As temperatures heat up, thoughts inevitably turn to summer holidays; but as always it’ll be over far too soon. Brits will be experiencing overcast days, frozen mornings and rainy afternoons before we know it.
One piece of good news is that, as the days draw in and the school year gets into full flow, holidays abroad start getting cheaper and more accessible.
That all-inclusive holiday that you wanted to book for July might be much more affordable come November. Plus, it has the added bonus of allowing you to escape deepest, darkest autumn and winter in the UK, swapping them for days spent by the beach sipping cocktails, walking over sun-warmed hills or ambling through famous landmarks.
From mainland Europe to the west coast of the US, an extensive range of destinations around the world can provide opportunities for winter sun. And they don’t have to cost the Earth, with tour operators offering great-value package deals.
Here are some of the best budget options for 2023/24, with accommodation and travel thrown in to take the stress out of organising a winter sun holiday.
Antalya, Turkey
A view over part of Antalya’s Old Town
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One of the main tourist cities on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast, Antalya is a spectacular city that is home to miles of rugged coastline, photogenic natural landscapes and a charming Old Town. Winding cobbled streets lined with stone buildings and colourful facades lead to beaches and harbours home to yachts and small sailing boats. Away from the golden sands and narrow streets, the region is known as a great location for golfing holidays and exploring nature and ancient ruins, from the Duden Waterfalls and Sapadere Canyon to the Greek amphitheatre and Apollon Temple.
EasyJet offers a great-value package here, including a stay in nearby Lara – at the Titanic Mardan Palace – with elegant accommodation and an all-inclusive rate to enjoy at a hotel with vast outdoor swimming pools, a section of private beach and eight different restaurants. The average temperature here in November is a pleasant 17C.
From £755pp for seven nights’ accommodation, all-inclusive, plus return flights and transfers. Departing 19 November 2023.
Tenerife, Spain
A beach in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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The largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, Tenerife has long been a popular year-round destination for…
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