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November 18, 2022
SUNNY GETAWAYS
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BEAT THE WINTER BLUES!
by Katie F. Boltuch contributing writer
Betty Williams was definitely on to something when she said, “When all else fails, take a vacation!” With winter rapidly approaching and the temps slowly dropping, it’s only natural to want to travel somewhere warmer. In fact, it’s likely that at some point this fall or winter you’ll fantasize about relaxing on a beach with a cold beverage in hand. Maybe your fantasy stops there simply because you’re unfamiliar with your options. But, I assure you, there are options! From the Italian Riviera to locations you may have never heard of before, there are plenty of places to chase those winter blues away.
Las Teresitas beach near Santa Cruz, Tenerife, Spain
THE CANARY ISLANDS, SPAIN Locally known as The Canaries, this archipelago is located Southwest of Spain and about 100 kilometers West of Morocco. The Canary chain consists of seven islands: Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Tenerife, La Gomera, La Palma, and El Hierro. While each island offers travelers something special, the major tourist attractions lay on Lanzarote and Tenerife. From
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Villefranche sur Mer, France
More commonly known as The French Riviera, the Côte d’Azur makes up the Mediterranean coastline from the southeastern corner of France all the way to and including, Monaco. Some of the more famous seaside resorts within this region include Saint-
Tropez, Nice, and Cannes. With more than 300 days per year of sunshine, 71 miles of coastline and beaches, and 18 golf courses there are plenty of activities to keep the winter blues away. This region is known as the playground to jetsetters, fashion
the National Park of Timanfaya on Lanzarote where you can travel by camel to see the sites to the eight relaxing beaches on Tenerife, there is something for everyone! This paradisiacal group of islands enjoys a wonderful climate with a constant mild temperature throughout the year and splendid beaches of fine sand. To learn more about Las Islas Canarias, visit www.hellocanaryislands.com models, and millionaires. It’s also the place were French actress Brigitte Bardot was discovered. And if you have an interest in all things nautical, the area draws numerous luxury yachts from all over the world. Can’t decide where to go? Visit www.frenchriviera-tourism.com to help with your selection process.
Maddalena islands, Sardinia, Italy
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SARDINIA, ITALY Sardinia has some of the Mediterranean’s luxurious beaches! The second largest island in the Mediterranean, Sardinia is a typical island getaway. Despite being a major tourist destination, the island still boasts well-preserved
beaches and mountains. Plenty to do for the history buff and shopper extraordinaire! Visit Costa Smeralda and Porto Cervo. Costa Smeralda offers elite hotels, five-star beaches and Beverly Hillstype shopping. Simultaneously, the
historian can roam around the remnants of Sardinia’s ancient nuraghic culture as well as the ruins from the Cathaginians and Romans. RyanAir offers flights in to Alghero (in the North) and Cagliari (in the South) out of Frankfurt Hahn.
