Desperately Seeking Sunshine - Winter Sun down to a T

Beaches: More enjoyable without snow

The concept of winter sun is simple: When the weather gets cold, grey and miserable, go somewhere that isn’t. Whilst friends and work colleagues wallow in a world of frost and broken down trains, you are relaxing on a hot and sunny beach, cocktail in hand.

Of course, the objective is not to brag about this. Not too much anyway but it does make sense as it tends to be an off peak time to travel and good value. So turn up the temperature with these T infused winter sun ideas. 

Tenerife: The sun’s in Cruz control

The Canary Islands are always a safe bet for good weather year round. Pick of the bunch is Tenerife. Aim for a spa hotel in relaxed Puerto de la Cruz in the north or more developed Costa Adeje in the south. With duty free prices throughout Tenerife is also great value.

If you get bored of sitting in the sun, try astronomy on Mount Teide, wildlife at Loro Park, water slides at Siam Park, dolphins & whales in the sea, vineyards to sample, a spa day or sports such as diving, kite surfing and cycling.

GET THERE: Most flights from the UK operate to Tenerife South airport. Tenerife North is served from Heathrow or via Madrid. Average October-March temperatures are 18-24C.

Tobago: Busy is not an option  

For a guarantee of hot weather, an 8 hour flight gets you to the Caribbean. For some serious relaxation, try Tobago where the time difference is measured in years not hours. 

The best accommodation is along the coast from Crown Point. Away from the sun lounger, learn to dive, tour the island by car or boat, join the street party at weekly Sunday School or trek through the northern rainforest.

GET THERE: One stop flights operate from Gatwick to Tobago. Thomas Cook are starting non-stop from Manchester this winter. Average October-March temperatures are 30-31C. 

Zanzibar: Will you do the Fandango?

Some names just sound exotic and a winter trip to coastal Tanzania brings you to Zanzibar. This offshore group of Indian Ocean islands is famous for white powdery beaches, a relaxed vibe and the birthplace of Freddie Mercury. 

You will not get bored of these beaches but for a change you could learn to dive. Turn the trip into a multi-centre by adding a Safari on the mainland for ultimate winter kudos.

GET THERE: One stop flights operate from Heathrow or Manchester to Zanzibar via Doha, Muscat, Nairobi or Dar es Salaam. Average October-March temperatures are 31-32C.

Thailand: Once more unto The Beach

Finally, for great weather and exceptional value for money, you really can’t go far wrong with Thailand. The Land of Smiles has stunning beaches and winter is the best time to go. Aim for Phuket, Krabi or Hua Hin before Christmas time. Add Koh Samui or Koh Phangan afterwards.

Combine the beaches with vibrant Bangkok, trekking in the north or nature in Khao Sok park. Learn diving, Thai cookery or Massage techniques. Then again, you could just relax on the beach and think of the frost at home..


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David Sutherland

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16 September 2016