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Travel InformationWinter holidays
Whether you’re looking for sun, ski or Santa, we’ve got you covered…
From winter warmers to wrap-up warmers
When it comes to winter holidays, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to our getaways. Fancy escaping the cold? We’ve got close-to-home favourites like the Canary Islands to far-flung destinations like the Maldives for some winter sun. If snow and ice are part of the appeal, then Iceland and Lapland are on the cards – you can even meet Santa at the latter. And don’t forget our Christmas market river cruises and city breaks to the likes of New York if you fancy something festive.
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Winter holiday types
Sun
Looking to escape the cold? You can get your vitamin D fix in a tonne of top-notch destinations across the globe, from closer-to-home favourites like the Canaries to far-flung paradises like the Caribbean.
Ski
Get the adrenaline going on our Crystal Ski holidays. Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran on the slopes, there are loads of resorts to choose from on our ski and snowboard holidays, so you can pick the one that’s right for you.
Santa
Feeling festive? Head to Lapland to meet Santa and his elves or check out our Christmas market breaks. On our river cruises, meanwhile, you can tick off multiple markets in the run-up to the big day in cities like Budapest and Vienna. Or, why not head to Iceland and look out for the northern lights.
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FAQs
Where is best to go on holiday in winter?
It all depends on what you’re after. For some winter sun, head further afield to the likes of Mexico and Jamaica. If you’re embracing the cold, meanwhile, the likes of Lapland and Iceland are two of the top winter destinations.
Where is hot and cheap in winter?
Some of the best deals can be found in the likes of Egypt and the Canary Islands, where you can expect temperatures to hover in the high teens and low 20s.
Where is good for winter sun?
Closer-to-home destinations like the Canaries usually stay warm year-round, while far-flung spots like the Maldives, Mauritius and the Caribbean are near-certainties for toasty temperatures.
Where in Europe is it warm in winter?
The Canary Islands are usually one of the warmest spots in Europe during the winter, with temperatures around 20°C. You can also expect temperatures in the high teens and low twenties in the likes of Madeira, Malta and Cyprus.
Which cities are best to visit in winter?
New York is a favourite over the festive period, while the likes of Cologne and Vienna are great for Christmas markets. You can visit them on a city break or as part of a TUI River Cruise.
Where is the most magical place to go to at Christmas?
Lapland probably tops the list of most magical places, with Santa and his reindeer on the agenda. New York’s another festive favourite, with the city getting even more of a glow-up than usual at this time of year.
Where is the prettiest place to visit at Christmas time?
Germany’s a firm favourite at this time of year, when mega markets in the likes of Cologne, Frankfurt and Nuremberg add some extra sparkle to the city centre.