Time flies while you’re having fun, and unfortunately so does Summer!
Autumn is officially here - the nights are getting shorter, you’re putting your coat on again and the first few leaves are starting to fall from the trees. If you’re regretting not taking a break this summer or you’re ready to get back out again, there’s no better time to plan next year’s holiday than right now! Here are 20 of our favourite picks for breaks in 2020:
For sun-seekers:
Canary Islands – Sun, sea, and superb family attractions, with average temperatures of 22°C throughout the year, and highs of 28°C in the summer.
Cyprus – Over 300 days of sunshine per year! Explore stunning sandy coves and friendly tavernas with an average of 14 hours sunshine a day in the summer months.
Dominican Republic - A tropical paradise where lines of palm trees are scattered across 250 miles of beaches, with an average temperature of 25-28°C year-round.
Florida – They call it the “Sunshine State” for a reason! Florida is famous for its family attractions, but with 825 miles of beaches and highs of 33°C you don’t need to be a thrill-seeker to make the most of your visit!
To get away from the crowds:
Seychelles –The Seychelles consists of 115 islands, only 30 of which are inhabited, so you’re guaranteed to have a peaceful time at almost any beach resort!
Malaysia – Remote Malaysian islands make fantastic quiet beach holidays, with carefully concealed chalets and private waterfront restaurants.
Mauritius – A prime location for leisurely luxury, with 160km of coastline filled consisting of secluded beaches, lagoons and coral reefs.
Greece – The Greek people live their lives at their own pace, and peaceful resorts on islands like Ithaca really lean into the ethos of slow living.
For culture-seekers:
Paris – An overload of European culture, filled with modern art, fashion, film festivals, cinemas, shopping and food.
New York – The liveliest city in the western world, bursting with ultramodern architecture, an abundance of theatres and musical concerts, and a bustling nightlife.
Rome – Filled with mesmerizing art, bustling city life and ancient ruins that make you feel as though you’ve travelled back in time.
Barcelona – A City filled with middle-age architecture, exquisite Catalan cuisine and elegant wine and dine restaurants.
For nature explorers:
Norway - Glaciers, Mountains and Waterfalls, the Northern Lights, the Midnight Sun, the Fjords and quiet national parks make this country an absolute treat for the eyes.
Vietnam – A destination full of scenic and cultural delights, Ha Long Bay features a wide range of biodiversity and Son Doong Cave is the world’s largest natural cave filled with wildlife.
Australia – Home to some of the world's most distinctive and diverse natural environments, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the most stunning natural wonders to explore.
Sweden – Wilderness to the north, rolling countryside to the south, the Stockholm archipelago to the west and a rocky coastline with giant lakes to the east, Sweden has so much to explore!
For holidays a little closer to home:
Pembrokeshire, South Wales – A little bit of everything, from sandy beaches to miles of scenic coastal path, a few castles and even a theme park!
Llandudno, North Wales – The best preserved of the Victorian seaside destinations, and close to Snowdonia for vast areas of natural beauty and unique scenery.
The Peak District - Breath-taking views and fantastic opportunities for pastimes such as cycling, walking and wildlife watching.
Belfast, Northern Ireland – A vibrant city so packed with indoor and outdoor attractions that everyone will be happy, come rain or shine!