binkylilyput Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 I really fancy b*ggering off over the festive period to soak up some sun. I'm considering Thailand as it's accessible, easy and cheap (once you get there) but am looking for other suggestions and recommendations.Where have people been for a sunny break over Christmas and/ or New Year? Was it worth it or better to wait a few weeks and go later in January when it is cheaper?Any tips on where to look for good flight deals? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malumbu Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Short trips - Morocco including Essaouira on the coast Granada or Seville (nice in Xmas in Spain, much less commercial and things generally open apart from Xmas eve evening). All t-shirt weather in the day http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/africa/morocco/essaouira/articles/essaouira-morocco-holiday-what-to-see-and-do/Long haul, India, Cuba, Sri Lanka, Viet Nam, but need a few weeks. Check with Thompson or Jules Verne for specials and cheapies eg GoaGreat to be away from all the nonsense in the UK at Xmas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigello Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Try the Canaries for temps around 18C or more. It doesn't sound a lot but it's much warmer - and, importantly, lighter and drier - than the UK and only four hours away. Lanzarote is a good choice as there's less development and the attractions of the local boy made good, the artist Miro'. easyJet goes to Tel Aviv, so there's always that but it's likely to be more expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mancity68 Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Arizona, especially Tucson. Only downside is short days. And - at present - the politics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flocker spotter Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 We did Xmas in Barbados a couple of years ago. Great week away - especially if you wish to escape the Xmas trappings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Medic Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I've been to Miami Beach a few times in December. Quite liked the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binkylilyput Posted September 5, 2017 Author Share Posted September 5, 2017 Ooh I'd not considered USA....admittedly the politics put me off! But I'm also sunshine chasing so wondering what weather I can expect in Tucson or Miami?Yes, Lanzarote is great for weather, have been a number of times but I guess I'm looking for potential sea swimming and 18C too cold for me to do that!Thanks for the travel website tips malumbo, will take a look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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