way....!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazes Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 19 hours ago, webfact said: Thailand’s tropical charm, warm hospitality, beautiful beaches, and cultural richness Not the Thailand I know, but I suppose if you are prepared to travel around a bit you will find some "beautiful beaches". But dragging oneself around a temple does not in my book count as "cultural richness". 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emdog Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 These numbers all relate to "searches", right? How many "searches" statistically become actual "visits"? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 20 hours ago, Chris Daley said: Nothing says ''festive'' like Thailand. Miserable land of frowns. F all decorations and no Christmas music. Your right, We went for Christmas dinner to Central Phuket normally have a huge tree, not this year hardly any decorations inside this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newnative Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 1 hour ago, ChipButty said: Your right, We went for Christmas dinner to Central Phuket normally have a huge tree, not this year hardly any decorations inside this year. Central Festival Pattaya has done it up nicely, with a big tree and other decorations. Very festive and there were large crowds yesterday when my spouse and I were there. The mall, itself, has been refreshed with new paint and decorative finishes in the public areas and redone bathrooms. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 8 minutes ago, newnative said: Central Festival Pattaya has done it up nicely, with a big tree and other decorations. Very festive and there were large crowds yesterday when my spouse and I were there. The mall, itself, has been refreshed with new paint and decorative finishes in the public areas and redone bathrooms. Maybe they have our tree, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayinThailand2much Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 22 hours ago, Chris Daley said: Nothing says ''festive'' like Thailand. Miserable land of frowns. F all decorations and no Christmas music. True. That Japan is more popular, despite not having tropical beaches, or the draw of the infamous Thailand nightlife is telling. Perhaps it beats Thailand in regards to hospitality, service, infrastructure, and lack of scams... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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