Top 10 best places to go in February

Did you know? 2020 is a leap year - and February has 29 whole days instead of the usual 28. Time to take a special trip to remember this leap year moment! The shortest month of the year is usually quiet and great for travelling, with great weather options, either in tropicals places or in the mountains to catch the last snowflakes. Travel to Venice and witness the famous carnival or to Aspen and learn how to ski.

# 1 Venice, Italy

One of the most magical cities on the planet, Venice has long had a reputation for being romantic, unique, and a place to be visited at least once in a lifetime. Go in February and take part in the carnival, a very special time of the year.

Practical info:

• It takes approximately 16 hours to fly from Singapore to Venice.
• The temperatures range from 1°C to 9°C in February.
• The official language is Italian.

Highlights:

• Take a gondola on the city's romantic waterways.
• Piazza San Marco, Saint Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge

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# 2 Sri Lanka, Colombo

Begin your Sri Lankan adventure in the historic capital Colombo and slide down the coast to the colonial town of Galle, sampling some mouth-watering seafood along the way.

Practical info:

• It takes approximately 4 hours to fly from Singapore to Colombo.
• The average temperature ranges from 23°C to 30°C in February.
• The official languages are Sinhalese and Tamil.

Highlights:

• Galle Face Green Promenade is the place to go to see stunning sunsets.
• Gangaramaya Temple is right in the centre of the city by Beira Lake and is perhaps the city's most colourful temple.

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# 3 Aspen (Colorado), United States

Aspen, in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, is a ski resort town for outdoor recreation known for high-end restaurants and boutiques.

Practical info:

• It takes approximately 22 hours to fly from Singapore to Aspen.
• The average temperature ranges from -11°C to 4°C in February, so do pack some warm clothing.

Highlights:

• Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort
• Maroon Bells
• Independence Pass
• Ice Age Discovery Centre

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# 4 Hobart (Tasmania), Australia

Tasmania's capital is a picturesque, friendly and surprisingly cosmopolitan place, with excellent shopping streets, markets and sublime gastronomic attractions.

Practical info:

• It takes approximately 10 hours to fly from Singapore to Hobart.
• The average temperature ranges from 13°C to 22°C in February.

Highlights:

• Salamanca Place with old sandstone warehouses, galleries and cafes.
• Mount Wellington offers sweeping views, hiking and cycling trails.

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# 5 Sapporo, Japan

Sapporo is great for skiing in the winter, when the whole city is covered in snow. Fly to Sapporo in February and don't miss the Snow Festival.

Practical info:

• It takes approximately 9 hours to fly from Singapore to Sapporo.
• The average temperature ranges from -7°C to 0°C in February, so pack some warm clothing.

Highlights:

• From 31 January to 11 February 2020, enjoy the art of snow and ice at the Sapporo Snow Festival.
• Moerenuma Park and Mount Moiwa.

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