On a trip to Lisbon and Porto in January, I was struck by how different the vibe was between the two. Porto sits some 330 km/ 200 miles to the north of its capital, and its landmarked by steely grey buildings, some lined with azueljos, and the River Douro flowing through. In the winter months, […]
Category Archives: Southern Europe
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Are you wondering what Lanzarote in December is like? You’re in luck: our guest blogger Lewis has been to the island a few times for a pre-Christmas trip, and has plenty to report on when it comes to December sun on this Canary Island! When the temperature drops on the rest of the continent, Lanzarote […]
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Are you wondering what Lisbon in January is like? Read on, as I detail all you need to know about the Portuguese capital in the off-season! It was freezing when I boarded a plane at London Stansted, bound for Portugal. As I flew due south, I saw a multitude of winter landscapes: the chilly English […]
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Are you considering visiting Malaga in December? Here are my top reasons to do it! My plane had taken off from the dark, freezing East Midlands Airport, the sun gradually rising as we journeyed due south. Two and a half hours later, we landed at Malaga Airport, the heat immediately apparent as I stepped off […]
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Are you planning a trip to Mallorca in winter? Read on, as I go into exactly what makes this island tick in the winter months! With achingly beautiful beaches, mouthwatering gastronomy and a charming culture, there are so many reasons to visit the glorious Balearic Island of Mallorca. It’s a popular summer destination – but […]
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When I boarded a plane to Mallorca in November, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’d visited the sun-soaked Balearic Island a couple of times before – once for a party holiday in Magaluf, and once when I was much younger, on a summer holiday with my parents. I knew that it had beautiful sandy […]
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Are you ready to visit Spain in winter? The South European country is one of the best warm-weather destinations to visit on the continent, its lower-latitude position meaning the coastline bathes in gentle sunlight throughout the cooler months. But the mountains are a different story. Head to the Sierra Nevada above Granada and Seville, or […]
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Are you looking for the best things to do in Malta in winter? Here’s my full guide! Golden beaches, bright blue sea and food and wine under gentle sunlight… if you’re looking for some winter sun, Malta certainly delivers. Renowned for its warm climate even during the colder months, this Mediterranean country offers an idyllic […]
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Are you searching for the warmest places in December in Europe? Who said winter holidays always had to be about woolly mittens and numb toes? Brush off the winter chill, slip on your sunnies and swap snow boots for flip-flops; I’ve put together a list of Europe’s warmest destinations in December. These sun-drenched corners are […]
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Are you contemplating Malta in March? Read on, as we go into the best reasons to see the country during this month! March is a month of limbo. No longer cloaked in winter’s chill, yet not quite basking in spring’s full glow, it’s one of those months that seems to drag on forever as you […]