December Travel List! 5 Destinations to Capture Your Winter Romance

Who says winter is only for staying at home? From northern ice sculptures to southern cherry blossoms, this guide lets you enjoy December in style! 🔥Top Picks: ▪️The Forbidden City, Beijing: It turns back into the Forbidden City as soon as it snows! Corner towers and red walls reflect the white snow. Visiting in December means a good chance to catch the first snow. Wear Hanfu for photos that instantly become ancient-style masterpieces. ▪️Harbin Ice and Snow World: Officially opens in mid to late December! Don’t miss the 500-meter ice slide and the popular ice piano. The lights at night are breathtaking. 🌴Best for Escaping the Cold: ▪️Yalong Bay, Sanya: Avoid the peak season crowds and enjoy 25°C warm sunshine! Try tail wave surfing and stay at a beachfront hotel. Island vacation for about 800 RMB per person. ▪️Gulangyu, Xiamen: Bougainvillea and winter cherry blossoms bloom together! Stroll among century-old mansions and sip hand-brewed coffee. Watch the sunset at Shapowei in the evening— a must for artsy travelers. 🌸Hidden Gems: ▪️Erhai Lake, Dali: Winter cherry blossoms bloom exclusively in December! Cycle around the lake and encounter seas of pink flowers with snowy Cangshan Mountains as the backdrop. Every snapshot is wallpaper-worthy scenery. 📌Travel Tips: In the north, bring plenty of down jackets and warm packs; in the south, a light jacket is enough. Book ice and snow activities one hour in advance, and reserve popular homestays 15 days ahead! The romance of December is hidden in every snowflake and every wave. Now is the perfect time to set off—tag your travel buddy and go!