✈️ Flight Club: Where to Travel This February
Whether you're chasing winter sun, snowy slopes, or a romantic Valentine’s getaway, February is a brilliant time to jet off. Flights are often cheaper, crowds are smaller, and there’s still plenty of adventure to be found.
Here are our top February destinations—direct from Liverpool or Manchester—with something for every type of traveller: beach bums, culture lovers, powder chasers, and long-haul explorers.
☀️ Barbados – Beach Bliss & Caribbean Cool
✈️ Direct from: Manchester (seasonal winter flights)
🌡 Avg Temp: 27–29°C
🍺 Pint: ~£3.50 (local beer)
🍽 Meal out: £10–£25 depending on vibes
🏖 Vibe: Relaxed luxury, reggae beats, golden sands
Why go:
Swap grey skies for Caribbean blue. February is dry season in Barbados – think wall-to-wall sunshine and balmy evenings. It’s also when Crop Over's quieter cousin, Holetown Festival, takes place.
Things to do:
Chill at Miami Beach or snorkel with turtles at Carlisle Bay
Tour the Mount Gay Rum Distillery 🍹
Explore Harrison’s Cave or hop aboard a catamaran cruise
Visit Oistins Fish Fry on Friday night for music, food & local vibes
🔥 Holiday Hack: Bring mini snacks or duty-free for your hotel – groceries are pricey on the island!
🎿 Andorra – Budget-Friendly Skiing in the Pyrenees
✈️ Nearest airports: Toulouse or Barcelona (then 3-4hr transfer)
🌡 Avg Temp: -2 to 5°C
🍺 Pint: ~£3
🍽 Meal out: ~£12
🎿 Vibe: Snowy fun, great for beginners/intermediates
Why go:
Andorra is often overlooked, but it's got great snow, stunning mountain views, and a fun après-ski scene—without Alpine price tags.
Things to do:
Ski or snowboard in Grandvalira, the largest resort
Visit the Caldea Thermal Spa in Escaldes-Engordany
Try snowmobiling or dog sledding
Explore Andorra la Vella for tax-free shopping
🔥 Holiday Hack: Book ski passes and equipment in advance online to save £££.
🏙 Marrakech, Morocco – Colourful Chaos & Culture
✈️ Direct from: Manchester or Liverpool
🌡 Avg Temp: 18–22°C
🍺 Pint: Alcohol is limited; beer in hotels/bars ~£4–5
🍽 Meal out: ~£8–10
🕌 Vibe: Exotic, vibrant, full of energy
Why go:
If you want warmth, spice and total sensory overload, Marrakech is your February fix. It's not too hot to explore, but sunny enough to feel like a real escape.
Things to do:
Wander the souks and haggle for rugs, spices, and lanterns
Chill out in a traditional hammam
Visit the Jardin Majorelle (YSL’s famous blue garden)
Take a day trip to the Atlas Mountains
🔥 Holiday Hack: Stay in a riad (a traditional guesthouse) for the full experience – they’re beautiful and often budget-friendly.
🌇 Valencia, Spain – Winter Sun Meets Cool Culture
✈️ Direct from: Manchester & Liverpool
🌡 Avg Temp: 16–18°C
🍺 Pint: ~£2.50
🍽 Meal out: £10–15
🌴 Vibe: Beach meets old town charm, ideal city break
Why go:
Less touristy than Barcelona, and sunnier than Madrid – Valencia gives you the best of both worlds. In February, it’s peaceful, mild, and still packed with colour and tapas.
Things to do:
Wander the historic old town and visit Valencia Cathedral
Cycle through Turia Gardens
Chill at Malvarrosa Beach with churros and sea breeze
Explore the City of Arts and Sciences – futuristic and fab for photos
🔥 Holiday Hack: Check if you’re there during Las Fallas pre-festival events – the energy builds early!
❄️ Copenhagen, Denmark – Cosy City Break with Scandi Style
✈️ Direct from: Manchester & Liverpool
🌡 Avg Temp: 0–4°C
🍺 Pint: ~£6.50
🍽 Meal out: £15–25
🧣 Vibe: Hygge, culture, and hot chocolate
✈️ Direct from: Manchester & Liverpool
🌡 Avg Temp: 0–4°C
🍺 Pint: ~£6.50
🍽 Meal out: £15–25
🧣 Vibe: Hygge, culture, and hot chocolate
Why go:
For a short-haul escape with serious winter charm, Copenhagen is ideal. It's stylish, compact, and made for moody cafés, canal walks, and cinnamon buns.
Things to do:
Visit Tivoli Gardens, even in winter it’s magical
Tour Rosenborg Castle and the Little Mermaid
Eat your way through Torvehallerne food market
Get cosy in candlelit cafés and try Danish pastries
🔥 Holiday Hack: Copenhagen Card = great value for museum entry + transport.
🧳 Final February Travel Tips
✈️ Off-Peak Perks: February (before half-term) is often cheaper for flights & hotels
💕 Valentine’s Breaks: Consider a romantic escape to a spa town or cosy cabin!
🎿 Ski Mid-Week: Prices for passes & stays drop if you go Sun–Thurs
