In search of autumn sun

Simon Calder's Travel Week

Sunday, September 10, 2023 Got a taste for the sun thanks to the last week's unexpected heatwave? Warm temperatures in autumn aren't impossible to come by if you head to the right destination. September sun makes exploring Seville a treat From Seville, Spain, to Lima, Peru, we've rounded up the top destinations where you're guaranteed to feel the heat in September. If you fancy jetting off to the US to chase the sun this autumn, airlines Norse Atlantic and Aer Lingus have both launched sales, with return flights to Miami and Orlando from £279. But be quick: their sales end at midnight on 12 and 13 September respectively. Deep south Jersey is the southernmost island of the British Isles. September rainfall is low, with seven hours of sunshine a day. A return ferry trip on Condor from Portsmouth for two, outbound by day on 26 September and inbound by night on 30 September with a cabin, costs £150 per person. BEST CHANNEL ISLAND HOTELS Expressionist Paris Eurostar rail fares from London to Paris fall in autumn, with returns as low as £113 (for example 25-28 September). At the Musée de l'Orangerie a big Modigliani exhibition opens on 20 September. PARIS TRAVEL GUIDE Seven nights in Tobago from £599pp Other offers in the British Airways Summer Sale include NYC, Dubai and Malta Save £150 at Sandals or Beaches resorts Use code AUTUMN150 when booking stays of 10 nights and AUTUMN100 for 7-9 nights Get 10% off all Virgin Experience Days Use code SAVING10 to save on everything from brewery tours to helicopter rides On the water Set sail for sun We've rounded up 13 of the best Caribbean cruises, calling in at islands from Barbados and Antigua to St Lucia. SEE OUR PICKS Focus on Luminous Luxor From tours to cruises, flights to authentic bites, here's how to see the best of Egypt's ancient capital. READ MORE Santa Ynez Valley has established itself as a cooler, more boutique and more affordable alternative to its powerhouse neighbours. Kevin E G Perry  USA writer Hotels Where to stay in Cyprus  Our favourite places to stay in Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos, from adults-only hotels to family-friendly resorts. BOOK NOW USA travel Wine country How California's foodie paradise Santa Ynez became the hipper, cooler alternative to Napa. GET INSPIRED The best Lanzarote hotels for an autumn break in the sun Exploring Jordan's little-known hip-hop scene in Amman This unique railway experience through Arizona is one of the best ways to see the Grand Canyon PICK OF THE WEEK: BRAND USA Become a fan of stunning beaches, wildlife and outdoor adventure. Sunny Jacksonville, Florida, is a veritable mecca for sports fans, where the NFL's Jaguars rock the gridiron and Jacksonville Armada Football Club takes the pitch. When the game's over, get out and explore natural marshes and wide, sandy shores. This £9.99 portable neck fan will keep you cool wherever you are – it's perfect for taking on travels SHOP NOW These tablet-free probiotics claim to make good gut health easier to follow – this is what we thought SHOP NOW The Independent proudly partners with Refuge and the National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email   You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Travel newsletter   To unsubscribe from The Independent Travel newsletter, or to manage your email preferences please click here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345 Read our privacy notice and cookie policy