Winter Sun Destinations

As the nights draw in and the winter chill starts to bite, you might start itching for a bit of fun in the sun.

And why not? There are plenty of places in the world still blessed with unbeatable weather whilst you sit shivering at home, and some of them are closer than you think.

Aside from the usual long-haul destinations, look to parts of Southern Europe and Africa  for sun-soaked beaches in winter, and you'll find low crowds, cheap flights and some pretty comfortable temperatures to boot.

Plus with more and more hostels and budget rooms springing up in 'luxury' destinations like the Caribbean and Hawaii, a winter beach break doesn't have to break the bank.

So why not escape the winter blues and check out our top winter sun destinations: