Exotic winter sun holiday destination with no time difference to the UK, 31C in December & ridiculously cheap breaks

THE temperature has noticeably dropped in the UK, leaving Brits dreaming of some winter warmth.

There’s one place where people they can find plenty of sunshine, with temperatures reaching into the 30s, without even having to change time zones.

Gambia might not feature high on holidaymakers’ lists when planning a trip away, but there are plenty of reasons why it should be considered for a winter sun break.

Firstly, it provides holidaymakers with plenty of opportunities for relaxation, with its crowd-free coastline of pale sand beaches.

Meanwhile, there’s also the chance to see wildlife up close, with river tours allowing visitors to observe Chimpanzees, hippos, crocodiles, baboons and other animals.

Gambia also runs on UK time, so there’s no worry of jetlag spoiling a trip.

The country gets more sunshine than the UK in both November and December, with nine hours of daylight hitting their beaches.

What’s more, it’s much warmer, with temperatures often reaching 31C across the country.

For anyone who may be tempted, TUI offers seven night holidays at places like the Senegambia Beach Hotel, with bed and breakfast, from £724 per person, including flights.

That price is based on two adults sharing a double room with balcony or terrace, with flights departing from London Gatwick on December 1, with 15kg of hold luggage per person and transfers.

The resort boasts a handy beachfront location and is a stone’s throw from Kololi’s nightlife and the Senegambia Strip.

It’s also just a few minutes’ walk away from a craft market.

It has two big pools, including shallow sections for children and outdoor bars.

There’s a choice of three different restaurants for guests, who can choose between both African and global dishes.

A barbecue with music is hosted every Saturday night.

Meanwhile, guided nature walks and games of volleyball are among the activities visitors can participate in during the day.

Tours can be booked from Kololi to explore the River Gambia national park, a protected area full of wildlife.

To find out more about this holiday or to book go to tui.co.uk, visit your local TUI store or download the app.

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