Is it Time for a Winter Break? Top Long-Haul Winter Sun Hotspots for 2021
Check out our favourite four sunny destinations around the globe which will provide a welcome source of vitamin D during the gloomy winter months.
Christmas is approaching and the dreaded January blues will soon follow, and with many global destinations ready to welcome back visitors, we think it’s a perfect time to make some travel plans and have something special look forward to this winter. Let us help you visit your dream destination and transport you away from the rain, cold, and wind for some sunshine, beaches, and pools somewhere tropical, with a cocktail/mocktail in hand.
Antigua
How about a paradise holiday to the Caribbean this winter? Antigua is a gorgeous Caribbean island boasting secluded coastlines, award-winning luxury accommodation, charming harbours, pristine coral reefs with prime marine life viewing, and thrilling water sports including kayaking and windsurfing. From Antigua you could take a daytrip to its sister island Barbuda, which is best known for its pink sand beach - imagine the Instagram worthy photos you could take here! Antigua is best visited between December and April, the driest period with daily temperature averages of around 28.5°C - perfect for a sizzling hot winter sun break!
Cuba
Elsewhere in the Caribbean is Cuba, offering blissful beaches and thrilling water adventures. Cuba stands out with its vibrant culture that consists of a booming live music scene, plenty of rum, and the smell of cigars, and the island also has an interesting and rich history that has been well-preserved; cities look as though they have stood still in time here, with vintage car rides to enjoy and colonial landmarks to marvel at. Havana, the Cuban capital is particularly colourful, with lots of epic sightseeing attractions including the famed Plaza de la Revolucion.
Dubai
How about a city break and beach escape rolled into one? Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is one of the trendiest cities in the world, boasting an impressive skyline of skyscrapers, top-class hotels, and mega shopping malls, not to mention cutting edge museums, a pristine stretch of coastline, and boundless leisure attractions offering fun for all ages. There’s also a charming historic side to Dubai, with traditional souks, centuries old neighbourhoods, and heritage buildings which have been converted into shops and restaurants. With year-round sunny weather, Dubai is the perfect choice for your winter holiday.
Maldives
It doesn’t get more idyllic than the Maldives. This Indian Ocean archipelago is the ultimate bucket list destination with secluded coastlines and opulent beach resorts, many of which have water villas looking out over the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. If you feel like some exploration on your holiday, you could spend the day at Malé, the Maldivian capital for some cultural immersion and sightseeing. Winter is a prime time to visit the Maldives, with hot sunny weather to look forward to. Picture it, arriving home with sun-kissed skin, souvenirs from paradise, and a bunch of incredible travel memories.
Which destination sounds like your cup of tea? We offer flights and holiday packages to each of these awesome winter sun destinations, so do get in touch and we’ll be happy to help get you exploring the globe again (please refer to the government website for official travel advice from the UK - the above destinations are currently on the UK travel corridors list, though this could be subject to change, and each destination will have its own travel requirements upon arrival which may include PCR testing and Covid-19 negative certificates).
