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Fed up? Stressed? Let us take you on a journey to some of the world's most relaxing places as we escape to paradise in this photo gallery.

Ok, so it's cold and rainy outside, the mornings are dark and the nights are drawing in. So why not take a break, sit back and let us transport you to some of the world's most relaxing places...

Girls sunbathing in the Maldives
Get away from everything with a visit to the gems of the Indian Ocean, The Maldives
→ See more and find deals in our Maldives Destination Guide

or the most peaceful sunrise, experience a hot-air balloon above the Masai Mara park..
→ See more and find deals in our Kenya Destination Guide

A sunset boat trip down the Li River, China, it doesn't get much more relaxing than this..
→ See more and find deals in our China Destination Guide

...Or maybe it does, do absolutely nothing on the Cook Islands
→ See more paradise islands and find deals in our Destination Guide

Head to Sweden and enjoy the mesmerising Northern Lights..
→ Some of the countries where you can see them can be found in our Destination Guide

..Or watch the sun set in the Dominican Republic
→ See more and find deals in our Dominican Republic Destination Guide

Cruise your way through the peaceful Norwegian Fjords on water that's like glass
→ See more and find deals in our Norway Destination Guide

Being pampered at the same time, it doesn't get much more relaxing than this
→ See more and find deals in our Thailand Destination Guide

Blow away the cobwebs with a visit to Ella Falls, Sri Lanka..
→ See more and find deals in our Sri Lanka Destination Guide

Looking for some time away from everyone? You can get just that in the Maldives
→ See more and find deals in our Maldives Destination Guide

..Or how about some yoga on the beach at sunrise in Koh Phi Phi for pure serenity
→ See more and find deals in our Thailand Destination Guide

Try the healing treatments of Icleand's Blue Lagoon, swim in the hot springs
→ See more and find deals in our Iceland Destination Guide

Step onboard and immerse yourself in the magic of the Rocky Mountains in Canada
→ See more and find deals in our Canada Destination Guide

Take an unforgettable boat trip to the world famous Smuggler's Cove for total relaxation..
→ See more and find deals in our Zante Destination Guide

...Or maybe one beach isn't enough, try some peaceful island hopping in Malaysia
→ See more and find deals in our Malaysia Destination Guide

Sit, relax and take in stunning views, like this breathtaking vista in Bavaria, Germany
→ See more and find deals in our Germany Destination Guide

Beachcomber island in Fiji is the perfect paradise getaway
→ See more paradise islands and find deals in our Destination Guide

And if you're looking to really escape from it all, Ecuador may be a good choice for you
→ Find out more about South America in our Destination Guide

The Sunniest Places on Earth in Pictures

There may be little sun here in the UK, but some countries have more than their fair share - take a look at our photo gallery