Average temperature in Morocco in January: Around 20°C.
Alluring, romantic and brimming with culture, we think Morocco is a fabulous destination for a weekend getaway this winter. Morocco, or ‘the kingdom of light’ will easily make you forget the bleak UK, plus, short-haul flights to Morocco are cheaper than most other destinations on this list, so better get booking now.
Where to stay in Morocco
We like Riad Elegancia, part of Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts, which sits at the centre of the red city’s buzzing medina. A quick walk from the vibrant Jemaa el-Fna, this charming 11-room boutique hotel is an intimate hideaway and a perfect base for exploring all of Morocco’s cultural sites. Foodies will enjoy the Moroccan cookery classes at La Maison Arabe’s cookery school, which is the riad’s sister property and is home to one of the city’s firs cookery schools.
Book a stay at Caravan Agafay if you’re looking for a winter sun getaway that’s a little less ordinary. Celebrating nomadic Bedouin cultures and communal living, this incredible glamping experience is perfect for travellers looking to get lost in Moroccan culture and history. There is an outdoor cinema, yoga/wellness centre as well as lasers and telescopes perfect for stargazing.
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10. Cape Town
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Average temperature in Cape Town in January: Highs of 40°C.
A favourite in many bucket lists, Cape Town is a destination that will take your breath away at any time of year. January is the driest and warmest month of the year with plenty of sunshine to go around, so you can hang out in Boulders Beach or take the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. Plus, from November there are a choice of daily direct flights from both British Airways and Virgin Atlantic making it one of the best value long haul winter sun destinations on our list.
Located in the picturesque V&A Waterfront, newly refurbished One&Only Cape Town is the perfect luxury hotel to explore Cape Town’s vibrant cultural scene or enjoy its bustling nightlife. The hotel boasts panoramic views of Table Mountain National Park and has an outdoor infinity pool and sun lounger terrace perfect for catching the rays.
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