Escape from winter for little money: The 5 best sunbathing spots in the Mediterranean

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Winter has come, the days are short and grey. Also, most of the time, terrible weather ruins your mood. In short: In the dark season, you long for light and warmth. But sun seekers don’t need to sit on a plane for hours to get a dose of real sun. There are plenty of sunny destinations around the Mediterranean to lift your spirits; most of these can be reached in less than four hours by plane. Another plus: hotels are now available at affordable prices.

The island in the Eastern Mediterranean is a truly versatile island. Families can find beach bliss on long sandy beaches – even during the winter months when many tourists have long left the island (good season for bargains!). Attention: The coldest month is January, the average daytime temperature is 15 degrees, and in March and April, daytime temperatures rise up to 22 degrees in the summer months. Is this why Aphrodite, the goddess of love, the most beautiful woman of humanity, rose from the sea in Cyprus?

There’s 3,000 years of history to explore when it’s sunny and the weather cools down a bit. Whether Greek ruins, early Christian churches or Crusader castles: the diverse history of Cyprus is always our companion. Known? You can even ski on Mount Olympus in the interior of the island in winter.

The southernmost tip of Spain is a winter insider tip for sun lovers. The temperature here in January is around 15 degrees, but the sun shines from the blue sky for up to six hours a day. No wonder the beach here is called “Costa del Sol”, that is, the beach of the sun.

When it’s too cold for a swim, there’s world-class culture to experience alongside the laid-back southern Spanish lifestyle. None other than world explorer Christopher Columbus is buried in the Seville Cathedral. There are Moorish buildings to admire in the cities of Córdoba and Granada. Tip: If you don’t want to miss the skiing, you can take a short detour from Sunny Coast to Sierra Nevada.

Warning: Sicily is dangerous! Don’t worry, the legendary mafia is secretly plotting and providing holiday happiness to tourists. The mighty volcano Etna also growls quietly and only very rarely spews hot lava into the sky. Climbing the 3,323 meter high mountain is one of the highlights of a trip to Sicily.

No, Sicily is dangerous because the slow pace of life immediately creates a magical effect. In addition to endless beaches, the island is also notable for indescribable cultural monuments, from the ancient Greeks to the Baroque. And with plenty of outdoor activities (climbing tours and horseback holidays are popular). For city lovers, the island’s capital, Palermo, with its morbid charm, and the baroque city of Catania, the second largest city on the island, are recommended.

The ultimate relaxation is this: Book a cozy hotel room with a view of the harbor in a cozy fishing village (Cefalù on the north coast, for example) and enjoy Italian Dolcefarniente in the winter sun.

The desert terrain is a guarantee of perfect swimming weather even in winter. Egypt’s beach destinations have temperatures above 20 degrees even in winter; It receives approximately 9 hours of sunlight per day. The star beach of the Red Sea is Sharm el-Sheikh, at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, with excellent business districts and extensive nightlife. On the mainland are Hurghada and Marsa Alma, two seaside resorts with extensive resort facilities and a real desert feel to their interiors.

Côte d’Azur, France: priceless hotels, Lamborghinis roaring through the towns and magnate yachts off the coast. But you may hate or love the coastline in southeastern France. Millions of tourists have decided to love this place, because the Côte d’Azur is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in Europe and remains so, especially in winter.

Then peace comes again; Only a few rich and beautiful people “winter” in the pleasant, sunny climate. For a bit of a city feel, head to Monaco, Nice or Cannes; otherwise you can relax in rustic villages or admire the art in one of the many museums.

Tip: An extraordinary experience is a trip to the hinterland perfume town of Grasse. At Molinard perfumery, perfume lovers can create their own scents. For adults, an “eau de parfum” consisting of 90 essences is mixed in 1.5 hours; For kids, there is a simplified version with three basic ingredients and six premium scents. Of course, there is also the smell of the sea!

Source : Blick