When talking about winter tourism, it is common to immediately think of destinations with snow, negative temperatures or cities famous for low temperatures. But traveling during the colder months can provide different experiences. Winter transforms destinations, changes habits and creates new possibilities for outings. A city known for its outdoor attractions during the summer, for example, can gain new flavors, landscapes and experiences when temperatures begin to drop. Winter tourism Disclosure In the interior of São Paulo, Atibaia and the cities in the region can be an alternative for tourists interested in nature, gastronomy and short-term trips. Before packing your bags, learn five interesting facts about winter tourism. 1: It doesn't need to snow This is one of the main curiosities about the season. When we think about a winter trip, we often imagine cities covered in snow. However, milder temperatures, mountainous regions, gastronomy and natural landscapes can also transform a city into an interesting destination during the colder months. In Brazil, where a large part of the territory does not record snow, winter tourism has found its own characteristics. Chalets, hotels, inns, restaurants, green areas and cities close to the mountains help create different experiences for visitors. Atibaia is an example. The presence of Pedra Grande and natural landscapes reinforces the municipality's relationship with the mountain climate and outdoor tourism. 2: The cold changes gastronomy Have you ever noticed how some foods seem to go better on cold days? Broths, soups, pastas, fondues, coffees, chocolates and other hot recipes gain popularity during winter. Therefore, gastronomy usually plays an important role in trips made at this time of year. Tourists can take advantage of the season to visit restaurants, try regional dishes and discover typical products from the destinations visited. In Atibaia, there is also a special ingredient: strawberries. One of the symbols of the city and the region, the fruit appears in sweets, cakes, pies, jellies, chocolates and different desserts. Morango do Amor in Atibaia Disclosure 3: Traveling in winter to slow down Not every trip needs to have a program with activities throughout the day. One of the characteristics of winter tourism is precisely the possibility of slowing down. Waking up later, having a leisurely breakfast, admiring the landscapes, enjoying a good meal and spending more time talking to family or friends are also part of the experience. 4: The landscapes can be different The same destination can provide completely different experiences depending on the time of year. During the colder months, the mornings can be foggy, the days tend to have more pleasant temperatures for hiking and the sky can create special backdrops for photographs. In mountain regions, waking up early and observing the landscape can turn into one of the most interesting experiences of the trip. Atibaia and Region bring together green areas, rural properties and cities surrounded by mountains and mountains. Thus, even the journey between one municipality and another can be part of the tourist experience. 5: Long trips Another interesting fact is that a good winter trip does not necessarily involve long distances. So-called proximity tourism allows travelers to discover attractions located just a few hours from home. For those who live in the capital of São Paulo or in other cities in the interior of São Paulo, Atibaia and the region can be options for a weekend trip, holiday or school vacation. The advantage is the possibility of making better use of the time available, reducing travel hours and increasing the period allocated for walks and rest. Sometimes, one of winter's best discoveries can be closer than tourists imagine.