Alright, while the cold hasn’t really set in, that doesn’t mean we aren’t looking out at the ever darkening horizon and dreaming of a warm holiday.
And by the time Christmas rolls around, all that running around, wrapping presents and cooking can get too much. Never fear, there are plenty of destinations you can jet off to from Luton for a bit of sun this winter.
Imagine waking up somewhere with mild temperatures, exploring new streets, or simply soaking up the sunshine instead of scraping ice off your car. Even a few days of warmth and brightness can make the festive season feel lighter and more relaxed.
People are drawn not just to the weather, but to the chance to recharge, try new foods, and create memories in a completely different setting. It’s a way to slow down, escape the hustle, and enjoy Christmas on your own terms.
So if the UK weather has got you down, a little sunshine might be exactly what you need to finish the year on a high note.
1. Paphos
Our first Cypriot city entry on the list is Paphos. Get there in four and a half hours and enjoy weather warm enough to relax on the beach or pool - with an average high of 19 degrees in December. Photo: Andrew Redington
2. Tenerife
Promising some heat from nearby Africa, Tenerife is hot enough to kick back on the beach - with an average high of 20 degrees. As expected for December, you should still pack some warmer things to wrap up with when you’re out at night. From Luton, direct flights take around four hours and 35 minutes. Photo: DESIREE MARTIN
3. Rhodes
Rhodes has a nearly 70 per cent chance of it being a perfectly sunny day, and only 33 per cent chance of seeing some clouds. December is one of the coldest months for this Greek island, but that doesn’t stop it from getting to 16 degrees on good days. The fastest direct flight time is four hours and 15 minutes. Photo: Dan Kitwood
4. Palma de Mallorca
In less than two and a half hours you could be in Palma de Mallorca. You’ve got a 56 per cent chance of having a perfect sunny day on the island, and with an average high temperature of 17 degrees, you’re in for some lovely and mild days away. Photo: JAIME REINA