Hey guys, just got back from a month in Barcelona and already itching for my next adventure. I’m eyeing a trip from around January 10th to February 10th to escape the crappy weather here in Croatia. The obvious choice would be the Canaries, but man, it’s crazy expensive – Airbnbs starting at around 2000 euros and return flights costing 300-400 euros. That’s a bit steep for my taste.
I’ve been checking out Malaga, where Airbnbs are around 1400 euros and return flights are only about 100 euros – much more affordable. Lisbon is also within that price range, so that’s another option on the table. I don’t have a strict budget, but my goal is to spend as little as possible, to be honest.
I briefly considered staying in Croatia, maybe exploring places like Split or Dubrovnik in the south, but I think I’d prefer to venture out to other countries since I have the opportunity to do so. I must stick to the EU due to the nature of my work, so that’s a bit of a limiting factor.
What do you guys recommend? Have any of you been to Malaga or Lisbon during this time of year? Any other suggestions for a budget-friendly European escape in January? Hit me up with your thoughts and let’s plan this trip together!