Brits looking for winter sun holidays that don’t require heaps of travel and a big dent in the budget may want to consider the Canary Islands for their next break
12:43, 05 Nov 2026Updated 12:45, 05 Nov 2026
The Canary Islands boast year-round sunshine(Image: Getty Images)
The Canary Islands may be particularly popular during the summer, but they hold their own year-round with balmy temperatures and plenty of sunshine. For those who aren’t tied to school holiday dates, the bigger islands such as Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura can be ideal for a cheep and cheerful holiday where it’s warm enough to enjoy the outdoors (temperatures can reach 24C in November), and sunny enough that you can forget all about the dreary British weather.
However, according to research from travel pros at the Post Office, there’s one island where you can particularly get the best value for your money for a break in winter 2026. Tenerife came out as the top spot from the Canaries in the Post Office’s ‘winter sun costs barometer’, which compared prices in holiday hotspots across a number of factors such as the price of a cup of coffee, a three-course meal with house wine, a local beer, and other food and drink.
Tenerife came eighth in the overall global rankings, but was the top Canary Island, followed by Lanzarote which was 11th overall. “Tenerife remains a popular choice for winter sun holidays,” the team behind the study explained. “It’s known for its warm weather, volcanic scenery and range of attractions.
“Visitors can explore Mount Teide National Park, take a whale or dolphin-watching trip, or relax on the island’s beaches. You’ll also find lots of resorts, restaurants and family-friendly activities. Tenerife offers a good mix of sunshine, convenience and value. It’s also one of the cheapest European destinations in this year’s report.”
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While the report looked at food and drink costs while out on holiday, it didn’t factor in prices of flights or package holidays to actually reach the destination. Still, the good news is that when there aren’t school holidays in the mix (for example, in November or early December), there are deals to be found. According to Skyscanner, you can find cheap flights from the UK to Tenerife starting from £26 each way (excluding extra hand luggage), while the likes of TUI, easyJet Holidays, Loveholidays and On the Beach all offer some tempting last-minute deals.
Given that the flight time is approximately four hours from most UK airports, it can also be an ideal destination if you want a break but don’t have the annual leave to commit to a full week or two’s getaway.
While Tenerife was the top of the Canaries in the rankings, when it came to Europe overall, it was Portugal’s Algarve that came out as the winner for the best value winter sun holiday. It came sixth in the overall rankings, followed by Spain’s Costa del Sol in seventh place. However the title of overall best value holiday went to South Africa’s Cape Town, which boasted some of the lowest average prices including local beer and three-course meals.
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As a nation, we give thanks this month, and readers can, too, since November’s new releases include several kinds of fiction (sci-fi, climate dystopia and thriller, among them) and nonfiction featuring a memoir from a nonagenarian legend, an octogenarian legend and an almost-septuagenarian legend. Happy reading!
FICTION:
Stations: A Novel By Louise Kennedy Riverhead Books: 288 pp., $28 (Nov. 3)
Kennedy (who penned the international bestseller “Trespasses”) is Irish and knows that country’s Roman Catholicism well, which means that her latest book’s title signals differences in class and status — but also has that whiff from the church thurible that signals the Stations of the Cross, or the Way of Sorrows. Roisin, a teen in 1982, falls hard for her friend Tina’s upper-class boyfriend, Red Camelin. She’ll undergo her own sorrows when she finds him again, in London, living in a squat.
Robbie, a young Métis man, thinks the best way to find his missing father is through his Anglo uncle, Doug, who lives in Montana. When Robbie and his mother travel by bus from Alberta, Canada, they part ways for a time before he discovers raging wildfires threaten her location. Meanwhile, Doug has made a confession that haunts the men as they follow a pregnant bison onto an unstable glacier. It’s an unusual, slightly surreal, meditation on climate change.
It’s a familiar scenario: A civil servant gets laid off and moves back in with family, far from Washington, D.C. Scalzi’s latest sees Mike Boyd return to Richland, Ohio, where the town’s major employer might be shutting down, and strange things are happening to mammals both two- and four-legged. As Mike teams up with a few pals, a police officer and an events organizer, a funny and remarkably optimistic story of small-town resistance unfolds.
Okparanta’s “Under the Udala Trees” was set during the 1960s Biafran War; her new novel takes place in 1993, as siblings Alohan and Ivie, ages 11 and 4, face a family tragedy that eventually leads to their separation. As the brother and sister forge lives, more tragedies occur. However, the author wants readers to see that displacement of many kinds, malignant or benign, can have far-reaching consequences — and sometimes those can be overcome.
27 Knots: A Novel By Martin J. Smith Open Road Media: 334 pp., $26 (Nov. 24)
The title refers to knots tied in a U.S. Navy Riverine force beret, each knot symbolizing what the men in those units believe is “an assassination in the name of duty.” Fifty years ago, the teenage Vance was sent to Vietnam and hunted down Viet Cong forces in the Mekong Delta. Today, he’s headed to Washington, D.C., for the funeral of a comrade — but another of his comrades might threaten his carefully constructed life. A thoughtful and riveting thriller.
“As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a gangster,” says Henry Hill in “Goodfellas,” and what better way to be a gangster than to create your own? In this hefty biography of director Martin Scorsese, long-time journalist Binelli leaves no reel unturned as he chronicles his subject’s Little Italy origins, years as a “functioning cokehead,” and rise to fame through films including “Taxi Driver,” “Raging Bull” and “The Departed.”
Burton’s multifaceted roles as Kunta Kinte in “Roots,” as Geordi La Forge in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and as the host of “Reading Rainbow” have affected his life deeply. As he explains in his lovely memoir, Kunta Kinte allowed him to understand Blackness as a cultural phenomenon, while Geordi LaForge lived in a future where Blackness was no longer an issue — and his passion for liberation led to encouraging kids to “Take a look, it’s in a book.”
While we watch shows like “The Diplomat” and “Black Doves” focusing on our country’s European allies, another global power deserves attention. As longtime political expert Kaplan explains, our understanding of China has been filtered through the perspectives of groups that include today’s technophiles and linguists, who help our government negotiate a land of great progress and huge differences. Perhaps we should send Jack Reacher to Beijing?
Leave it to the tireless singer-songwriter and ganja connoisseur to give his new book such a punny title (and one that also references his song “Last Leaf on the Tree”). Nelson claims he’s slowing down in his old age, but given his prolific touring and recording, plenty of young musicians want what he’s having. His focus on living in the present, his decades-long marriage to wife Annie, and memories of true friends all show Nelson’s wisdom.
Since, along with his colleague Carl Bernstein, Woodward once held that most secret of secrets — the identity of the Watergate informant known as “Deep Throat” — it’s fitting for him to use it as the title for this engrossing memoir. He’s covered everything from the White House to the Pentagon; expect a long list of source names, some of whom, Woodward says, permitted him to do so, while others are now a matter of public record.
Patrick is a freelance critic and author of the memoir “Life B.”
Argentina have never beaten Ireland in Dublin but stunned the British and Irish Lions on their most recent visit to the Aviva Stadium last year.
Pumas head coach Felipe Contepomi has made three changes to his original 33-player squad as Facundo Isa, Rodrigo Martinez and Mateo Soler are late call-ups.
Captain Julian Montoya is one of a number of experienced players to return after missing out on the home defeats by South Africa and Australia in August, plus September’s draw away to the Wallabies, but they will be without the injured Santiago Grondona, Ignacio Ruiz and Joaquin Oviedo.
Argentina are also without prop Thomas Gallo and utility back Santi Carreras, who impressed in the win over the Lions.
Those recent Tests saw Contepomi preside over a depleted squad, while in the summer, they suffered home defeats by England and Scotland, but did account for Wales.
Argentina play enterprising, free-flowing rugby but their form has been mixed, making them an intriguing opening opponent.
Fiji were beaten by Scotland, England and Wales during the southern hemisphere leg, but a Test win over Japan in October marked the first game in charge for new head coach Jake White, who led South Africa to World Cup glory in 2007.
White named a 35-strong squad which includes former England number eight Nathan Hughes as one of four uncapped players, while Josua Tuisova, Jiuta Wainiqolo and Caleb Muntz are also included.
Farrell has experimented with his line-up in previous meetings. In 2024, he gave Test debuts to Gus McCarthy and Cormac Izuchukwu in a 52-17 win.
As for South Africa, they may have lost their most recent Test against Australia, but the Springboks are far from crisis mode.
A 3-1 series win over New Zealand and three impressive summer Nations Championship victories on home soil have helped them remain at the world rankings summit.
The world champions will be without some key figures in November with Cheslin Kolbe, Eben Etzebeth, Handre Pollard and Andre Esterhuizen all ruled out through injury.
However, head coach Rassie Erasmus will have captain Siya Kolisi, Pieter-Steph du Toit and Damian de Allende at his disposal.
He has also included six uncapped players in his squad as preparations for next year’s World Cup defence intensify.
The teen classics of Generation X have come under fire — even by Molly Ringwald herself, admirably — for some of their retrograde politics. But there’s too much in this John Hughes-scripted teen drama that is achingly sincere and well-intentioned to dismiss. Harry Dean Stanton gives the performance of the movie (maybe his career) as a single dad trying to get it right, even though he’s out of his depths. He buys his daughter a pink dress for her prom, which he can’t afford, and the gesture breaks your heart. Vidiots is celebrating Stanton’s work throughout November, with nights devoted to “Repo Man” and “Paris, Texas,” but “Pretty in Pink” calls out the strongest, with its soundtrack that can still instill in a young person an excellent sense of musical taste.
“Pretty in Pink” is playing Nov. 14 at Vidiots. Tickets here.
The budget airline has this morning, Sunday, November 1, released an update to passengers flying to and from the UK
09:42, 01 Nov 2026Updated 09:51, 01 Nov 2026
A Ryanair warning has today been issued to passengers(Image: Getty)
Ryanair has issued a warning to passengers flying to and from the UK today. The airline released the notice to passengers as it said some flights could be delayed.
The budget carrier issued the message on its website. And it told people to keep monitoring the app for updates as Britain faces more unsettled weather.
The airline’s message reads: “Due to heavy fog, some flights to and from the UK may be delayed today (Sun 1 Nov). Affected passengers will be contacted directly through the app. Passengers travelling through the UK should monitor the Ryanair app for the latest flight information.”
A yellow weather warning for fog is in place in parts of the UK today. It covers London, Birmingham, Nottingham and Hull, and stretches from Norwich in the east to Brighton in the south, and from parts of east Wales to Somerset in the south-west.
The Met Office warning says that fog this morning will be sense in places. It says that it will bring some travel delays.
The warning is in force until 10am today but patches could last into the afternoon and the Met Office says warnings can change. Visibility will be less than 100 metres in some places, the Met Office said.
The forecaster’s warning supports what Ryanair is saying. It warns people there is a chance of delays and cancellations of flights. The forecaster says bus and train journeys could also be delayed.
Met Office advice on Sunday, November 1 over dense fog
It advises people to give themselves extra time and check road conditions, and adjust plans where necessary. The Met Office warning says: “Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.”
The notice comes as the Met Office advises that fog may be slow to clear in places today. Its latest UK forecast says there will be cloud and rainin some areas of the north.
It says this could gradually spread southwards. Yet it says for other areas, it will be mostly dry with sunny spells.
The advice comes after Britain was hit by two storms in a matter of days. Storm Austen and Storm Boelo led England to have its wettest week in two years.
Despite this, large stretches of the country are still officially in drought. Worse still, there is a severe drought in place across parts of the South West and Sussex.
Management highlighted FDA decision dates of November 27, 2026, for BBP-418, February 4, 2027, for infigratinib, and May 8, 2027, for encaleret. It expects traditional full approval for infigratinib and does not anticipate that a citizen petition will affect its review timeline or label.
Passengers travelling with checked luggage face stricter deadlines from November 10
12:51, 29 Oct 2026Updated 12:53, 29 Oct 2026
The budget carrier is enforcing the new one-hour rule to streamline airport operations(Image: Getty)
Budget airline Ryanair has confirmed it is making a major change to one of its luggage rules. The upcoming change, set to take place from next month, is expected to affect millions of people who fly with the airline.
Ryanair announced it is changing its airport check-in and bag drop rules, starting November 10, giving passengers less time to drop off their luggage before a flight. The change is hoped to give passengers more time to clear airport queues before takeoff.
Under the new policy, Ryanair will close all airport bag drop desks and physical check-in counters strictly 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This is a significant shift from the airline’s previous rule, which allowed passengers to drop off their checked luggage up to 40 minutes before takeoff.
The airline has stated that the extra 20-minute window is being introduced to help operations run more smoothly. If your flight is at 10am, you used to have until 9.20am to drop your bags. Starting November 10, you must have them dropped by 9am.
According to Ryanair, the change is designed to give passengers more time to successfully navigate airport security lines and passport control queues. Ryanair says this should help reduce the number of travellers who miss their flights due to airport delays.
Who is affected by the new rule?
The rule change specifically impacts the estimated 20% of Ryanair passengers who travel with checked luggage or require physical check-in assistance at the airport desk. If you have paid for a 10kg or 20kg checked bag, you must ensure your luggage is fully processed at the bag drop kiosk or desk at least 1 hour before your flight is scheduled to depart.
Ryanair CMO, Dara Brady, said: “From Tues, 10 Nov, bag drop services at all Ryanair airports will close 60 minutes before scheduled departure, instead of the current 40 minutes. This small change will give the 20% of Ryanair passengers who check in a bag, more time to clear airport security and passport control queues and get to their departure gate before boarding begins, particularly during busy travel periods when airport queues can be longer.
“We remind passengers using airport bag drop services to arrive at the airport in good time and ensure they have checked in and dropped their bags before check-in and bag drop closes 60 minutes before departure. The remaining 80% of passengers who check in online and do not check in a bag are unaffected by this change.”
Who can skip the queue?
The vast majority of Ryanair passengers will see no change to their travel routine. Roughly 80% of the airline’s customers travel with cabin baggage only and check in via the official Ryanair app or website. If you are travelling with hand luggage only and have already downloaded your digital boarding pass, you do not need to visit the check-in desks.
You can continue to bypass the counters and head straight through airport security as normal. Ryanair’s standard online check-in timelines remain completely unchanged. Passengers can still check in online via the app or website up to two hours before their scheduled departure.
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What happens if you arrive late?
Passengers are being urged to double-check their airport arrival times ahead of the November 10 deadline. Ryanair is known for its strict enforcement of cut-off times. If you arrive at the bag drop desk less than 60 minutes before your flight, the airline will close the desk, and you will not be allowed to check your luggage.
Missing this deadline will likely result in you being denied boarding, and Ryanair does not offer refunds for missed flights. To ensure a stress-free journey, holidaymakers and business travellers alike are advised to arrive at the airport well in advance of the new one-hour cutoff.
More than $351 million in political donations has been poured into a high-stakes contest about a proposed wealth tax on the November ballot, making it one of the most costly campaigns in California history.
About 90% of the money is being spent to defeat a statewide initiative to impose a new tax on the assets of billionaires, a multifaceted opposition effort bankrolled primarily by ultra-rich Californians being targeted by a measure that supporters call an economic reckoning.
The billionaire tax, Proposition 40, would levy a one-time, 5% tax on many assets of California billionaires who lived in the state as of Jan. 1.
Millions of dollars continue to flow into the campaigns of three intertwined ballot initiatives at the center of the debate: Proposition 40, and Propositions 41 and Proposition 42, which would neuter the Proposition 40 through strategic, esoteric tax law changes.
“The pro-40 campaign picked a fight and then came to that fight with a butter knife against a nuclear arsenal,” said GOP strategist Rob Stutzman, who is not involved in any of the wealth-tax-related ballot measures. “Because they’re so well funded, in today’s multifaceted media world, they are able to show up everywhere from network TV to inside video games. That is a very, very large advantage few campaigns ever get to have.”
But, Stutzman warned, money does not guarantee a win.
In the most expensive ballot measure fights in California history, $463 million was spent on two gambling proposals 2022. The initiatives pitted some of California’s most successful Native American tribes with gaming interests against gambling corporations, including online sports gaming companies DraftKings and FanDuel. Both side’s measure failed.
People attend a rally against Proposition 40 at the Iron Workers Apprenticeship Training Center on Oct. 5 in La Palma.
(Eric Thayer/Los Angeles Times)
The tax measure was crafted by Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West in response to federal healthcare funding cuts signed by President Trump last year that are expected to reduce California’s healthcare budget by $100 billion, burdening the state’s most vulnerable residents.
“Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ slashes healthcare funding, with major coverage cuts scheduled to hit after the midterms,” said Suzanne Jimenez, the union’s chief of staff. “More than 3 million Californians could lose their health insurance. Hospitals and emergency rooms face closure. Patients will die unnecessarily when the care they need is no longer there. Proposition 40 is an emergency response to that looming disaster.”
The proposition’s supporters raised $34.3 million, nearly all of it from Jimenez’s union.
The two other measures, Propositions 41 and 42, would nullify the billionaire tax if either receives more votes.
Proposition 41 supporters say the measure aims to cut wasteful government spending by requiring audits for new state special taxes and would bar new state taxes that exempt their revenue from a state spending limit. Backers of Proposition 42 argue it would prohibit new taxes on retirement holdings, individually owned assets and other forms of personal savings.
Advocates for the billionaire tax say both are well-financed smokescreens to undercut Proposition 40.
Opposition campaigns to the wealth tax as well as the two countermeasures have received enormous donations from several of the state’s billionaires. But Building a Better California, the main funder of efforts to defeat the wealth tax, noted that its allies included Democratic and Republican politicians, prominent labor groups and business leaders.
“It’s rare for such a broad coalition to unite around any single cause in California, but it reflects the potentially devastating impact of this measure on healthcare, education, and our state’s economy,” the group said in a statement.
Among the largest donors opposing the wealth tax are billionaires Sergey Brin, a co-founder of Google who has donated more than $100 million to anti-wealth-tax efforts, and former Google leader Eric Schmidt and venture capitalist L. John Doerr, who each kicked in $40 million.
Brin, Schmidt and Doerr did not respond to requests for comment.
US tech entrepreneur Sergey Brin and Gerelyn Gilbert-Soto arrive for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating “Costume Art” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in May.
(ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)
The spending disparity also reflects a divide among Democrats and their allies, many of whom support wealth taxes, but argue that the way Proposition 40 was written is disastrous to California’s volatile budget, which is dependent on the state’s wealthiest residents.
Jodi Hicks, chief executive and president of Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, said that while her organization would support a nationwide or a California wealth tax, their primary concerns are about 40’s impacts on the state budget and healthcare in the state.
“We are opposed to this particular proposal because we think it does more harm than good,” she said, adding that after what her organization “faced last year having to scramble for dollars because of [federal funding cuts] we are committed to work with the stakeholders facing cuts and not harming the budget and finding revenue in a smart way.”
The cash imbalance between supporters and opponents of the billionaire tax is vast. Those opposed to the measure raised $316.7 million, while proponents raised nearly $34.3 million.
The Fair Games Coalition, made up of community leaders, labor organizations and advocates, announce the launch of the Overpaid CEO Tax Initiative in front of the Tesla Diner in West Hollywood in January.
(Genaro Molina/Los Angeles Times)
The supporters of the wealth tax spent nearly all of their money gathering signatures to place the measure on the ballot. They had $1.6 million on hand as of Oct. 17.
Now, as voters cast ballots, their campaign appears reliant on public events and media coverage, such as of Sen. Bernie Sanders’ (I-Vt.) recent rally in support of Proposition 40 in downtown Los Angeles.
“What you are showing people from coast to coast and all over is that, yes, we can take on the greed of the oligarchs,” he said, calling it the most important ballot measure in the country. “Yes, we can create an economy and a government that works for all of us, not just the 1 percent.”
Facebook creator and Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg was among the California billionaires Sanders name-checked in his remarks. After Zuckerberg told company leaders that he planned to leave the state to avoid his control over the company substantially reduced by being forced to sell enough of his stock in the social media giant to pay the proposed levy, the company on Wednesday announced the creation of a new, non-voting type of stock that would allow Zuckerberg to sell enough shares to pay the proposed tax while retaining his voting power in exchange for him agreeing to remain in the state for eight years.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg listens as President Trump speaks to reporters at the White House on Sept. 29.
(Jacquelyn Martin / Ap Photo/jacquelyn Martin)
The pro-wealth-tax campaign is sending voters emails and texts and has an online presence.
“Remember: it’s not enough to vote YES on 40. You also need to vote NO on 41 + 42,” read an email sent to voters on Tuesday. “Don’t be fooled: Props 41 and 42 are billionaire-funded initiatives designed specifically to undermine Prop 40, the California Billionaire Tax.”
Meanwhile, the anti-40 and pro-42 campaigns are inundating voters on television, streaming services, in mailboxes, through online influencers and even in digital video games such as Sim City.
Jimenez said voters will see through the blizzard of campaign messaging.
“The billionaires think voters are stupid. They think they can bury the facts under millions of dollars in advertising and disguise Prop. 42 … as protection for ordinary taxpayers,” she said. “Their spending also makes our case for us. When billionaires can afford to spend millions a day protecting their fortunes, voters can see that billionaires have plenty of money to spare.”
Sheri Sadler, a veteran Democratic media buyer, questioned how much voters were hearing about the rationale for the proposed billionaire tax.
“The yes side is severely lacking in getting their message through while the no side is dipping into different kinds of pockets,” she said.
Jessica Levinson, an election law professor at Loyola Law School, said that beyond voter confusion about the competing ballot measures, it is certain to face legal challenges, notably about the retroactive nature of the tax, which would apply to any billionaire who lived in California as of Jan. 1. She described that as “the biggest legal pressure point.”
“It’s kind of a mess,” she said.
Times staff writer Gabrielle LaMarr LeMee contributed to this report.
Loyal British Airways customers should be aware that the UK’s flag carrier is making a change to its Avios loyalty points scheme that will come into force on November 24
British Airways is updating its Avios system(Image: Ceri Breeze via Getty Images)
British Airways passengers should put November 24 in their diaries, as the UK flag carrier is preparing to make a change that’ll impact repeat customers.
Avios is the loyalty scheme of more than 30 major airlines, including British Airways, Iberia and Aer Lingus. It allows you to earn points that you can then exchange for flights, although you still need to pay taxes and fees.
Last year, BA announced a change to the scheme that left some repeat customers fuming. The price of trips booked through the scheme went up.
An off-peak return trip in economy from London to New York bought through Avios used to cost 50,000 points and £100 fee, now it costs 55,000 and £120. Similar hikes were introduced across premium economy, business, and first class.
However, now the airline has announced another change that will be a little more welcome. British Airways Holidays is updating its Avios offering. Launching on 24 November 2026, members of The British Airways Club booking a holiday package with British Airways Holidays can collect six Avios for every £1 spent on the total package price.
Avios will be calculated on the full booking value and then divided equally between all travellers on the booking. Club members will be able to collect their individual share or choose to pool their Avios through a Household Account.
BA has said that the change will make “booking with British Airways Holidays even more rewarding”. It replaces the current approach, in which all customers collect Avios on the flight element of their holiday package and the lead passenger can also collect one bonus Avios for every £1 spent on the holiday package booking.
BA has shared an example of how the new system could be better for customers. Two people heading to Crete could see each traveller collect 11,316 Avios – enough for them to secure a one-way Reward Flight to Paris each, using 10,000 Avios, plus a £2.50 fee. Previously, the lead booker could have collected 5,462 Avios and the second traveller 1,690 Avios from just the flight element of the booking.
Andrew Flintham, managing director at British Airways Holidays, said: “For many people, a holiday is the ultimate reward, so we want booking one to feel rewarding too. For Avios collectors, that relationship should be symbiotic. A holiday should not only be somewhere they can spend their Avios; it should also help them build their balance towards whatever comes next. Our aim is to create a simpler and more compelling offer for our Club members. Whether those Avios help reduce the cost of another holiday, contribute towards a future flight or make an upgrade possible, it means the value of the holiday can continue long after customers return home.”
NOVEMBER in Britain: dark before you’ve left work, washing draped over every available radiator and a coat that hasn’t had a dry week since August.
Meanwhile, somewhere else in the world it’s 30C with someone cooking and every drink on the house for you… I know where I’d rather be.
So, I dug through the November holiday data and picked out ten resorts that are up to 34 per cent cheaper than the average price of a hotel stay that month.
Not only that, but I’ve found a fantastic deal for each at some underrated resorts, overlooked by bigger names nearby.
Some are familiar spots, while others you typically might scroll straight past if you’re not in the know.
But they all deserve a look before you write off a week away – here’s where I’d be booking this November.
1. Naama Bay, Egypt (34% below average)
Falcon Naama Star is affordable and only ten minutes’ walk from the beachCredit: On The Beach
Naama Bay is my pick for anyone who wants to enjoy Egypt beyond the hotel resorts.
You’ve got a big beach, plenty of restaurants and somewhere to head after dinner, so there’s no need to spend seven days orbiting the buffet.
With November temperatures typically around 27C, you can spend the afternoon on the beach and head out for a slap-up meal in the evening.
This is where I rate bed & breakfast: your morning food is sorted, then lunch and dinner are yours to choose.
Falcon Naama Star gives you a cheap base around ten minutes’ walk from the beach.
I found seven nights with breakfast and direct return flights from Belfast for £280pp – that leaves more of your budget for enjoying the place you’ve flown all that way to see.
2. Om El Sid, Egypt (29% below average)
Try Egypt’s Old Vic Sharm Resort & Spa has a beach shuttle that is completely freeCredit: Expedia
Another Egypt find, Om El Sid suits a week of beach days and evenings spent having a wander and finding somewhere good for dinner.
You’re on Sharm’s southern side, with the Old Market to explore when you’ve had enough of lying horizontal.
November daytime temperatures typically reach around 27C.
That’s proper beach weather, with the added pleasure of knowing someone at home is scraping the car windscreen, so try to be modest with the photos… or don’t.
It’s inland, but there’s a free beach shuttle, so you can get your beach fix without paying for a beachfront stay.
I found seven nights all inclusive with direct return flights from Liverpool for £350pp.
And because your meals are covered, you can still get out for a nosey around Sharm without having to spend much extra.
3. Patong, Thailand (28% below average)
Make the bucket list trip come true by staying at Club Bamboo Boutique Resort & Spa in PhuketCredit: On The Beach
Thailand can spend years on the “maybe one day” list.
But this Patong deal is a decent reason to move it along: seven nights at Club Bamboo Boutique Resort & Spa for £765pp, with connecting return flights from Manchester and checked luggage included.
Patong gives you Phuket’s tropical heat, a busy beach and plenty going on after dark.
November daytime temperatures are around 31C as the island heads towards its drier season, and this is somewhere I’d opt for room only.
With so much food to try outside the hotel, picking a different place for dinner is part of the holiday.
Club Bamboo’s greener hillside setting gives you somewhere quieter to retreat to after Patong’s bustle.
There are hills and steps to factor in, so it won’t suit everyone.
But for someone who wants to get out and enjoy Phuket, I’d put the money towards the trip rather than a flashier hotel.
4. Agadir, Morocco (19% below average)
This stay at Tulip Inn Oasis Hotel in Agadir is our biggest bargain on the listCredit: On The Beach
Seven nights, breakfast and direct return flights from Manchester for £230pp?
Safe to say Agadir is doing a very convincing job of getting me out of Britain this November.
Typical daytime highs are around 25C, with a big beachfront for lazy afternoons and the souk for a proper browse when you fancy moving.
You can spend a morning exploring, stop for proper Moroccan food and still have time to spend the rest of your day by the sea.
Tulip Inn Oasis is my pick for a handy bed & breakfast base near the beach and within reach of the marina.
You’re paying for somewhere to sleep and something to eat first-thing, with plenty of holiday budget left for getting out and about.
Parrotel Aqua Park Resort is all-inclusive AND 27C in NovemberCredit: On The Beach
Some holidays need a plan, while others just need a sun lounger, a cold drink and your hardest choice of the day being how many plates to get at the buffet for dinner.
There’s a sheltered beach, a flat waterfront for a wander and plenty of places to stop for lunch.
So you can arrive, unpack and get on with enjoying yourself.
Fuerteventura’s November daytime highs average around 24C and a long beach walk here definitely beats standing outside a soft-play centre in sideways rain.
Fuertesol’s bungalow accommodation is my pick for a simple self catering base, so you can sort breakfast in your own time, then head out for the day.
I found seven nights with direct return flights from London Stansted for £235pp.
And if you get restless after a few beach days, Caleta’s position makes exploring north and south really easy.
Just hire a car for a day or two and spend some of the money you’ve saved on seeing the island.
7. Bahia Feliz, Gran Canaria (14% below average)
BlueBay Beach Club in Gran Canaria has fantastic views from the poolCredit: On The Beach
A separate living area is an underrated holiday luxury – somewhere in your hotel room to sit that isn’t the bed, with space to spread out and breakfast without getting dressed for a buffet.
Its quieter beach-side setting in Bahia Feliz suits people who want room to relax in Gran Canaria, with the busier south-coast resorts there when they fancy a change.
This is one to book for the space and the setting rather than nightlife outside reception.
November temperatures around this part of the island are typically about 24C.
This means plenty of opportunity for a long lunch outside and another chapter in the sun.
I found seven nights self catering with direct return flights from Newcastle for £445pp.
This is my pick for someone who really values a bit of breathing room on holiday.
8. Costa del Silencio, Tenerife (13% below average)
Tenerife is still 25C, so try an all inclusive stay at Hotel Palia Don PedroCredit: On The Beach
Costa del Silencio gives regular Tenerife holidaymakers a change of scene from Playa de las Americas.
You’ve got volcanic coastline to explore and nearby Las Galletas for a wander around a town.
Southern Tenerife’s November daytime highs average roughly 25C.
That’s still warm for a long day by the pool working on your tan.
Hotel Palia Don Pedro keeps the stay simple, with studios and apartments spread across small two-storey buildings.
I found seven nights all inclusive with return flights from London Stansted for £350pp.
That covers your meals and drinks while you spend a week enjoying a different corner of Tenerife.
9. Nuevo Horizonte, Fuerteventura (13% below average)
Elba Lucia Sport & Suite Hotel is just north of Caleta de FusteCredit: On The Beach
A free beach shuttle can make a cheaper hotel location a much better deal.
The resort sits just north of Caleta de Fuste, but here you get an even quieter base to come back to.
Fuerteventura’s November highs average around 24C, so there’s still plenty of reason to pack the sunglasses.
You won’t have the beach and all of Caleta’s restaurants immediately outside the door here.
BUT the hotel’s free shuttle heads directly to Caleta and the beach area, which can save you paying for taxis every day.
I found seven nights self catering with direct flights from London Stansted for £295pp.
A good fit for someone happy to trade a central location for a quieter stay, with an easy way to reach the beach.
10. Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife (12% below average)
Views like this in November don’t get much better than the ones at Coral Teide MarCredit: On The Beach
Puerto de la Cruz is my pick for a Tenerife holiday with a proper town to get stuck into.
An old harbour, loads of restaurants and greener scenery give you plenty to enjoy in between cheap beers.
November’s nice and warm in Tenerife, and for a trip built around sunbathing, exploring, tapas and lunch outside when the sun appears, Puerto’s well worth a look.
Coral Teide Mar sits in the residential La Paz area, with shops and restaurants all around you.
That makes self catering a good money-saving choice: breakfast supplies nearby and somewhere different to head for dinner every night.
I found seven nights with direct return flights from Liverpool for £310pp, giving you a cheap week of sunshine and getting out to enjoy the town.
“This process will require several weeks, with the CAS Award expected at the end of November 2026,” the court said in a statement on Monday.
Senegal are contesting the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to declare Morocco champions, despite Senegal beating the hosts 1-0 after extra time in January’s final in Rabat. Their arguments, plus those of Morocco and CAF, were heard by CAS in Lausanne on October 8.
At the time, CAS said it expected a decision within days but has now decided to issue a complete ruling, including legal grounds, known as a CAS Award.
Senegal walked off the pitch for 14 minutes after a penalty was awarded against them late in regulation time, with several players returning to the dressing room in protest before they resumed play.
Morocco missed the spot kick, sending the match into extra time, where Senegal scored the winner to secure victory.
However, they were stripped of the title two months later after CAF’s Appeal Board ruled that Senegal had forfeited the match by walking off the pitch, overturning the result and awarding a 3-0 victory to Morocco.
Senegal quickly followed with an appeal to CAS, which was lodged on March 25 but heard some six months later. The basis of their arguments is that the referee’s decision is final and he allowed the match to be completed.
“I know it’s a long wait for the fans, a few months after the final between Senegal and Morocco,” CAS Director General Matthieu Reeb said outside the hearing earlier this month.
“The facts are set, are clear and the discussions will be on some procedural issues and legal aspects,” he added.
The CAS panel is presided over by French sports law expert Gerald Simon, with the assistance of Italian international law professor Luigi Fumagalli and Hamburg-based lawyer and professor of law at the University of Zurich, Ulrich Haas.
CAS decisions are called awards and hold the same value as a national court judgement. CAS awards may be enforced by sports federations or state courts, depending on the circumstances.
And, for the first time since 2010, a Democrat may soon be sitting in the governor’s office in more than half the 50 states. As recently as 2017, just 16 of them had Democratic governors — the lowest number in nearly a century.
There are, however, exceptions to every political trend, outliers in every election, a contest that zigs when races just about everywhere else are zagging.
And yet the state’s Democratic governor, Tina Kotek, is on the defensive as she fights for a second term in November, burdened by a dismal approval rating and a sense that things have been pretty lousy in Oregon under her leadership.
The state “hasn’t thrived in the last decade, and certainly hasn’t thrived since COVID, the way other states have,” said John Horvick, one of Oregon’s leading independent pollsters.
Kotek, a former speaker of the state House — and a highly effective lawmaker in that role — made some very concrete promises.
“She was going to build 36,000 new homes. She was going to improve our educational outcomes and make improvements to behavioral health in the state,” Horvick said. “Voters give her poor marks on all those.”
Gov. Tina Kotek speaks to opponents of data center development during a demonstration at the state Capitol in Salem, Ore., on Sept. 8, 2026.
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The Democrat still remains the favorite to win reelection. Oregon’s gubernatorial races tend to be closer than presidential contests and voters have been shown a reluctance to heave their governor from office, even when they tell pollsters they’re not happy with the incumbent or the state of their state.
“We watch this movie every four years in Oregon, where it looks really, really close and then, in the end, the Democrat wins,” said Kari Chisholm, a political strategist in Portland.
That may happen again. But Kotek’s travails show the perils of incumbency this angry election season, even for a Democratic swimming with a blue tide.
Thirty-six states are electing governors in November. Most of the contests lean toward one party or the other, like in California, where Democrat Xavier Becerra appears a shoo-in to replace Gavin Newsom.
But a dozen races are at least somewhat competitive, including toss-ups in Georgia, Nevada, Ohio and Wisconsin. All of the hardest-fought contests are in states that Trump carried in 2024 — several by double-digits — with Oregon being the lone exception.
Kotek, who’s been rated one of the least popular governors in America, is facing a rematch against Christine Drazan, a former GOP state House leader who now serves in the state Senate. In 2022, she lost narrowly lost to Kotek, 47% to 44%, in a three-way contest.
Unlike four years ago, Kotek has a gubernatorial record to defend and the case Drazan makes against her is succinct.
“Tina Kotek told Oregonians that she would solve the problems and challenges facing our state,” Drazan said in the candidates’ first debate this month. “She hasn’t.”
In a recent Fox News interview, Drazan elaborated.
“We have record high businesses that have gone out of business, bankruptcies, businesses that are leaving, family bankruptcies are at an all-time high,” Drazan said, exaggerating some. “Oregon is uniquely bad right now. It’s not a national issue, it’s here at home.”
Further distancing herself from the Republican brand, Drazan has undergone a distinct makeover since winning the GOP primary in May. “Tough. Tested. Conservative,” is no longer the descriptive shorthand she uses on her campaign website. Now it’s “Mom. Public Servant. Champion for All.”
Drazan’s revised campaign biography also omits her opposition to various Democratic-backed policies, such as gun control, and her culture-warrior vow to “protect girls’ sports and keep men out of their locker rooms.” Instead, the Oregonian newspaper noted, her emphasis is now affordability and relatability.
Despite that, Kotek has continued wielding her sharpest-pronged political weapon, tying Drazan — an “out-of-touch MAGA extremist,” in her campaign’s parlance — to the unpopular president.
“I think we all know that there have been a lot of challenges facing our state and they’re still coming at us because of the confusion and disruption coming from Washington, D.C.,” Kotek said during the candidates’ third and final debate last week. “It’s just a fact. It’s upending who we are as a state and it is … making it harder for us to solve the problems that we have ahead of us.”
Passing the buck and pointing her finger is not exactly a message of triumph, uplift and achievement, but it may be enough to win Kotek a second term.
The breathtaking island is about a four-hour flight from the UK and boasts heaps of history, culture, TV links and a new hotel that is going to be a hit with rock fans
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There are few better places where you can move effortlessly between sunshine, sea and centuries of history than the stunning island of Malta. Friends and family had recommended it to me as the perfect holiday for a mix of sightseeing and relaxation, and it certainly delivered.
As a small island, Malta packs a punch, offering tourists everything they want right on their doorstep. There are few bigger mood killers than a day tour entailing hours and hours cooped up in the car, but Malta’s size means you can hop from place to place in no time at all.
You can easily get a boat to Gozo or the Blue Lagoon in half a day, drink in the incredible sights of Malta’s shoreline, and be back in time to hit the pool before dinner. Meanwhile, Valletta, the EU’s smallest capital, is easily accessible by car or bus, and you need only a few hours to soak up the famous yellow architecture, pretty alleyways and sea views.
The city blows you away with its vivid colours as you arrive. Valletta may be modest in size, but it is extraordinary to look at, boasting a rich history closely connected to the UK. It played a major role in World War Two and became a favourite destination of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Even today, a British influence is visible on the streets, with our famous red postboxes and iconic Victorian architecture everywhere you go.
Despite being only 0.3 square miles, Valletta offers plenty for a day trip; it boasts 320 historic sites, from the famous St John’s Co-Cathedral to Fort St Elmo. Not only that, it has been the backdrop for several hit Hollywood films, including Assassin’s Creed and Napoleon, making the city a treat for film buffs. At every turn, you are greeted by grand churches and colourful balconies, and all with a jaw-dropping coastline backdrop. A mere few hours was the perfect amount of time to explore before settling down with an Aperol Spritz.
Just a few miles along one of Malta’s most vibrant stretches of coastline lies St Julian’s, a perfect spot for those who like to swim and sunbathe during the day and head out at night. If Valletta is Malta’s historic beating heart, St Julian’s is its party spirit. As it gets dark, restaurants spill onto terraces and the waterfront fills up for sunset drinks.
Nestled nearby in the beautiful St George’s Bay is the Hard Rock Hotel Malta, which opened its doors this summer and could quickly become Malta’s go-to destination. Boasting stunning panoramic sea views, a state-of-the-art gym, a luxury spa area, and eleven (that’s right) swimming pools, it has truly thought of everything. Forgotten your sunscreen? That’s okay, because the hotel even has its own huge shopping centre and supermarket, with everything you could possibly need just a few steps from your room.
The swim-up bar at Hard Rock Hotel was also a particular highlight; I loved basking in the water with a chilled glass of wine while people-watching down onto the beach below. It made the lazy afternoons flow perfectly into the evenings, with sunbathing by the water giving way to sunset drinks on the terrace as guests soaked up the views at all points of the day.
Inside, music memorabilia gave a personal touch, while the hotel’s luxury amenities almost tempt you to forgo exploring. The hotel also boasts a wide range of stylish restaurants and bars serving impeccable food and cocktails from around the world. The experience could be a little overwhelming, but as someone who typically prefers a smaller, boutique stay, I loved the convenience that the Hard Rock Hotel offers when you have only a few days to enjoy. The spacious rooms were also gorgeous with sea-themed decor and a large balcony, and the best part is you’re guaranteed a sea view, with both sides of the hotel offering a stunning glimpse at the Maltese coastline.
If you do want to venture a little further afield for dinner, Cristiano Ronaldo’s restaurant TATEL is a must. Expect beautiful views of the bay’s sparkling waters and a menu that served up some seriously delicious fare (don’t miss out on the iconic Basque Cheesecake).
That’s why Hard Rock Hotel’s location is ideal. The comfort, convenience and style summed up my stay in Malta – everything you need is right in front of you. Exploring doesn’t have to be an ordeal when a morning in ancient streets can be quickly followed by a slow afternoon by a gorgeous pool. You have the beach, the sights, delicious food and drinks all at your fingertips. After a day of sightseeing, returning to the hotel and settling down for a terrace drink felt like part of the holiday rather than a break from it.
Travellers looking for a cost-effective and peaceful Mediterranean escape that offers more than beaches would do a lot worse than enjoy Malta’s ideal combination of history, culture, food and contemporary island life right on your hotel doorstep.
Book it
Rooms at the Hard Rock Hotel Malta start from £210 a night, based on two adults sharing a Superior Room. Book at hotel.hardrock.com/malta.
Famous hits from Steps, Bucks Fizz, JLS, the Celebrity Weekender breaks are perfect for those who miss the anthems of the eighties, nineties and noughties
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Eight music-themed weekends will take place(Image: Parkdean Resorts)
Holidaymakers seeking inspiration on where to book their next break can enjoy an autumn getaway with a twist at a series of star-studded weekends at holiday parks across England and Wales. Parkdean Resorts has announced Celebrity Weekenders, mini-breaks filled with the music of the eighties, nineties and noughties with some famous faces joining the party.
Priced from £179, these themed weekends are taking place at five parks across North Yorkshire, Norfolk, Dorset and Wales, with celebrity guests including Chesney Hawkes, The Cheeky Girls, and Claire and H from Steps, plus members of Bucks Fizz, Atomic Kitten, JLS and loads more.
Music lovers can step back to the eighties at Cayton Bay Holiday Park this November, or enjoy nineties nostalgia at Ty Mawr Holiday Park. Elsewhere, Vauxhall Holiday Park will play host to a 90s vs 00s Weekend, as well as a Boybands vs Girlbands celebration and a Celebrity Tribute line-up, while Trecco Bay holiday park is the place for classic disco and retro dance music with its Disco for Grown-Ups weekend.
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These Celebrity Weekenders also offer plenty of activities to keep the celebrations going between music acts, from silent discos and bottomless brunches to bingo and fancy dress competitions, with the line-up varying by holiday park. Sites are also home to everything from amusement arcades and arts and crafts to high ropes courses, adventure golf and bungee trampolines.
However, Parkdean Resorts notes that while children are welcome to join a Celebrity Weekender, there will be limited entertainment and activities running for children, so these breaks are best suited to grown-ups. Those seeking a family-friendly staycation this autumn can check out Parkdean’s standard offering, as well as the likes of Haven, who are running Halloween-themed breaks throughout October, and Butlin’s, who have The Masked Singer Live shows on offer during October half term plus up to 20% off all 2026 and 2027 breaks.
There are eight weekends to choose from across five Parkdean Resorts holiday parks.
Vauxhall Holiday Park, Great Yarmouth
Boybands vs Girlbands: Kerry Katona, JLS star Oritsé Williams, East 17, Liberty X, and Atomic Kitten’s Natasha Hamilton are among the celebrity guests joining the festivities at this weekend for music lovers. Starting on November 6, prices start from £164 for three nights.
90s vs 00s: Nineties icon Chesney Hawkes will be bringing his best hits to this weekend, while D:Ream and Betty Boo will also be flying the flag for the nineties, and DJ sets from Marvin Humes, Chris Moyles, Toby Anstis will ramp up the party atmosphere. Taking place from November 20, a three-night break over this weekend starts from £179.
Celebrity Tribute: This jam-packed weekend features tribute shows to legends like Elvis, Michael Jackson, Cher, Freddie Mercury, Elton John and Tina Turner, as well as sets celebrating modern icons including Take That, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Kylie Minogue, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles, Bruno Mars and more. From November 13, this weekend is priced from £178 for three nights.
Sandford Holiday Park, Dorset
Hitman: The Hitman himself Pete Waterman will be joined by 911, Sybil and Brother Beyond’s Nathan Moore at this weekender, which is also a true treat for classic Neighbours fans with activities including a Kylie vs Jason fancy dress competition, Kylie karaoke, and a big-screen showing of Scott and Charlene’s wedding, as well as a dance class, lip sync battle, a Grease sing-a-long, and a retro-themed brunch. Taking place from November 13, prices start from £194 for three nights.
Celebrity Christmas: East 17, The Cheeky Girls, Marvin Humes, Pat Sharp, Kerry Katona and Black Lace will all be in attendance to end November with a bang and begin the countdown to Christmas with DJ sets and dance floor hits. Starting on November 27, this weekend is priced from £224 for three nights.
Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl
Disco for Grown-Ups: Steps legends Claire Richards and Ian ‘H’ Watkins will be joined by Gareth Gates and Bucks Fizz stars Cheryl Baker and Jay Aston for non-stop famous hits, while In Da Bungalow legends Dick & Dom will host a DJ set. From November 13, prices start from £194 for three nights.
Ty Mawr Holiday Park, Conwy
90s Weekender: Vernon Kay will host a DJ set in this weekend enjoying the anthems of the nineties, joined by the likes of Big Brovaz & Booty Luv, Honeyz and A1. Re-Take That will also be bringing all the hits from the beloved pop group, while a live rock show will celebrate the female artists who defined the alternative music scene of the nineties. From November 20, prices start from £193 for three nights.
Cayton Bay Holiday Park, North Yorkshire
80s Weekender: The Real Thing, Black Lace, Thereza Bazar’s Dollar and Deniece Pearson Five Star are among the celebrity guests in attendance at this weekend celebrating all things eighties. Taking place from November 20, prices start from £238 for three nights.
Minka Kelly and Dan Reynolds have ended their four-year relationship.
A source close to the couple confirmed the breakup, People first reported on Wednesday.
The “Friday Night Lights” actor and Imagine Dragons frontman first met in 2022 through a mutual friend — although their first month interacting was over phone calls as Kelly, 46, was in the U.K. for work and finishing her memoir, “Tell Me Everything,” which delved into her complex relationship with her mother.
Reynolds, 39, asked to read the book.
“You’ll either be terrified and run for the hills or you’ll see the beauty in all of it,” Kelly shared on “The Drew Barrymore Show” in November 2025. “He fortunately was the latter.”
The pair was first publicly spotted in November 2022 leaving Cafe Stella in Silver Lake; a month earlier, Reynolds announced his split from his wife, indie singer Aja Volkman, whom he married in 2011. His divorce from the Nico Vega vocalist was finalized in March 2024.
In July, Kelly shared an Instagram post of Reynolds featuring his four children (whom he shares with Volkman) at Disneyland, with the caption, “No place I’d rather be.”
In a 2024 interview with People, Reynolds shared that his kids had grown fond of Kelly.
“We view it as kind of bonuses to the family: more people to love, more people to help. We’ve just been really careful with that and slow with navigating how to bring Minka into that conversation,” he said. “She’s done a really incredible job of being sensitive and careful on her end as well.”
In 2025, Reynolds made a guest appearance on the first season of Netflix’s “Ransom Canyon,” which starred Kelly as Quinn O’Grady, a former concert pianist, opposite Josh Duhamel, who played rancher Staten Kirkland.
The show was canceled after two seasons this September.
SEARCHING for sun in November but don’t know where to find it? Here are five great options with temperatures well over 20C.
Whether you’re after short-haul breaks or lengthy holidays, check out these destinations where you’ll certainly get a healthy dose of vitamin D.
Thailand is a popular spot for autumn and winter sun thanks to its high temperaturesCredit: AlamyMorocco has bustling cities and some are on the coast if you fancy a beach breakCredit: Alamy Stock Photo
Morocco
For a bit of autumn sun that isn’t far or breaks the bank, Morocco is a solid option.
Brits can get there in less than three hours and the country basks in highs of 24C in November, while the UK average highs of between 10-12C.
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Marrakesh is one of the most popular cities with Brits with vibrant markets, souks, palaces and pretty hotels.
Essaouira on the other hand sits on the Atlantic Coast and has sandy beaches if you fancy heading for a beach break.
Meanwhile, the city’s capital of Rabat is another coastal spot that’s considered an ‘understated seaside gem’ and has enormous royal palaces.
In November, return flights to Essaouira and Rabat can be as little as £28.
Holidays are affordable too for a quick break – two adults can check into Las Palmeras in Marrakesh for four-nights from £279pp or £34.87pppn.
This includes return flights to London Gatwick, a full board stay at the four-star hotel which has an outdoor swimmingpool, on-site restaurant and wellness area with treatments available.
Thailand
Bangkok has just been named the ‘world’s best city’Credit: Alamy
Thailand is a popular autumn and winter destination for Brits seeking some sun and it has highs of 34C in November.
There’s something for everyone from its bustling cities to beautiful coastlines and incredible islands.
Thailand’s capital, Bangkok was recently named the best city in the world by Conde Nast Traveller being praised for its “buzzy markets, glittering palaces and captivating religious sites unite – street food sellers dishing up tasty food between them all, of course.”
If getting out of your city and lazing about on a beautiful island is more your bag, it’s very easy to get from the mainland across to the likes of Phuket, and Koh Samui.
The likes of Eva Air and Thai Airways offer direct flights from London Heathrow to Bangkok in November from around £831.
If you opt for a stopover – these can be much cheaper with some dropping to almost half the price.
Air Arabia offers a roundtrip from London Gatwick to Bangkok International Airport from £484 with a two hour layover at Sharjah International Airport.
With Expedia, 10-day package holidays to Bangkok are around £800 – including direct return flights and accommodation, breaks to the neighbouring island of Koh Samui package breaks here with Expedia around £760.
Dubai, UAE
Dubai has luxury hotels, street food markets and enormous waterparksCredit: Alamy
Thanks to its hot desert climate and very little rainfall, Dubai is ideal for autumn sunshine.
From its luxury five-star hotels to beaches, incredible restaurants and shopping scene, Dubai is known for glitz and glamour.
However you can visit on a budget too as Deputy Travel Editor Kara Godfrey and Assistant Travel Editor Sophie Swietochowski when they visited the city.
They lots of tasty treats at the Grand Souk, like breads stuffed with cheese or Nutella for £1.22, or Iranian falooda — a sorbet-like dessert made of thin rice noodles and syrup — for £1.
When its time to cool off, head to one of Dubai’s many waterparks like Aquaventure World with day passes from £50 – but it is so huge, you’ll have to spent the day there.
With Thomas Cook, a 10-night stay for two starts from £720pp including return flights from London Gatwick departing on November 22.
The hotel has a swimming pool, beach volleyball set up, and bar a grill along with free shuttle buses to the theme parks – so there’s no need to hire a car.
Or if you’d rather a different holiday vibe, head to Boca Raton which Head of Sun Travel Lisa Minot called ‘Florida’s secret paradise‘.
