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From city breaks to ski and sauna weekends, head to colder climes for an elegant way to enjoy the season

Bilbao is a classic European city break destination: small enough to walk across in an hour and filled with lush parks, bustling pintxos bars (you’re rarely more than 6ft away from a cocktail stick sk

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Nestled in snow-capped mountains, frosty forests or twinkling cities, these spa getaways come into their own when the mercury drops

Alicante is famous for its beaches; less so for its hiking. But in the Sierra de la Serrella, a short hop from the city, Isis Taylor discovers a network of trails that combine natural beauty with an insight into ancient cultures