In the winter when the weather takes a turn for the worst, many
of us look further afield for our dose of sun. But where are the best
destinations to visit in the winter months?
If you're not too keen to spending much time on a plane, then look no further than the beautiful island of Madeira, which is within five hours flying time from the UK. An excellent location for winter sun, Madeira has everything from elegant colonial architecture, intriguing museums and grand hotels to enticing walking trails, lush green valleys, flower-filled gardens and beautiful sand and pebble beaches.
The Egyptian red sea resorts also offer all year-round sunshine and short flight times, and if you fancy a break from the sunbathing or snorkelling, you might take in a trip to the ancient pyramids, Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. Even in January temperatures in Egypt reach 20 degrees, making it a perfect winter escape. Or why not choose from anyone of the six Cape Verde islands? A captivating blend of African, Brazilian and Portuguese cultures, the islands range from the cultural Sao Vicente, the volcanic Fogo and the green Santo Antao.
You can fly to the Arabian Gulf in less than seven hours and find guaranteed sunshine, endless sandy beaches and stunning hotels. For glamour, shopping and mouth-watering restaurants, stay in Dubai, or head to Oman for remote beaches and mountains. Gambia, on the West coast of Africa, is only a six hour flight from the UK and is full of great value hotels, breathtaking beaches and beautiful nature reserves. Highlights of Gambia include uncrowded white sand beaches, shanty bars and temperatures of over 30 degrees all year round.
For a true taste of paradise, head to the Indian Ocean and the idyllic island of Mauritius. Or soak up the sun in the Maldives or the Seychelles. With their perfect beaches, stunning hotels and first-class service, they're just the antidote to a bitter British winter. For an Indian escape with soft sandy beaches and average temperatures of 32 degrees across the winter months, why not try Goa? The busy local markets, full of spices and silks, contrast with the peaceful sandy beaches, which offer watersports and diving.
Heading further east, the islands of Thailand offer amazing beaches, great food and excellent value. In winter stick to the west coast islands, such as Phuket - home to temples, colonial mansions and spectacular sunsets. For those looking for a real treat, the Caribbean offers a wide range of islands all with their very own charm. Grenada is perfect for those wanting to relax somewhere quiet, Barbados is full of glamour, Tobago and Jamaica provide the perfect setting for beach lovers, and St Lucia has volcanic peaks and charmingly rustic fishing villages. A trip to the Caribbean can also be combined with a stopover in Miami - tying together the vibrant art deco city with a relaxing island break.
If you're not too keen to spending much time on a plane, then look no further than the beautiful island of Madeira, which is within five hours flying time from the UK. An excellent location for winter sun, Madeira has everything from elegant colonial architecture, intriguing museums and grand hotels to enticing walking trails, lush green valleys, flower-filled gardens and beautiful sand and pebble beaches.
The Egyptian red sea resorts also offer all year-round sunshine and short flight times, and if you fancy a break from the sunbathing or snorkelling, you might take in a trip to the ancient pyramids, Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. Even in January temperatures in Egypt reach 20 degrees, making it a perfect winter escape. Or why not choose from anyone of the six Cape Verde islands? A captivating blend of African, Brazilian and Portuguese cultures, the islands range from the cultural Sao Vicente, the volcanic Fogo and the green Santo Antao.
You can fly to the Arabian Gulf in less than seven hours and find guaranteed sunshine, endless sandy beaches and stunning hotels. For glamour, shopping and mouth-watering restaurants, stay in Dubai, or head to Oman for remote beaches and mountains. Gambia, on the West coast of Africa, is only a six hour flight from the UK and is full of great value hotels, breathtaking beaches and beautiful nature reserves. Highlights of Gambia include uncrowded white sand beaches, shanty bars and temperatures of over 30 degrees all year round.
For a true taste of paradise, head to the Indian Ocean and the idyllic island of Mauritius. Or soak up the sun in the Maldives or the Seychelles. With their perfect beaches, stunning hotels and first-class service, they're just the antidote to a bitter British winter. For an Indian escape with soft sandy beaches and average temperatures of 32 degrees across the winter months, why not try Goa? The busy local markets, full of spices and silks, contrast with the peaceful sandy beaches, which offer watersports and diving.
Heading further east, the islands of Thailand offer amazing beaches, great food and excellent value. In winter stick to the west coast islands, such as Phuket - home to temples, colonial mansions and spectacular sunsets. For those looking for a real treat, the Caribbean offers a wide range of islands all with their very own charm. Grenada is perfect for those wanting to relax somewhere quiet, Barbados is full of glamour, Tobago and Jamaica provide the perfect setting for beach lovers, and St Lucia has volcanic peaks and charmingly rustic fishing villages. A trip to the Caribbean can also be combined with a stopover in Miami - tying together the vibrant art deco city with a relaxing island break.
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