5 affordable winter sun destinations

Ready to escape the cold with a sunny vaycay? Plan a holiday for some much-needed vitamin D! Ditch the autum/winter garms and head somewhere warm.

If you’re looking for some inspo, here are 5 destinations you should consider this winter…

1. Lanzarote

Think Spain, but moreee tropical. Lanza is around 22°C in the winter, and if you’re lucky, you can find super cheap flights from the UK. Enjoy pretty beaches and great aesthetic restaurants by the sea.

2. Morocco

Skip the summer crowds and enjoy temperatures around the 20°C mark, great for exploring. Morocco is known for being pretty budget-friendly, with tons of cool hostels and beaut markets to keep things affordable.

3. Portugal

The Algarve is where it’s at. Temps are around 11-18°C, but with quiet beaches and loads of student discounts on hostels, this region’s a gem. Flights here can also be cheap, and trust us, the sunsets are extremely ‘Gram worthy.

4. Egypt

Fancy visiting the Pyramids or diving into the Red Sea? With temperatures around 20-25°C, the weather is ideal in the winter. Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh are perf for a beachy break.

5. Cyprus

If you’re ready for some serious Mediterranean vibes, Cyprus is ideal in the winter months. The temperature is usually around 17-20°C, so you can sunbathe and chill with a new book without it being too hot—yes plz. Limassol and Paphos are popular and affordable locations with plenty of cafés, bars and restaurants.

Travel tips: how to make it cheaper

• Book your flights and hotel separately for extra discounts
• Be flexible about your dates dates
• Flights are generally cheaper when you book early
• Bring just a carry-on and avoid baggage fees

Save money on your winter holiday with UNiDAYS

• Hotels.com—10% Off
• Lastminute.com—£35 Off flight & hotel packages (£150 minimum spend)
• Contiki Holidays—£50 Off holidays
• Expedia—10% Off
• loveholidays—£30 Off holidays
• Hostelworld—8% Off hostel bookings

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