Winter Fun In The Sun

As the temperatures drop in the UK, it’s only natural to look abroad for a touch of winter sun. A cold winter, with predictions of minus 18C, was forecast by British Weather Services last week and if that’s not enough to send you running for the airport, what is? Luckily, winter sun getaways are cheaper than you might think, with some gorgeous locations and brilliant discounts to be found on ebookers.com

Mauritius

Luxury needed cost the Earth and the three-star Mauritius Le Grand Bleu Hotel starts from just 44 pounds per room per night. It’s a fairytale setting, tucked away in the picturesque fishermen village of Trou Aux Biches in the north east of the island. The Mauritius Le Grand Bleu Hotel is ideal for couples and perhaps the setting for a pre-Christmas proposal, too?
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Cape Town

Cape Town enjoys temperatures of around 22 degrees – the perfect escape from grey Britain. The Southern Sun Cape Sun is popular with business travellers but luxurious enough for an indulgent break away, too. The gym includes and splash pool and you can expect to pay around 127 pounds per room per night this time of year.
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Dubai

Dubai may have a glamorous reputation but it’s not overly expensive to enjoy some winter sun. The Arabian Courtyard Hotel and Spa is opposite the Dubai Museum and has won awards for its Arabic-style facilities. This award-winning hotel is also in the ideal location for shopping, close to the Meena Bazar Overall. Rooms start from 84 pounds per night.
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Phuket

Go for a tropical Thai winter with a stay at the Deevana Patong Resort & Spa Phuket. It is a luxury oasis with rooms from just 16 pounds per night, set among 12 acres of secluded tropical gardens in Patong Beach. You can chill on the beach or head off for something a bit livelier with Patong’s world-renowned nightlife within walking distance. Room service, spa and restaurants are extra.
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Suzi Dixon is a freelance travel and finance journalist, and is a brand ambassador for www.mytravelmoney.co.uk