Not feeling like travelling far? Consider local travel instead: As temperatures begin to cool, Egypt is the perfect destination your next vacation during the winter season. Cairo’s long sunny days and breezy evenings are in full swing this season, with plenty of opportunity abound to explore the city’s culture, art and festivities. Time Out Dubai has a long list of things to do this year in the city, whether it’s going old-school and visiting the Pyramids on a sunny winter day, or taking the Instagram-worthy path to renowned attractions like the Khan El Khalili bazaar, downtown Cairo and the Cairo Opera House.

And if you’re looking to escape the city, but stay nifty and budget-friendly this season, check out these fantastic affordable weekend getaway destinations that’ll take you far away from the city’s bustling streets and give you a taste of paradise. The top 6 list include known favorites such as Ras Sudr and Fayoum, but has a bunch of lesser known attractions such as Sekem eco-village and the stunning Coptic retreat of Anafora (pictured above).