35 h. ago The six warmest holiday destinations in Spain for winter sun

Britain might be chilly, but you can still enjoy balmy weather on the Iberian peninsula

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35 h. ago The holiday island that’s more than just winter sun and stunning views

The largest of the Canary Islands offers more than just winter sun, writes Aine Fox

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2 d. ago Here are some cities that have the longest days to make for a better January holiday

Beat the post-Christmas blues with these sun-drenched destinations that promise winter warmth

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3 d. ago Beach resort with 'best chance for sunshine', 30C weather and £43 flights

If you're seeking a winter sun getaway, Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt offers beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife and warm January weather just over five hours from the UK

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3 d. ago Beach town with 'best chance for sunshine' has 30C weather and £52 Manchester flights

Sharm El Sheikh offers sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters and stunning natural landscapes perfect for a winter sun escape

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4 d. ago How holidaymakers can save hundreds by taking advantage of Egypt's 'second summer'

New research shows that holidaymakers could save £300 by pushing their winter sun break back a couple of months.

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4 d. ago Winter sun flights to US from Canada slashed as tourists shun Trump

The equivalent of 5,000 aircraft seats a day have been switched to other destinations

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5 d. ago The best holidays to book for February 2026, from winter sun destinations to Austrian ski slopes

Here are some holiday ideas to inspire travel in the final month of winter

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6 d. ago The overlooked winter sun destination with direct flights from Manchester named ‘one to watch’ for 2026

Travel association ABTA has named its top ten hidden gems for the year ahead

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6 d. ago Beautiful European destination with 'the best beaches' and £29 flights

Portugal's Algarve region offers warm temperatures, beautiful beaches and budget-friendly options for UK holidaymakers seeking winter sun

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8 d. ago Freedom from China? The mine at the centre of Europe’s push for rare earth metals

Swedish producer is trying to to accelerate the process of extracting the elements vital for hi-tech productsIt is deep winter with temperatures dropping to -20C. The sun never rises above the horizon, instead bathing Sweden’s most northerly town of Kiruna in a blue crepuscular light, or “civil twilight” as it is known, for two or three hours a day stretching visibility a few metres, notwithstanding heavy snow.But 900 metres below the arctic conditions, a team of 20 gather every day, forgoing the brief glimpse of natural light and spearheading the EU’s race to mine its own rare earths. Despite identification of several deposits around the continent, and some rare earth refineries including Solvay in France, there are no operational rare earth mines in Europe. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Best Tui deals for winter sun holidays – starting from £309 per person

We’ve rounded up Tui’s best winter sun destinations for 2026

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9 d. ago We've hunted down Zara Tindall's exact floral dress from the Ashes

If you're jetting off in search of winter sun - or simply daydreaming about warmer days ahead - Zara Tindall's latest outfit is well worth noting.

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1 week ago Spanish holiday hotspots issue warning after tourists suffer severe spider bites

Multiple people across various destinations in Spain have been bitten by a Mediterranean violin spider, with one even losing two fingers.

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1 week ago The winter sun holiday destinations that are only a few hours away

These winter sun destinations are perfect for beating the winter blues – and take only a few hours to fly to

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1 week ago Five places that are 20C or higher in January you can fly to from Manchester Airport

Escape the UK's freezing-cold temperatures with a winter sun getaway

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1 week ago The best holidays to book for February 2026, from warm seas in the Maldives to Austrian ski slopes

Yearning to dust off your snow boots or relax in some far-flung winter sun? Here are some holidays to inspire travel in the final month of winter

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2 w. ago 7 warm destinations that reach over 22C in January recommended by a travel expert

From Thailand to Barbados, a travel content creator shares top winter sun destinations with temperatures ranging from 21 to 30C to beat the British chill.

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2 w. ago The best winter sun holiday destinations less than six hours from the UK

From Malta to Morocco, these are some of the warmest places to beat the winter blues

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2 w. ago Myleene Klass, 47, puts on a sexy display in an animal print bikini as she soaks up winter sun after ringing in the New Year with her rarely

The presenter, 47, stunned her followers on Friday as she shared a selection of pictures by the pool whilst soaking up the winter sun.

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