Editor’s pick: Travel deals of the month

Winter sun in the Maldives

While temperatures plummet back home, what could be better than escaping to the Maldives? This Indian Ocean archipelago boasts more than 1,000 islands, which are blessed with white powdery beaches and limpid lagoons. If that sounds like something you can get onboard with, check out this deal for a week in the Maldives from just £839pp, including flights, accommodation and taxes.

Take a late break to the Maldives and escape winter
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Ski deals to Europe

As the winter season approaches there are some sick ski packages available for early bookers. Whether you fancy a long weekend on the slopes in Europe or 10 days riding the pistes of North America, here are some of the best ski offers this winter – including a four-night stay in Andorra for £155pp (including flights, B&B accommodation and taxes).

Early bird deals abound for skiing holidays to Europe
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Hot half-term holidays

Treat the family to a sunny sojourn this half term. Resorts in Lanzarote, Malta and Egypt, amongst others, have some excellent half term deals available. Standout offers include seven nights in Malta for just £359pp (including flights, accommodation and taxes; based on a family of four sharing).

Why not treat the family to a half term holiday in Malta?
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Christmas breaks to Europe

As the season of goodwill approaches, we’re happy to share with our readers a clutch of festive bargains to Europe’s best Christmas markets. Deals abound in cities such as Prague, Berlin and Frankfurt which are home to some of the continent's larger festive bazaars. Our pick is a three-night stay in Berlin for £149 (including accommodation and flights).

Take advantage of a cheap festive break to Europe this winter
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Last minute deal to LA

This Californian megalopolis has it all; golden beaches, world-class cultural attractions and some of the finest dining in the USA. Oh, and did we mention the weather? Happily, you can grab a piece of the action with this last-minute trip to Los Angeles for £973pp (including flights, seven nights' accommodation and taxes).

How about a week in the City of Angels from just £973?
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