As we head in to the reality of chilly days and long nights, the lure of winter sun takes hold. Travel agency Hays Travel notes that the Canary Islands – the traditional winter sun destination for British heat-seekers – is still proving popular, along with Cape Verde and Asia , as well as Caribbean cruises. At a time when overtourism is become more apparent – as seen in the Canary Islands protests last weekend – and the quest to visit destinations before everyone else cottons on is more attractive than ever, some interesting alternatives to mainstays such as the Canaries and Gulf states are coming into focus.
Here is where to consider seeking heat before the crowds descend...
Sri Lanka back on the map Holidays to Sri Lanka are experiencing a sharp rise in demand this winter, according to Intrepid Travel , as the island recovers from economic crisis and welcomes a new left-wing president. This spring, the Foreign Office finally lifted its “outdated” advice against travel to Sri Lanka. “Sri Lanka has reached the top five of our most-booked countries this month [October], compared with 19th last year,” reports Intrepid’s UK director, Hazel McGuire.
Earlier this month, Sri Lanka introduced a visa-free policy for tourists from the UK for stays of up to 30 days, making this winter an attractive proposition for sun, with dry and warm weather across the country. It is also excellent value for British visitors. While sterling will buy slightly less this winter than l.
