WINTER SUN COUPLES DESTINATIONS


lovin’ Winter


Laura French rounds up the best winter-sun spots for couples seeking a romantic getaway


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hink winter and you might think Santa, stockings and


(sometimes) snow. But sunny days and warm, blue seas? Not so much – unless you’re one of the lucky ones jetting off for some


vitamin D, that is. There’s a growing number


of couples doing exactly that. Whether it’s a honeymoon in the Indian Ocean or a quick getaway to the Caribbean, an adventure in Africa or an island escape in Asia, there’s plenty of choice for loved-up pairs wanting to pack in the chills


for some sun-drenched beaches and sandy shores.


We’ve compiled a few of the best to get you started.


w GOA Golden-sand beaches, striking Portuguese architecture and exceptional cuisine, all whizzed up with a dose of spiritual energy – Goa is something of a dream for bohemian, culture-loving couples, and there’s a string of luxury resorts on hand to cater to those after a higher-end experience. The north might be best


known thanks to its reams of yoga retreats, hippy markets and bustling bars, but for couples after a quieter escape, suggest the southern reaches. Spice farms, tumbling waterfalls and boat trips along the Zuari River – home to kingfishers, fish eagles, crocodiles and more – are among the natural charms here. Olympic Holidays offers tours


for those wanting to explore them all, alongside one-off experiences such as a night in a royal Rajasthani tent on the beach, a visit to a floating palace on a traditional Keralan rice boat, and a three-day tiger safari through the vast, rugged


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