Best holidays to book in January 2026

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Start 2026 the way you want to – with the holidays in January. skier Initial snowfall will have been recorded everywhere Alps this month, and expect conditions to persist into the low-season. If you’re looking for tropical warmth, head to the Indian Ocean or Caribbean Sea and soak up the soft sand. mauritius Or Grenada. The less-visited countries of Central America are coming on more people’s radar, so now is the time to visit.

but stay close to home cornwallExplore the dramatic Atlantic coast or the greenery of new forestIf you’re planning a big adventure, spend about three weeks traveling comfortably new zealandof the South Island, or let an expert guide you through the treasures of Oman. Wherever you decide to go on vacation in January, you’ll find some inspiration here.

France

Start the year on the pistes of Saint-Gervais, a pretty Belle Epoque spa town that shares the large ski area of Ives Mont-Blanc with neighboring Megève. Stay at Les Sources de Canopy, a brand new residence opening this season, located a three-minute walk from the alpine ski lifts. After a day on the slopes, relax in the wellness area with its indoor pool, sauna and hot tub. Peak Retreat From January 3, self-catered accommodation for a week in a studio starts from £944, including Le Shuttle crossing with a free FlexiPlus upgrade.

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mauritius

Step out of the Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa, and you’ll be on the powdery white sands of the sheltered Blue Bay Marine Park on the south-eastern coast of Mauritius. It is one of three beaches surrounding the resort’s 70 acres of gardens, which also include an outdoor pool and six restaurants. Beachcomber Tours Seven-night holidays starting on January 15 start from £1,870 per person, including flights, transfers, half-board accommodation and the option of free land and water sports.

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Accommodation at the Watergate Bay Hotel ,Anthony Greenwood,

embrace winter cornwallThe coast near Newquay, where Watergate Bay Hotel Offering a “Skate and Stay” package through January 11. Take a spin on the hotel’s ice-skating rink against the serene backdrop of Watergate Bay each day of your stay. The hotel also has a swim club with indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and treatment rooms, as well as a children’s area. Rooms start at £195 per night including breakfast in early January.

Grenada

Sugar-white sand and its dazzling blue Caribbean To wash away a gloomy January you need the sea, and Grenada delivers the goods. Kalinago Beach Resort has a dreamy location on Morne Rouge Beach, so you’ll get spectacular ocean views from your rooms and the pool terrace. Wed holidays From January 13, a seven-night break starts from £1,433pp, including flights and breakfast, or you can go all-inclusive for an extra £529pp.

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Learn about Guatemala this January ,Getty/iStock,

If Celebrity Race Across the World had you yearning for Central America, learn about two of its lesser-known countries on this 13-night classic Guatemala and Belize vacation. Rainbow TripsItineraries are tailor-made, but they are likely to include Guatemala’s beautiful city of Antigua, Lake Atitlan, Mayan ruins and tropical rainforests, before visiting the jungles, waterfalls, ancient ruins, beaches and reefs of Belize, Prices start from £3,795pp and include all flights, transfers, excursions and some meals,

new forest

Learn about the landscapes, villages and small towns of new forest Using New Park Farm Cottage as your base. This beautiful cottage is set on 250 acres of farmland between Brockenhurst and Lyndhurst, and sleeps five people in three bedrooms (two doubles and one single). After a long walk in the woods, warm up by the wood-burning stove. subsidiary holidays From January 9, rent for a week has been reduced from £709 to £666, and one well-behaved dog is welcome.

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new zealand

This 20-night quest new zealandPowered by South Island Self-Drive Holidays inspiring journey The stuff of dreams. Prepare to be taken in by spectacular views as you explore the South Island’s main attractions – Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu, Mount Cook, Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Tasman Glacier Lake, among many others – while staying in boutique hotels, tranquil lodge retreats and lake cruise ships. Prices start from £8,820pp and include flights, transport, car hire and accommodation.

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get under the skin of oman With a guided tour led by an expert that can bring a deep insight into the history and culture of the country. martin randall travel The 11-day tour, led by Dr Richard McCleary, an expert on Islamic art and architecture from the University of York, runs from January 23, including visits to the inland forts of Muscat, Nizwa and Jabrin, little-known architectural sites, the Wahiba sand forests, the beaches of Salalah and more. Prices start from £6,110 per person and include flights, all transportation, accommodation, most meals, all excursions and tips.

Mary Novakovich is editor at large 101holidays.co.uk

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