12 Not-Too-Far Vacation Destinations Canadians Can Visit To Escape This Terrible Winter

Sometimes it's nice to go where the snow can't touch you and shovels aren't sold on every corner!

Dear Canadians: If you're sick of this.

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And this.

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And, oh yes, this, too. Then you need a vacation! Somewhere warm (at least above 0'C) and far away from anything white and fluffy that falls from the sky.

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Trust me. You deserve it!

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1. San Francisco, California

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"Whatever happened to the ice-covered trees? The snowman, the sledding hills, and late-night freezing?"

You'll likely be singing that when you're in San Francisco.

2. Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida

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Nothing says "goodbye cold" like the warm embrace of famous Disney characters. I mean, a blanket might, but let's pretend those don't exist.

3. Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

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Sand, sun, and best of all - no snow!

4. New Orleans, Louisiana

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With its bustling nightlife and amazing food, New Orleans might just be the perfect destination for any Canadian who feels trapped in their home for almost half of the year.

5. Charleston, South Carolina

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Charleston is overflowing with hundreds of years of history. While the temperature might be a bit cool this time of year, anything is better than the sub-zero temperatures that we Canadians are forced to endure for almost half of the year.

6. Barbados

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Bonus points if you find Rihanna!

7. Puerto Rico

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Blissfully tucked away from any temperatures that would dare creep anywhere close to 0'C.

8. Lisbon, Portugal

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While Portugal might not be the closest destination for a winter retreat, just think about how nice it would be to visit an exotic country steeped in history, culture, and amazing blue water!

9. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

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Not only is it a really big hole, but it's a really big, popular hole that a lot of tourists flock to see. It's also one of the 7 Wonders of the Natural World. Plus, I hear Arizona is decently warm, even in February.

10. Las Vegas, Nevada

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The good thing about Las Vegas is that you don't always need the heat outside to keep you warm, if you catch my drift!

I'm obviously talking about the heat lamps at the buffets.

11. Balboa Park, San Diego

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Balboa Park encompasses 1,200 acres and contains 15 museums, 16 gardens, a miniature railroad, golf course, tennis court, lawn bowling, a gymnasium, a carousel, and a Super Sonic Samba School. Plus, to top it all off, you'll also find the San Diego Zoo!

While it might not be your final destination, it would definitely make a great pit-stop on your way to something else.

Also, as far as I know, you won't have to shovel to get in or out!

12. Hollywood, California

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Walk the same streets as your favourite celebrity (Hey, it's Britney!), but with less people trying to take pictures up your skirt. Hollywood is literally a tourists dream: TCL Chinese Theatre, the Walk of Fame, Universal Studios, and more! Plus, catch a tour bus and see the stars' homes, just like a real life stalker!