Top Ten Destinations For Late Deal Holidays
Having suffered one of the wettest summers ever recorded in the UK this year
, its no wonder that some of us feel cheated out of our summer holidays. With the thoughts of dark frosty mornings and long cold evenings ahead, more and more of us find these thoughts turning to the idea of looking for late deal holidays.A visit to a winter sun resort usually involves a long haul flight; however this doesnt always have to be the case. Cape Verde, Morocco and Egypt and are all within a 6 hour flight from the UK and are some of the best places to start looking for late deal holidays.
1.Cape Verde: Discover exotic beaches reminiscent of the Caribbean without the long flight. Cape Verde consists of ten small volcanic islands and five tiny islets and is located just off the West African coast (beneath the Canaries). Deserted beaches, baron landscapes lush green fields and spectacular mountain ranges combine to make these islands unique, diverse and spectacular to see. Whether its lively Santiago or the peaceful Boa Vista you choose to visit, late deal holidays to Cape Verde make the ideal winter destination.
2.Egypt: The breathtaking Red Sea region of Egypt is just a 5 hour flight from the UK, and offers vast sandy beaches, world class scuba diving and snorkelling sites and a fantastic selection of first class hotels. Although instantly known for its iconic pyramids, crumbling temples, meandering River Nile and vibrant markets, Egypt is also a country rich in beauty and warm in hospitality.
3.Morocco: Enjoying 300 days of sunshine a year, Morocco is located on the North West coast of Africa and is a colourful, aromatic mix of beautiful beaches, stylish architecture and captivating Kasbahs. Whether its a relaxing beach break in Agadir or city break to Marrakech, with just a three hour flight from the UK, Morocco is an excellent choice for late deal holidays this winter.
4.Goa: Goa is possibly at its best between October and February when youll be treated to a near perfect climate of hot, sunny days and refreshingly low humidity. Adjoining the Arabian Sea on the Indian coastline, this former Portuguese colony blends Asian culture with European trends perfectly and has long been a firm favourite with foreign tourists. The laid back pace of life reminiscent of its hippy heydays in the sixties is still very much in evidence today.
5.Kenya: Kenya has some of Africas greatest beaches and most beautiful scenery, from the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean to the tips of the majestic Mount Kenya, the landscape is breathtaking and abundant with fascinating wildlife and lush tropical plants. The rolling Savannah that rolls between is home to game parks such as Tsavo East and West, Masai Mara, Samburu and Amboseli, where you may even be lucky enough to see some of the most exciting wild animals in the world, all living in their natural habitat.
6.Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka has it allpalm fringed beaches, endless white sands, tropical flora and lush mountain greenery. A teardrop shaped island lying just off the main coast of India, it is a haven to bird sanctuaries and national parks where you can see wild boar, leopards and elephants enjoying everyday life. With seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites this fascinating island is the perfect paradise location for late deal holidays this winter.
7.St Lucia: One of the Caribbeans Windward Islands, St Lucia is wrapped on one side by the Caribbean Sea and the other by the Atlantic Ocean, and is a close neighbour of the Barbados. The volcanic island scenery is dominated by the twin peaks of the Pitons which offer amazing views of the bay below. Temperatures are often in the lower eighties during winter months making St Lucia the perfect late deal holidays destination.
8.Mexico: Attaching north to south, this Central American country is full of life and colour. Leisure time and families are the main priorities in Mexican life so you can be sure youll receive an unbelievably warm welcome from the locals here. Whilst still suffering from the side effects of the Swine Flu outbreak earlier this year, prices in Mexico are very reasonable in an effort to entice tourists back to its vibrant shores, so now is a great time to look for late deal holidays to Mexico.
9.Florida: Clearwater Beach is part of Floridas west coast and is perfectly situated for visits to Universal Studios and Disney World. In the Guinness World Record books for having the most consecutive sunny days (361) this record breaking town is the ideal winter sun destination with broad sandy beaches that stretch well into the shallow waters of the Gulf of Mexico, making it ideal for swimming.
10.Jamaica: Arguably the most colourful, and definitely the third largest of the Caribbean islands, this island is a riot of red, green and gold. The reggae beat lies at the very heart of this islands musical spirit, with the legendary bob Marley Museum one of its most iconic attractions. The effortless pace of life here, the soft sandy beaches, blue mountain peaks and vibrant tropical blooms help to create the perfect winter paradise. Peak season here is December through to April so kick off those shoes, feel the sand in your toes and get ready to dance to the soothing reggae beat.
So dont wait for summer to come round again next year, you might be waiting a long timelook for late deal holidays now and look forward to some relaxation and much needed winter sunshine, its a great chance to recharge your batteries and prepare for the imminent stresses of Christmas on an idyllic tropical beach. Whatever you are looking for, theres a hammock on a sunny beach out there with your name on it.
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