Relaxing in the sunshine far away from the day to day grind is what holidays are all about, but it’s often restricted to the tourist-heavy peak seasons. If you’re looking to get away from the crowds and save yourself a bit of money, out-of-season holidaying could be the perfect solution. You don’t have to trek half way across the globe either. There’s a good mix of year-round destinations much closer to home and some excellent hotel deals to be had as well.

Canary Islands

The Canary Islands are a great choice for year-round holidaying. The climate is warm and dry and the diverse selection of islands means you are bound to find the right location for you. The most commonly visited islands are Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote, which all offer breathtaking scenery and varying degrees of action and adventure. The concept of peak season has been slightly distorted here as the islands enjoy great weather and temperatures over 20°C almost all year round. Good times to enjoy reduced crowds and cheap Canaries hotels are November to mid-December and April to June, avoiding Easter. A one bedroom bungalow on Fuerteventura can be found for as little as £10 per person per night this November.

Cyprus

Cyprus is a good early spring option thanks to its favourable Mediterranean climate. Peak season runs from June to September, so avoid these months to experience the slightly quieter side of this popular isle. Visit in April and May and you can enjoy average maximum temperatures of 22°C and 26°C respectively while you laze on the beach, explore historic sites or indulge in some of the country’s delicious cuisine. Temperatures remain high into October and November, but heavier rainfall makes these months a less appealing choice. In mid-April, prices for Cyprus hotels in the Paphos area go as low as £14 per person per night.

Egypt

For something completely different, head to Egypt and sample a taste of the ancient. There are a multitude of attractions both above and below sea level making a visit definitely worthwhile. Peak season runs between October and May so to avoid the crowds choose June or September. During these months temperatures are regularly over 30°C, though, so you are advised to take it easy. The huge variety of Egypt hotels deals available should help take the edge of the heat; hotels in Cairo can be booked for a little as £11 per person per night for a week in mid-September.

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