Bringing Summer Style to Winter Meetings

Still looking for those warm outdoor receptions and sun-filled meeting rooms? We’ve got you covered! Here are the top 5 European destinations to escape the cold this upcoming winter. 

1. Canary Islands, Spain: Located off the northwest coast of Africa, the Canary Islands, including Tenerife and Gran Canaria, enjoy a mild and pleasant winter climate with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

2. Madeira, Portugal: Situated in the Atlantic Ocean, Madeira offers a subtropical climate during winter, with temperatures typically ranging from the mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

3. Cyprus: Known for its Mediterranean climate, Cyprus experiences relatively mild winters, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to mid-60s Fahrenheit (12-19°C) along the coast.

4. Malta: The small island nation of Malta enjoys a Mediterranean climate, providing mild winters with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit (12-16°C).

5. Algarve, Portugal: The southernmost region of Portugal, Algarve, boasts a pleasant winter climate with temperatures averaging in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit (12-16°C).

Local Upscale Resorts with 100+ rooms: 

1. Canary Islands, Spain:

1. Hotel Ritz-Carlton, Abama (Tenerife)

2. Madeira, Portugal:

1. Belmond Reid's Palace (Funchal, Madeira)

3. Andalusia, Spain:

1. Hotel Alfonso XIII (Seville)

4. Cyprus:

1. Anassa Hotel (Latchi, Cyprus)

5. Algarve, Portugal:

1. Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa (Porches, Algarve)

Honorable Mention in North Africa: 

1. Tunisia: Located in North Africa, Tunisia experiences a warm winter destination with a Mediterranean climate, offering temperatures from the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit (12-16°C) along the coast.

For the West Coast Folks:

1. Southern Florida:

1. Miami: Mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

2. Key West: Mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

2. Southern California:

1. Los Angeles: Mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

2. San Diego: Mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

3. Hawaii:

1. Honolulu: Mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit (24-28°C).

2. Maui: Mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit (24-28°C).

4. Arizona:

1. Phoenix: Mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

2. Tucson: Mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit (18-23°C).

We hope this helps our fellow balmy weather enthusiasts in the months to come! Please feel free to send in or comment any other recommendation or tips, and as always, happy planning! 

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