Morocco is a popular European travel destination in the summer months with a price tag to match. Morocco's busiest months are from July to September. However, during the low-season, from October through February, you can travel to Morocco for a substantially reduced cost. In December 2010, last-minute travel packages for the month of December had been reduced by hundreds of dollars. The weather in Morocco in December is mild, with sunny days and occasional flash flooding from rainstorms. Enjoy sightseeing without the sweltering heat when compared to the hot and humid summer months. Morocco, an Islamic country, does not consider Christmas a public holiday. Therefore, when you visit in December, you will not encounter the holiday crowds of shoppers you find in Western countries.
The Mediterranean region includes all the land surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. Popular travel destinations in the area are Greece, Cyprus, Crete and Turkey. Visit the Mediterranean region during December to enjoy low-season prices. Temperatures in December stay between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Weather is notably mild and sunny in the coastal area of the Amalfi coast in Italy and on the island of Cyprus. Visit the ancient ruins in Greece without waiting in lines in the sweltering hot sun. Consider hopping on a cruise ship for your travel to and from the Mediterranean, which provides all-inclusive travel. December is the beginning of the off-season for cruises to the Mediterranean.
Philadelphia is listed as one of Bing Travel's Top Destinations for 2010. Visit Philadelphia during December to enjoy the holiday celebrations and historical attractions for a fraction of the price. Vacationers go to Philadelphia when the weather is warm, and the winter months are the low-season. As of December 2010, airfare in Philadelphia is lower during December and promotions for the low-season can leave you saving money. Take advantage of cheap travel in December and visit the historical Independence Hall, the building where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. See the cracked Liberty Bell and tour rooms once occupied by George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. Experience the National Museum of American Jewish History, which opened its doors in November 2010. Visit the Holiday Lights Show at Macy's Dickens Village that opens in mid-December.
