Escape the winter months with these far-flung trips

Destinations such as the Maldives and Seychelles were and still are visited in abundance, but also adventurous destinations such as South Africa, Costa Rica, the Galapagos Islands and Kenya welcomed tourists again. ExperieneTravel: ''The preparation for such trips was sometimes a bit more intensive and demanded a lot of improvisation from us and our travelers, but an unforgettable trip and a perfect overall picture more than made up for this: the unspoiled nature was at its purest and the locals extremely grateful that you did take the trouble to visit their fantastic country.''

ExperienceTravel also shared some bright spots in what was a somewhat down year for travel. In October, the travel company entered the prestigious Louvre after hours with a select group of 25 people, made trips to Argentina possible and a left 40 travelers to Antartica for a three-week expedition trip with André Kuipers. Again this year, ExperienceTravel has plenty of plans to make 2022 a good travel year after all. So don't wait too long and plan your exclusive tailor-made trip now.

But now for a quick escape from the dark days and head for the sun? Here are two suggestions, getting some vitamin D in the nick of time.

Maldives | Constance Halaveli

Travel to the private island of Halaveli in the Maldives archipelago where each villa features a private pool and terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean. You can dive right into the crystal clear waters and explore the colorful coral reef. Or take a yoga session on the white sandy beach and undergo a relaxing treatment at the spa. There are even special kid-friendly treatments for children. Dine at one of three restaurants overlooking the sunset. Check out the trip here.

A well-kept secret in Thailand

ExperienceTravel is happy to share a travel gem. One of the most beautiful resorts in the world is tucked away on the east coast of the exotic Thai island of Ko Yao Noi. At the Six Senses Resort, all your senses will be stimulated and you will stay in an exclusive private villa with its own pool and lounge terrace surrounded by tropical forest. With the soothing sound of birds and the sea in the background, unwind in the spa or by the breathtaking Phang Nga Bay. Or explore the island by bicycle with a local guide. Temperatures are around a pleasant 30°C year-round, allowing you to escape the cold Dutch winter months. Check out the trip here.