Help your clients feel confident booking their winter escape with our handy guide to the most common questions and how you can answer them with ease.
Destination & Weather
Cost & Value
Safety & Seasonality
Practical Information
Here’s what your clients might ask — and how you can respond with confidence, honesty, and a bit of insight that reassures and inspires.
Short-Haul (20–24°C): Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Egypt
Mid-Haul (25–28°C): Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Morocco
Long-Haul (28–32°C): Barbados, Thailand, Mauritius
Agent Tip: The Caribbean is ideal from December to April - always check seasonal trends before booking!
The Canaries: Fantastic for families
Barbados and Mauritius: Ideal for romantic trips
Thailand or Vietnam: Perfect for cultural & solo travellers
Not always! There are still great-value deals available.
Book early and avoid peak dates
Suggest the Canaries or Cape Verde for better value
Recommend early January for quieter resorts and lower rates
Highlight kids-stay-free or all-inclusive partner offers
Choose options with clear, upfront pricing
Recommend all-inclusive to avoid surprises
Look for packages with built-in extras: kids’ clubs, transfers, excursions
Flag any additional costs early, like entrance fees or local taxes
Reassure clients: Hurricane season ends by November
Winter is dry season in most Caribbean spots; expect calm seas and sunny skies For total peace of mind, suggest hurricane-free destinations: Dubai, the Canaries, Cape Verde, or Egypt
Avoid peak storm months (Aug–Oct) if clients are unsure
Check the latest FCDO advice before booking
Stick to trusted destinations with strong safety records: the Canaries, Dubai, Mauritius or Barbados
Reassure with flexible booking options and good travel insurance
Recommend resorts with 24/7 security & trusted transfers
October–November travel → Book by August for best prices
Christmas/New Year → Push early-bird or last-minute deals
February half-term → Flag availability concerns early (limited family rooms!)
Yes! From most UK airports to:
Canaries, Egypt, Morocco (short-haul)
Dubai & Caribbean (via major hubs)
Mauritius & Thailand (direct from London or one-stop)
UK passports don’t need visas for most winter-sun spots
Dubai & Mauritius: visa-free or on arrival
Morocco: health form required
Make sure passports have 6+ months’ validity