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Wonderful things to do in Malaga in winter: sun & history!

Winter sunshine? Check. Centuries of fascinating history? Check. More tapas than you can physically consume? Check. There are so many reasons to visit Malaga in winter. This glorious Andalucian city sits at the very bottom of Spain – nearly as far south as you can get in continental Europe. Malaga basks in over 300 days […]

Wonderful Places to Visit in Portugal in Winter (plus tips)

This pic shows huge red christmas ball in centre of lisbon. Image shows Illuminated night view of Lisbon city in Christmas , Lisbon Portugal. The Pic is taken in January 2020 in lisbon.

Are you planning on visiting Portugal in the winter? One of the best winter sun destinations in Europe, this Southern European country has a mild climate and plenty of year-round things to do.  My first trip to Portugal was on the first week of January one year when I left the frosty UK in the […]

Epic Things to do in Dubrovnik in Winter (Plus Day Trips!)

Beautiful romantic old town of Dubrovnik during sunset.

Are you heading to Dubrovnik in winter?  The gorgeous Croatian city is famous for its fascinating history and charming old town. In fact, the entire city is a UNESCO site that looks like it has been frozen in time. In the summer season, Dubrovnik is brimming with tourists, so much so that it’s tough to […]

Things to do in Lisbon in Winter (Plus Full Travel Guide)

Lisbon, Portugal skyline at Sao Jorge Castle at sunset.

Are you interested in visiting Lisbon in winter? It’s one of my favourite cities in Europe (if not my favourite!) – and I actually prefer it in winter than summer! Read on to find out why! Whenever I land in Lisbon, I immediately feel completely enamoured. The colourful winding streets of the Alfama area with […]

Incredible things to do in Antalya in winter (travel guide)

Panoramic view of Antalya Kaleici Old Town with the Clock Tower, Yivli Minaret, Tekeli Mehmet Pasa mosque, Mediterranean Sea and the Taurus Mountains in background, Turkey

With miles of golden beaches, brilliantly blue Mediterranean water, incredible ancient ruins and mild weather, Antalya in winter is a delight. Antalya is a southern coastal city of Turkey and is one of the nation’s top tourist destinations, thanks to its great climate, outstanding natural beauty and range of attractions. Most of these incredible attractions […]

Turkey in Winter: Best Places to Visit and Things to do

Panoramic bird view of Antalya and Mediterranean seacoast and beach with a paraglider, Antalya, Turkey, Autumn

With centuries of fascinating history, some of the world’s best architecture, epic nature and mouthwatering cuisine, Turkey is one of the best countries to visit any time of year. While many tourists visit the beaches in the summer, there are countless things to do in Turkey in winter. Go skiing in the mountains, hike through […]

Gorgeous Places to Visit in Gran Canaria in Winter

Beautiful view of amazing tropical scenery with exotic palm trees and mountain valleys above wide open sea in golden evening light at sunset with blue sky and clouds in summer, Canary Islands, Spain

Are you looking for tips on visiting Gran Canaria in winter? Read on for all the information you need! If you’re looking to escape Northern Europe or North America for some winter sun, there’s nowhere better than the Canary Islands.  Gran Canaria is the second largest, most famous for its warm weather attractions like  Aqualand […]

Things to do in Izmir in Winter (Full Travel Guide!)

Awesome aerial view of scenic coastline of Izmir, Turkey. The Gulf of Izmir on the Aegean Sea is visible at the left. Amazing cityscape. The city is a popular tourist destination in Turkey.

Are you looking for things to do in Izmir in winter? Read on to find out the best all-weather attractions in this Turkish city.  Turkey’s third-largest city positioned on the coastline of the Aegean Sea, Izmir has natural beauty, warm weather and ancient history. It’s one of the oldest cities in Turkey, dating back all […]

Things to do in Kas in Winter: South Turkey in off-season!

View from the bird's eye of the Kas city, district of Antalya Province of Turkey, Asia. Colorful spring panorama of small Mediterranean yachting and tourist town.

Are you looking for things to do in Kas in winter? Read on – we’ve detailed all you need to know! Located on the tip of the Lycian peninsula in Turkey, Kas is a gorgeous little seaside town. Thanks to its perfectly blue waters, range of activities and day trips and incredible scenery, it’s a […]

37 Best Winter Sun Destinations in Europe

Historical Amalfi Old town on mediterranean Amalfi coast, Sorrento peninsula, Naples, Italy

Are you looking for winter sun destinations in Europe? Whether you want to stroll down the streets of Spain, take a trip to Turkey or catch some rays in Rhodes, there are quite a few destinations with warmer weather throughout the winter months.  How cold does Europe get in winter?  Before we begin, let’s make […]