The Scotsman

Top 5 destinatio­ns for winter fun

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SHORT DAYS, long and dark evenings, cold, wet and windy weather. This is what we have to look forward to now that winter is upon us.

Some might love the darker nights, the perfect excuse to cosy up with a good book, endless bowls of soup and cups of tea.

While others will be holding on to the faint memories of warmer days and sunny nights.

If you’re longing for some warm weather, why not look into booking a winter getaway? We have a list of destinatio­ns you might want to consider. From far flung destinatio­ns, to some closer to home, here you’ll find options to cover every basis.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA One of South Africa’s capital cities, Cape Town shares the same time zone as us, which makes jet lag unlikely.

Ideal for an adventure packed trip, including a cable car ride up Table Mountain, penguin spotting at Boulders Beach or going up Lion’s Head. LANZAROTE, CANARY ISLANDS Associated as a great summer destinatio­n, Lanzarote is also an excellent choice as a winter sun destinatio­n.

Timanfaya National Park is a must see, as well as Museo Atlantico, an underwater museum with some interestin­g creations by local architect César Manrique.

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES With temperatur­es exceeding 40C in summer, visiting this stunning city in winter might be the solution.

Take a boat ride along the Dubai Creek, and make sure you visit the Burj Khalifa – to date the tallest building in the world.

CANGGU, BALI, INDONESIA

If you want to relax and step away from the hustle and bustle

of nightlife happy Seminyak and Kuta, then Canggu is the spot for you.

Just a few miles up the coast, you can chill at one of the many beach clubs, yoga dens and hip galleries.

FUNCHAL, MADEIRA Sitting close to the Canary

Islands, this tiny island is a great option for anyone not looking to travel far.

Enjoy the volcanic rock, amazing hiking routes and dolphin watching.

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