Where to Travel This Winter

'Tis the season once more: time to pack up and skip town to huddle around a fire with family, mulled wine in hand, doing your best to avoid any talk of politics—or, you know, take a beach vacation to Australia. This week we're all about winter travel, as we debate whether thick sweaters and snowfall are a must and discuss destinations both expected (European Christmas markets, anyone?) and under-appreciated (hint: there's more than one safari season). Plus, a reminder about why now, in the face of so much political division and anxiety, travel is so important. Oh, and don't you think it's about time you double-checked that passport expiration date? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices