A flight attendant has shared her favourite destinations for winter sun, including Bali, Phuket, Los Angeles, and Dubai.
She explained on her travel blog Theclassycloud that November is a great month to go on holiday as flights are cheaper, and travellers can explore some of the most popular destinations without the crowds.
Dubai, in particular, is the perfect winter sun destination, as it has an “average daily maximum of 31C and an average daily minimum of 19C” in November, according to TUI.
The crew member explained: “If you don’t want to travel long-distance, the UAE is a destination for shopping, food and sightseeing.
“Please be aware that there are cultural differences and accept the rules and regulations regarding clothing and personal behaviours in public.”
She continued: “Dubai for me is the ultimate feeling of diving into a luxurious world without being a millionaire. Enjoy impeccable food with a view and surf in the dunes of the desert.
“Kiss a camel and buy souvenirs at the old souk. Dubai is a city of contrasts. Go out and explore.”
What to see in Dubai
According to Tripadvisor, some of Dubai’s most popular attractions are the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain, the Burj Al Arab, the Dubai Mall and the Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.
A visitor explained that the Dubai Fountain is “just magical”. They said: “It’s so magical and feeds my soul with good vibes and energy. The place is really nice, of course free, and easy to access.
“And there are so many restaurants near with the best views of the fountain and the Burj Khalifa. And you can do some shopping or have some food inside both Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar.”
The flight attendant also suggested Thailand and explained that the country is “always on top of a flight attendant’s holiday list”.
“It’s the food, the friendly people and the crystal clear water, where the endless ocean kisses the sky. I’ve been to Phuket several times and it never disappoints. There is not much sightseeing included when I travel Phuket, but I love to engage in cooking classes and any other activities, that the resorts are offering. Singapore is also a cool place for a stopover before flying out to either Bali or Phuket.”
Another winter sun destination travellers should consider is the Algarve, in Portugal, which is also a more affordable option. Travel expert Simon Calder recently recommended visiting the south of Portugal as it’s 20C in November.