Cyprus is a year-round destination, with Paphos being the focus for most visitors in autumn. The coastal city has plenty of charm, with an excellent selection of bars and restaurants. Take a trip to the scenic Troodos Mountains, where you see the ancient monasteries, and even ski! And, of course, the chances of amazing weather are superb - just the tonic to fight off the cold weather blues. Very Cheap Holidays offers a seven-night getaway at the three-star Stephanos Hotel with flights from Gatwick for £129 per person in November.
- November is the perfect time to see the Northern Lights and explore Iceland's exciting capital Reykjavik. Take in the colourful harbour and stunning Old Town, with its many bars and restaurants, or venture outside the city to get the best view of the Northern Lights, enjoy the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, or even take in a spot of whale watching. A three-night break in Reykjavik costs from £255 per person with lastminute.com, including return flights from Stansted departing 18 November and accommodation at the four-star Room with a View Apartments on a room-only basis.
For a complete change of pace, head for Goa to enjoy rest and relaxation in November. Many travellers who go to this part of India do so for no less than three weeks due to it being extremely cheap for an exotic destination. If you are a big fan of Benidorm, perhaps give Goa a miss. But if you want to slow right down, you can get your flip flops on, enjoy the hot sunshine, picturesque beaches and warm Goan hospitality. Very Cheap Holidays offers seven nights at the two-star Palmarnina Hotel in Calangute for £439 per person, including flights from Gatwick.
Yes, really! From 2 November 2016, this Caribbean island will be accessible to all as Norwegian is resuming its cheap winter sun route from London Gatwick to Puerto Rico from just £159 one way, or £249.20 return. Puerto Rico's off-peak season runs from May through November, meaning you can enjoy the last of it and make the most of hotel rates slashed by up to 40 per cent. Casa Blanca Hotel, located in Old San Juan, for example, offers rooms from £85 per night in November. In Puerto Rico's capital city San Juan, you can admire 16th-century buildings, explore the vibrant bar scene and soak up the sunshine on the beaches of Escambron and Condado.
- Amsterdam is quiet in November as the summer tourists have left and the Christmas visitors have not yet arrived. This puts the flights and hotel rates to one of their lowest peaks: flights to Schiphol start at just £67 per person and hotel rooms start from £39 per night. Mid-November sees the arrival of Dutch Santa Class, Sinterklaas, who circles the capital to address his fans before touring the Netherlands until 5 December, and the International Documentary Film Festival also takes place. A stay at the Golden Tulip Amsterdam West costs from £55 per room per night with alpharooms.com.
A November trip to Orlando is around 40 per cent cheaper than going in the busy summer months and still warm enough to get a glow from the sun. If you're travelling with toddlers, you also don’t have to waiver in the summer heat and can avoid the busy crowds in the theme parks. For those who love to shop, Orlando's outlets are the perfect place to do your Christmas shopping, but be prepared to buy extra luggage on your way home to cater for your shopping splurges. Very Cheap Holidays offers a seven-night holiday at the three-star Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista for £559 per person, including flights from Manchester.
- Lanzarote is a marvellous place to explore in November, particularly early in the month, when temperatures reach up to 25C and you can still swim in the sea. The added bonus is that it offers great value at this time of year and there are far fewer people about. The north of the island is a must-visit if you like to be away from the crowds to discover beautiful beaches and incredible landscapes. Doris and Dicky offers stays at charming B&B La Casona de Yaiza from £72.46 per night.
- Alanya offers a great blend of history in a modern tourist resort. The Turkish beach spot is ideal for couples looking to escape autumn in the UK. With the already excellent value of a holiday in Turkey and a wonderful choice of all-inclusive resorts, you can book a trip to Alanya in November for a bargain while avoiding the summer crowds. Very Cheap Holidays offers a seven-night break at the five-star Goldcity Tourism Complex on an all-inclusive basis for £200 per person in November.
- You can visit Cape Verde virtually all year round due to the fantastic weather and lack of rain. November is a lovely time to visit as temperatures average 26C and you can expect only four rainy days in the entire month. The glorious weather is not the only reason to visit Cape Verde as the beaches are as dreamy as they come, too. Very Cheap Holidays offers a seven-night escape on the island of Sal for £475 per person, including flights from Gatwick and an all-inclusive stay at Crioula Club Hotel.
Bag a bargain in Prague as November is the perfect time to enjoy five-star luxury for under £100 and enjoy the beautiful city just before the Christmas rush. Wrap up warm as strolling through Prague's Old Town with its astronomical clock or crossing Charles Bridge is truly wonderful in November. lastminute.com offers a two-night break at the five-star Corinthia Hotel from £91 per person on a room only basis, including flights from Luton departing 22 November.