Guest post by James from flight comparisson site Skyscanner in which he offers his suggestions about where to go on holiday and find some respite from winter in the UK
The tinsel has been packed away and you’ve made your New Year resolutions, it’s only natural that you may end up feeling a little blue – especially if the weather is typically dreary in your part of the world. Instead of sinking into January-related gloom, why not make sure you have a holiday to look forward to? There’s always something fun going on somewhere, and if you’re anything like me, you’ll welcome the chance to banish those January cobwebs.
Egypt
With an average 8 hours of sunshine and temperatures of 21 degrees, Egypt is a great place to explore during January. Due to the recent unrest, flights to Egypt are often discounted and there are plenty of bargains to be had. If beaches are your thing, head to the south for resorts in relaxing destinations like Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh, but personally I prefer mixing in a little sightseeing, and would be tempted by a Nile cruise or a trip to see the Giza Pyramids for myself.
Canary Islands
Boasting toasty January temperatures and plenty of family friendly fun, the Canary Islands are a great choice for perking up winter spirits. Get active and try your hand at hiking, paragliding or water sports or leave the kids at home and enjoy sun and relaxation on one of the islands’ many golf courses. Each of the islands is unique, and I’d love the chance to have fun on each and every one – that’s my holidays for the next few years sorted I suppose.
Swiss Alps
Escape slush and rain and replace it with crisp snow on the Swiss Alps. January is the perfect time for a skiing holiday, as the slopes tend to be fairly quiet. And if, like me, you’re not exactly an expert skier, you’ll be able to stretch your legs anyway with scenic hiking trips among the Alps.
Australia
The sun is typically shining strongly when January rolls around, making it a great place to visit if you’re starved of good weather. Time your trip so you’re there at the end of the month, and you’ll get to take part in the Australia Day celebrations – excellent for all ages. With plenty of backpackers jetting off down under, flights to Sydney and Melbourne are particularly in demand in the first few months of the year. Bear this in mind when looking for cheap flights.
Florida
January will soon be looking a lot brighter if you book a holiday to Florida. Get ready for cuteness overload at Disneyworld or hold on to your hat for the rides at the Orlando theme parks. Florida can be a fairly pricey holiday destination, seeing as it’s so popular with tourists, so you may want to hunt for cheap flights and book plenty of time in advance to cut your bills.
