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5 Cheap Mediterranean Spots Offering Warm Winter Escapes
6 Oct
Summary
- Valencia, Spain offers £91 flights and £75 hotels in December
- Porto, Portugal features £135 flights and £75 hotels, plus amazing food
- Tavira, Portugal is known as the "Venice of the Algarve" with 19°C temps

As the UK experiences colder, gloomier weather this October, a new report has identified 5 affordable Mediterranean destinations that can provide a warm winter escape. According to the research, the cheapest option is Valencia, Spain, where return flights in December cost just £91 and hotels can be found for £75 per night. Temperatures in the city are expected to reach up to 19°C between November and January.
Another budget-friendly option is Porto, Portugal, with £135 return flights and £75 hotels. The city is renowned for its amazing food scene, including traditional dishes like bacalhau (salted cod) and the Francesinha sandwich. Visitors can also explore the Livraria Lello, a stunning neo-Gothic bookshop that allegedly inspired J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.
Tavira, Portugal is another top pick, with £132 return flights and £74 hotels. This historic city, nicknamed the "Venice of the Algarve," is known for its charming character, including the picturesque Roman Bridge and over 20 churches. Temperatures in Tavira are expected to reach 19°C during the winter months.