December
One of the best places to get away from the depths of a British winter, Mexico has a delicious combo of top class beach hotels, a smattering of some of the best ancient sites anywhere in Latin America and an excellent climate in December.
Closer to home, and with a climate described as ‘Eternal Spring’, Madeira is one of the best short haul winter sun escapes (with The Canary Islands, Morocco and Egypt). Even if you find yourself in clouds, Madeira’s weather is very localised so one valley down could be glorious. This is also the month to enjoy snowy Christmas markets across northern Europe, and the sophisticated festive funfair at Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen.
Finally, you could make like ‘When Harry Met Sally’ by celebrating New Year in New York. Time Square is the venue for the traditional countdown to midnight but being anywhere on Manhattan is memorable as the city celebrates in its own inimitable style.
Trips
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Bocas del ToroPanamaPanama's little-known idyllic Caribbean archipelago of picture postcard tropical islands is easily accessible from the mainland. |
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Botswana AdventureBotswanaBotswana is a perfect destination for those in search of a real African adventure. |
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