Add thelocalreport.in As A Trusted Source
As the coolness of autumn sets in, the heat of summer soon becomes a distant memory.
With the season now fully upon us, the urge to head to sunny climes for a vacation has become stronger. We’ve compiled some of the best options for a winter break.
These destinations promise pleasant temperatures, clear blue skies and equally alluring blue seas.
mid-haul
on the southeast coast of Arabian Peninsula, oman It has a blend of diverse landscapes, pristine beaches, ancient forts, rich culture and renowned hospitality. Temperatures can be extreme in summer so winter is a pleasant time to visit, with highs around 26C in December.
There is also plenty to offer for adventurous travellers, with excellent diving, fishing and sailing opportunities, as well as mountain ranges – the Hajar Mountains being the most prominent – and Wadi Ghul, known as the ‘Grand Canyon of Arabia’. You can visit Nizwa, the birthplace of islam In Oman and visit the Old City of Muscat with its centuries-old city walls, the magnificent Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and the 200-year-old souq.
How to plan a trip:
Wexas Travel (wexas.com020 8125 4219) offers eight-day luxury Oman: Muscat and mountain tours from £3,620 per person. The price includes flights from the UK, private transfers, three nights (half board) at the Alila Jabal Akhdar Hotel; 4WD Tour, four nights at Shangri-La Al Bandar Resort (B&B) and half day Muscat city tour.
Essaouira, morocco,morocco
on morocco atlantic The coast, Essaouira offers a relaxing alternative rather than the frenetic marrakech (But can easily be included in a single trip with the city taking less than three hours). With reliable winds, Essaouira is a popular spot for surfers and windsurfers, there is a vibrant arts and music scene, as well. UNESCO-Listed Medina. Maximum temperatures in December hover around 20°C, so it’s an ideal time to wander the winding streets lined with buildings adorned with blue shutters, and colorful clothes and handmade handicrafts hanging for sale.
How to plan a trip:
Ocean Vagabond, a four-star boutique hotel in Essaouira, aims to blend Moroccan charm with modern comfort. Prices are from £178pp (based on two adults and two children) for three nights on 28 November, including flights London (all inclusive), at lastminute.com,
tenerife,tenerife and la gomera
You’ve probably heard of ever-popular Tenerife – with the UNESCO city of San Cristóbal de la Laguna, the Anaga Biosphere Reserve and the volcanic Mount Teide – but its lesser-known Canary island neighbor La Gomera also has plenty to offer nature lovers. This hidden, little-traveled gem, the second-smallest of the main islands of the Canaries, is an easy boat trip from Tenerife. Temperatures in these parts hover around 19 to 23C, which is perfect for being active, including hiking through the cloud forests of Garajonay National Park.
How to plan a trip:
Mac Adventure (0141 530 5452, macsadventure.com) offer a seven-night self-guided island tour on a Tenerife and La Gomera holiday with route maps, an app and GPS Track, while your luggage is carried at each location, so you can travel with just one day sack. Prices range from £1,399 per person, including B&B accommodation, transfers and return ferry rides between the islands.
long run
fort myers, Florida,Florida
on the southwest coast of the southern state of FloridaFort Myers offers winter sun seekers with temperatures up to 24C in December and January. Famous for white sandy beaches, warm Gulf waters and excellent seafood, it has a slower pace of life, with nature and wildlife abundant on its doorstep. Hop on a boat to Cabbage Key or Useppa Islands (which are accessible), or cross a bridge to quiet Pine Island and Bokelia – with fishing opportunities, art galleries and the rich indigenous history of the Calusa people. Meanwhile Sanibel and Captiva Islands offer quaint villages and impressive beaches. Expect to see osprey, dolphins, manatees and sea turtles here.
How to plan a trip:
tampa airport is convenient for passengers from Londonwith five weekly British Airways Flights from Gatwick – followed by a two-hour drive to Fort Myers. seven nights The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village From £923 per person, including return flights london gatwick To Tampa International Airport, departure January 10, 2026. Flight prices start from £390pp.
Saint Lucia
Think of St. Lucia and its two famous jagged mountains, the Pitons, probably come to mind (and they are well worth a visit) but it is the gorgeous Eastern Caribbean The island is also home to luscious rainforests, dramatic waterfalls and volcanic beaches. Its coral reefs offer excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities, you can visit hot springs, and immerse yourself in Creole culture, street parties, and food. Be sure to visit Pigeon Island, Mamiku Gardens and the iconic Sugar Beach for that all-important Piton photo.
How to plan a trip:
Sandals Regency La Toque (0800 597 0002 or sandals.co.uk) Located on a 220-acre property with a half-mile, crescent-shaped beach, 10 all-inclusive restaurants. Opening this winter are brand new Rondoval Butler Villas with private pools and some with private terraces for sunbathing and stargazing, and Boucan, a new shared-style restaurant that uses ancient techniques to prepare St Lucian products.
maldives,maldives
With 1,192 islands in the Maldives archipelago (about 200 of which are actually inhabited, and 100 developed into resorts) how do you choose which one to visit? This picture-perfect tropical destination may be famous for honeymooners and villas spanning the turquoise sea, but there’s much more to the Maldives than just relaxing on the beach and luxury. It is home to abundant wildlife and there is a major campaign to protect the coral reefs and aquatic species – and a cruise is an alternative way to see more of this unique country.
How to plan a trip:
See the country through new eyes on a Maldives snorkeling conservation cruise with Dive Worldwide. Aimed solely at snorkellers, cruises to the atolls of the Maldives take guests to either Hanifaru Bay and Ba Atoll for manta ray-focused trips, or to South Ari Atoll to swim with whale sharks, while learning about their behavior and how to swim safely and responsibly with these marine giants.
With a day dedicated to citizen science, and you’ll help collect data in the field for the Manta Trust or the Maldives Whale Shark Research Program. Prices start from £2,475pp based on two sharing, including seven nights’ liveaboard accommodation, all meals, snorkelling, island tours, guides, transfers and return flights from the UK with Dive Worldwide.diveworldwide.com01962 302087).