Top 5 Winter Sun Destinations from Ireland (2025 Travel Guide)

Ireland’s winter can be long and cold — no wonder more and more travellers are choosing warm destinations for short escapes. Here are the top 5 winter sun spots Irish travellers love, with great flight and hotel options for every budget.

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Dubai – Sun, Luxury & City Vibes

Dubai is the perfect mix of warm beaches, modern skyline, shopping, and adventure parks.

Best time: October–April
Weather: 28–32°C
Why go: beaches, nightlife, shopping, family-friendly resorts

Aerial cityscape of Dubai at sunset with modern skyscrapers, illuminated highways, busy traffic and dense urban development. Dubai rapidly growing metropolis with futuristic skyline and vibrant life

Thailand – Relaxation, Nightlife & Food

Thailand is perfect for both couples and solo travellers.

Best time: November–April
Weather: 28–32°C
Why go: beaches, nightlife, Thai food, affordable hotels

Travel photo of James Bond island with thai traditional wooden longtail boat and beautiful sand beach in Phang Nga bay, Thailand.

Maldives – Pure Luxury on a Budget (Yes, Really!)

Irish travellers are choosing Maldives more often thanks to affordable packages and seasonal discounts.

Best time: November–April
Weather: 28–30°C
Why go: overwater villas, clear blue water, perfect honeymoon

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Vietnam – Beaches + Culture + Amazing Prices

Vietnam is one of the best-value destinations right now. Long beaches, good weather, and great prices.

Best time: December–April (Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc)
Weather: 26–30°C
Why go: food, nature, culture, day tours

View of the street in Hoi An ancient town, in Vietnam

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Tenerife – Easy & Affordable Sun Escape

Tenerife is the easiest winter sun destination from Ireland — great weather and good flight prices year-round.

Best time: All year
Weather: 22–26°C
Why go: all-inclusive resorts, safe for families, good prices

Teresitas beach near Santa Cruz in spring, Tenerife, Canary islands, Spain