5 ideas for destinations where you can go to the sun in winter

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Cape Verde, between deserts, lush valleys and deserted beaches

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This complete itinerary allows you to explore three different islands: Sao Vicente, Santo Antao and Sal. The trip begins on the island of Sao Vicente, the island of “the barefoot diva” where you can enjoy moments of relaxation and swimming on the most beautiful beaches. Gain height by climbing Monte Verde and enjoy a sublime panorama of the city and the surrounding islands. Then head for the mountainous and green island of Santo Antão, which surprises with its contrasting slopes, dry and arid vegetation versus deep and lush valleys. Your trip ends in Sal where the Santa Maria beach stretching over 8 km of white sand bordering an emerald sea has all the trappings to make you want to prolong the moment…

This trip is a guarantee that you won’t miss any of the must-see places in Cape Verde, while being as close as possible to nature and sharing special moments during several meals: lunch of local specialties, lunch on a small family farm, lunch with a local in a village…

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Confidential Canaries: La Palma and La Gomera

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Lovers of unspoiled nature and mild climates, here is a most intimate and secret journey in the Canary Islands archipelago. At the wheel of your car you will discover two authentic islands, where mass tourism is still far away, where Mother Nature offers a different spectacle every day. You start your itinerary with the island of La Palma, undoubtedly the greenest of the archipelago. This island offers a range of diverse and attractive landscapes, such as its pine forest in the Taburiente National Park, but also its tropical forests in the North. Volcano lovers can take the southern route to discover the many craters such as that of Hoyo Negro.

It is difficult not to succumb to these two islands as their unique and wild beauty transports you for a getaway in landscapes that are so striking! This is perhaps the end of the world as Christopher Columbus thought.

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Dominican Republic: tobacco, coffee, swimming and Merengue

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The Dominican Republic, often associated with the (undeniably heavenly) beaches of Punta Cana, has much more to offer. The golden sand, turquoise waters and Caribbean sunshine are sure to entice travelers; but the eastern half of the island of Hispaniola promises beautiful experiences closer to nature and its people. In Santo Domingo, this unique mix is ​​felt. The pretty patios and cobblestone streets are reminiscent of Spanish colonization, and local restaurants serve cuisine with African influences. As for Santiago’s cosmopolitan neighborhoods, they are invaded by a new elite of cultured artists.

The nature of the Dominican Republic is spectacular. In the Cordillera Central, lush national parks follow mango and banana plantations. Numerous waterfalls and natural pools invite you to swim in an enchanting setting. However, the Dominican sweetness of life lies above all in its people. In this generous land, traditions endure, such as cigar rolling, coffee harvesting and amber hunting. In Punta Rucia, a fishing village, time seems to have stopped, or at least no one cares about it anymore. The program includes five nights in a bungalow on the beach.

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Thailand off the beaten track

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Set off to discover a diverse, lively Thailand, off the beaten track. Your getaway begins in Chiang Mai, nicknamed “the Rose of the North” from where you can observe the venerable temples of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang as well as stroll along the banks of the Ping River, to the chic restaurants and artist galleries that will charm lovers of urban walks. Then, head to Bangkok which plays the card of contrasts because, under its apparent modernity, still hides the radiant spirituality of its temples and the exceptional treasures of its Royal Palace with its chedi covered in sparkling gold leaf and pillars encrusted with multi-colored porcelain.

Along the way, stop to discover the little-known Lampang with its rich Lanna heritage. Explore an exhilarating nature, on the edge of the famous River Kwai made famous by the novel by Pierre Boulle and the film by David Lean. Your journey continues to Ayutthaya. Listed by UNESCO and elevated to the rank of “holy city” of the Kingdom of Siam, it today preserves impressive sacred remains scattered throughout the city and the restoration work allows us to imagine it in its time of magnificence.

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South Africa, major sites and Victoria Falls

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By going to South Africa, you are the privileged witness of a grandiose nature, alternately mountainous, covered with infinite savannah or acacia forest. In this setting, the fauna puts on a show everywhere. During unforgettable safaris, observe wild animals including the famous “Big Five”. Also, the wealth of this country lies in its large capitals turned towards the future and in the heart of its traditional villages out of time.

The trip begins in Cape Town. Its English architecture and modern city center will enchant you. Surrounded by the sea, Table Mountain offers a superb view of Cape Town Bay, one of the most beautiful in the world. Then take the wine route, crisscrossing vineyards as far as the eye can see, surrounded by majestic mountains. The getaway continues with a stop at Paul Kruger Park. This preserved paradise is home to 500 varieties of birds and 150 species of mammals over more than 352 kilometers of territory extending along the border with Mozambique. Then, go hiking through the Blyde River Canyon. The splendid canyon reveals exceptional panoramas. And the trip ends in style, facing the impressive Victoria Falls, one of the 7 wonders of the world!

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