If the colder weather is getting you down, summer is just a flight away.
If the colder weather and darker days have you down then it might be time to book a holiday.
If you’re craving a bit of Vitamin D, then this European holiday hotspot could be perfect for you with temperatures of 20C – even in November.
The Algarve in Portugal is a gorgeous region famed for its beautiful beaches and beautiful vineyards. The region is known for iconic spots like Praia da Marinha, Praia da Rocha, and Praia de Benagil.
Praia, which means beach in Portuguese, and these seaside destinations offer everything you want from a sunny autumn getaway including white sands, stunning rock formations and seaside cocktails.
It’s also got the benefit of being one of the cheaper holiday spots in Europe. Earlier this year, The Post Office crowned Algarve as Europe’s cheapest holiday spot and the fifth most affordable worldwide.
The Post Office Travel Money reports you can anticipate paying a mere £1.76 on average for a glass of wine – significantly cheaper than what you’d shell out for a serving of red or white back in the UK.
After spending the day sunning yourself and exploring, why not dip in to one of the many restaurants along the seaside and taste some Portuguese delicacies?
Local specialties include grilled sardines, cataplana (a seafood stew), and pastéis de nata, the delicious custard tarts that have been gaining prominence in the UK over the last few years. Pair it with an affordable glass of refreshing Vinho Verde or a robust red from the Douro.
Flights to the Algarve leave every day from airports across the UK and are cheaper in the off season with a return flight from London costing as little as £80. Ryanair is currently offering flights from London to Faro for £28 each way and easyJet has flights going for £32.
