As temperatures drop, thoughts inevitably turn to summer holidays; but Brits don’t have to wait it out through overcast days, frozen mornings and rainy afternoons.
In fact, opting for a winter sun break outside of the peak July-September school holiday period can actually bag you a cheaper deal.
That all-inclusive holiday that you wanted to book for July might be much more affordable come January. Plus, it has the added bonus of allowing you to escape deepest, darkest winter in the UK, swapping it 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 2024, 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 good-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 maximum temperature here in January is a pleasant 15C.
From £790pp for seven nights’ accommodation, all-inclusive, based on two people sharing, plus return flights and transfers. Departing 24 January 2024.
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 Brits. Its location off the west coast of Africa…
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