| Australia (Cairns) | 22 hours | Plus 7 hours | The monsoon season hits Cairns from November to March and is best avoided. From May to late June is sunny, warm and dry. | It is illegal for babies to travel in a car with no fixed car seat in Cairns. |
| Australia (Sydney) | 23 hours | Plus 10 hours | Sydney's an all year round destination, but if you want to avoid high humidity and the ocasional downpour avoid between Oct and March. | Explore the Blue Mountains and sample some Australian seafood, Sydney is packed with great restaurants. |
| Canada (Toronto) | 7 hours | Minus 5 hours | Eastern Canada is a place of contrasts. Heat and sun in the summer and severe cold and snow in the winter. | The CN Tower is the world's tallest building with views of up to 75 miles on a clear day. |
| Canada (The Rockies) | 10 hours | Minus 8 hours | Winter is extremely snowy and cold and great for winter sports. Spring to autumn is perfect for sightseeing and travelling. | Pre buy your lift passes with Expedia to save time and money on your skiing holiday! |
| Canary Islands | 4.5 hours | GMT | The weather in the Canary Islands is pleasant all year round, with winter to spring the most popular times to visit. | Hire a car and explore the beautiful countryside away from the main resorts. |
| Caribbean | 7 hours | Minus 4 hours | Late winter and early spring are ideal, although this is the high tourist season and can be crowded and expensive. | Caribbean food can be hit and miss, so book all inclusive for guaranteed great grub! |
| Cyprus | 4.5 to 5 hours | Plus 2 hours | Late spring and late summer are great times to visit; high summer can be very hot. | Cross the border into the northern Turkish Republic at various check points. |
| Egypt | 4 hours | Plus 2 hours | Spring is a great time to visit, when the weather is warm but not uncomfortably so as it can be in the summer months. | Tipping is part of the Egyptian culture. |
| Finnish Lapland | 3 hours | Plus 2 hours | For a trip to see Father Christmas winter is the only time when the landscape turns into a winter wonderland. | During winter Lapland experiecnes almost no sunshine and in summer virtually no darkness. |
| France | 1-2 hours | Plus 1 hour | Summer is great for a beach holiday, spring for a city break or of course winter for skiing. | Motorways can become extremely busy in the summer months, when most of the French population heads on holiday. |
| Germany | 2 hours | Plus 1 hour | Winter can be cold and snowy but it is worth braving for the Christmas markets. Summer is warm with mild spells in spring. | Germany will be extremely busy next summer due to them hosting the 2006 World Cup. |
| Greece | 3.5 hours | Plus 2 hours | Summer is the most popular time to visit, although spring and autumn are great options for travel. Most amenities and attractions close for winter. | Transportation to the Greek Islands is limited in winter and many hotels close until April. |
| Hong Kong | 12.5 hours | Plus 8 hours | Spring and winter are perfect if you're looking for warm and sunny weather. Summer can be very hot and humid. | Take a ride on the Star Ferry; always popular with children. |
| Ireland | 1 hour | GMT | Summer can be warm and pleasant, spring and autumn changeable and winter cold and rainy. It's not called the Emerald Isle for nothing! | While kids may not enjoy history and culture, they can enjoy the stunning countryside and beaches. |
| Israel | 5 hours | Plus 2 hours | Israel is hot and sunny all year round with spring and autumn being the most popular tourist times. | Be aware of the security situation and avoid potential danger areas such as Gaza and the West bank. |
| Italy | 2 to 2.5 hours | Plus 1 hour | Spring and autumn are great times to visit, when the weather is pleasant and the cities and countryside less busy than in high summer. | Be sure to check the opening times of museums, cathedrals and historic sites. |
| Japan | 12 hours | Plus 9 hours | Spring and autumn are great times to visit Japan; winter can be bitterly cold and summer can become uncomfortably hot. | Visit the Saniro theme park near Tokyo (the home of Hello Kitty). |
| Kenya | 10 hours | Plus 3 hours | January and February offer heat and sunshine, with the rains hitting in spring. November and December are great for finding cheap flights and hotels. | Check all vaccination requirements before you travel to Kenya. |
| Malta | 3 hours | Plus 1 hour | Late winter and spring offer ideal weather conditions and far better prices than the roasting summer. | Be sure to visit the Megalithic temples on Malta and Gozo, the oldest stone structures in the world. |
| Mexico | 11 hours | Minus 6 hours | Mexico is a great all year round destination, with high temperatures in summer and guaranteed year round sunshine. | Try and catch a local fiesta. |
| Morocco | 2.5 hours | GMT | Morocco experiences extremely hot summers: temperatures become more accommodating from March to November. | Visit a traditional souk for and experience Moroccan culture at first hand. |
| New Zealand | 22 hours | Plus 12 hours | The New Zealand summer tends to be warm and sunny; the winter is cold and snowy. Spring and autumn are both also pleasant. | Consider stopping over for a few days in the Far East. |
| Portugal | 2.5 hours | GMT | Summer can be very hot in the Algarve, and the good weather lasts all year until the deepest parts of winter. | Remember to pack sun tan lotion if planning a holiday in the hot Portuguese sun. |
| Seychelles | 10 hours | Plus 4 hours | It is most expensive to visit the Seychelles in the middle of winter and summer. The weather is warm and sunny all year round. | Discover the islands and try and combine with a trip to East Africa for a safari. |
| South Africa | 10 hours | Plus 2 hours | The peak tourist season runs from November to January. Prices drop outside of this time. | Be aware there are some no-go areas in South Africa, take the advice of your hotel or guide. |
| Spain | 2 to 2.5 hours | Plus 1 hour | Late spring and late summer are great times to visit; summer can be very hot and the cities and beaches crowded with visitors. | Don’t leave booking too late as cheap flights to Spain sell out quickly. |
| Thailand | 11 hours | Plus 7 hours | During winter the weather is fine and warm. The monsoon season hits in early January and February. | Check all vaccinations requirements before you travel to Thailand. |
| Turkey | 4.5 hours | Plus 2 hours | Spring and autumn present perfect weather conditions. Summer can be uncomfortably hot. Many beaches and resorts close for winter. | Some Turkish destinations have fairly long transfer times, check before booking. |
| USA/East Coast | 10 hours | Minus 5 hours | Florida is an all year round destination; Thanksgiving and through to Christmas can be very busy. | Buy theme park and other attraction tickets in advance to avoid queues. |
| USA/West Coast | 11 hours | Minus 8 hours | Winter is a great time to visit, when the weather is still warm and sunny and the prices drop. | Consider hiring a car to explore all the West coast has to offer. |
