European high-altitude ski resorts are preparing to open towards the end of November. Val Claret in Tignes, France, will begin its ski season on 28 November, offering access to the glacier and snow-sure slopes. A week's rental at the Ynycio four-star residence from 28 November starts at £2,404 for a two-bedroom apartment sleeping four, including a car crossing with Le Shuttle.
For those seeking warmer destinations, Goa, India, offers 10-night holidays departing 11 November, with prices starting at £1,487 per person, including flights, transfers, and breakfast. Morocco's Club Med Marrakech La Palmeraie has prices starting at £1,022 per person for a 28 November departure, covering seven nights' all-inclusive accommodation, sports, and activities, with flights and transfers extra.
Cruises around the Canary Islands and Madeira are also available, such as an 11-night cruise departing 26 November from Tenerife, with prices starting at £1,779 per person, including flights, a hotel stay, 10 nights' full-board, transfers, and port fees.
For an early festive experience, Munich's Christmas market kicks off on 20 November. A three-night break, including flights, four-star accommodation, and breakfast, starts at £499 per person.
Closer to home, a four-night stay in Providence Cottage in Rye, Sussex, from 7-11 November, is available from £517, reduced from £546.