Chase the winter sun.

Europe’s #1 winter sun — 22°C in January, Mount Teide, whale watching and 300 sunny days. Stay south for guaranteed warmth.

A mini continent — Saharan dunes, Las Canteras city beach, and Roque Nublo. Warmest Canary average in December.

Pearl of the Atlantic — levada hikes, Cabo Girão skywalk, and Europe’s most spectacular NYE fireworks. 20°C winters.

2.5 hrs from London — empty cliff beaches, peak golf season, and February almond blossom. Ideal for walks, not sunbathing.

Nine UNESCO sites, Baroque Valletta, and Europe’s warmest capital in winter. English spoken; drives on the left.

Warmest mainland European city — Alcázar, flamenco and tapas at 15°C without summer crowds. 2.5 hrs from London.

Volcanic moonscapes, César Manrique architecture, and wine from ash pits. Among Europe’s warmest in January at 21°C+.

340 sunny days — flamingos at Larnaca, Roman mosaics in Paphos, and ski + beach on the same January day.