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The promenade at Playa de las Vistas in southern Tenerife, with palms, cafés and the beach in the same afternoon

Destinations24 September 2026· 12 min read

Where to Go for Winter Sun: 7 Places for the Holiday You Actually Want

Seven winter sun destinations compared on January climate, sea temperature and flight time from London, with the nights and hotel questions that decide it.

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Escapada card: Europe at Christmas 2026, 13 cities scored — Vienna best all-round on 7.5, with Prague, Salzburg, Bruges and Zagreb still open after December 25

Destinations11 September 2026· 29 min read

Best Cities in Europe for Christmas 2026: Where to Go and When

Compare 13 European Christmas cities, editorial scores and verified 2026 market dates. Find a first trip, a family break or markets open after Christmas.

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Escapada card: the 12 best cities in Italy, scored on sights, food, crowds, cost, ease and reward — Naples first on 7.8, Venice last on 5.8

Destinations5 September 2026· 24 min read

The 12 Best Cities in Italy, Honestly Ranked

12 best cities in Italy ranked for sights, food, cost, crowds and ease. Which Italian city is best for a first trip, for food, for a weekend.

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