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As I stare out of the window on a grey, damp, Janurary day, thoughts, inevitably turn to holidays (or house renovations…) so here is what a bit of research turned up looking into favourite beaches and when to visit. Your’re welcome.
JANUARY – You can’t beat the Caribbean to chase away winter blues.
FEBRUARY – With 10 hours of sunshine a day, The Maldives is the perfect spot for relaxation and activity.
MARCH – A great time to visit Thailand, with gorgeous evenings.
APRIL – A good all-rounder but April to June is the ideal time to visit.
MAY – The first of the Indian Ocean Islands to come out of rainy season makes The Seychelles ideal for a May escape.
JUNE – Summer in Spain and Portugal has so much to offer, without too much heat.
JULY – The warmest and driest month in French Polynesia. Bora Bora anyone?
AUGUST – Best for snorkelling in Bali.
SEPTEMBER – A little quieter Greece and Turkey make great September destinations.
OCTOBER – Hot without being hot-hot, now is a great time to visit Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Oman.
NOVEMBER – Another good all-year round beach destination but November sees a calmer tropical paradise in Mauritius.
DECEMBER – Mexico is a great beach destination for the winter months.
