Destinations in Europe to enjoy winter holidays with sunshine, blue sky and mild temperatures.
Fortunately, we Europeans do not need to go far to find a few rays even in the darkest months. The southern regions of Europe offer plenty of blue skies, sunshine and mild (if not entirely tropical) temperatures. Plus, traveling at this time means that accommodation and car rental can be inexpensive, while the beaches and local attractions are wonderfully empty. Below you will find some of the best and sunniest places for winter holidays in Europe.
Malta
In Malta it can be very hot in summer, however, the cooler days of winter, when temperatures rarely drop below 10°C, are ideal for exploring. Climbing and hiking are especially enjoyable in the off-season, as the landscape is at its greenest. Do not miss a visit to Mdina (Mdina) for romantic strolls.
Algarve, Portugal
With more than 300 days of sunshine a year and 87 Blue Flag beaches, the Algarve is the most popular destination for soaking up the sun, even in winter. At this time, waterfalls regain their «life» in the Serra de Monchique mountain range (Serra de Monchique). Even the popular beach, Quinta do Lago, is calm at this time of year, which means you will manage to relax. If you can handle the sea temperature, it is also the season to surf.
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