If traveling in fall and winter isn’t on your radar, we’ve got 17 reasons to reconsider.
Here are 17 destinations worth visiting between October and February — a prime time for lower fares and lighter crowds — all just a nonstop flight away from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
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See the lights of Europe
Experience holiday lights in Europe, where both charming historic streets and dramatic landscapes create memories like no other.
- Frankfurt, Germany: Visit Frankfurt’s iconic holiday markets .
- Amsterdam, Netherlands: Be dazzled by the Amsterdam Light Festival .
- Reykjavik, Iceland: See the Northern Lights in-person.
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Hit the ski slopes of Canada
In addition to friendly people, Canada is known for its epic ski resorts. Our recs:
- Ottawa, Ontario: Calabogie Ski Resort and Mont Tremblant
- Vancouver, British Columbia: Whistler Blackcomb and Cypress Mountain (home to the 2010 Olympics)
- Toronto, Ontario: Blue Mountain Resort. Bonus: Shopping lovers should visit the PATH , the largest underground shopping complex in the world.
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Go on a “summer” escape
Reminder: Brazil’s summer starts in December. Whether exploring city streets, watching soccer games, or beach-bumming it, a few great Brazilian cities to visit include:
- Brasilia
- Belo Horizonte
- Sao Paulo
- Recife
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Wade in tropical waters
Ah, island life. Savor those Caribbean vibes and turquoise waters with a tropical getaway in:
- Santiago, Dominican Republic
- Aruba
- Freeport, Bahamas
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Explore apple orchards, redwood forests + more
Visit all four corners of the US for:
- Westchester County, NY: Apple picking + hay rides in Hudson Valley.
- Wausau, WI: A fall hike in Rib Mountain State Park.
- El Paso, TX: A margarita in El Paso, where legend has it the famous drink was born.
- San Francisco, CA: Rolling hills and some of San Francisco’s warmest (and sunniest) days. Bonus: Take the short drive to Muir Woods for a walk in the redwoods.
Pro tip: Before heading out, download the MCO App to get turn-by-turn navigation, TSA security wait times, flight updates, and parking, dining, and shopping information. Plan your trip + snag deals .
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