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There is a certain point each winter where those of us who live in colder or drearier countries simply cannot wait for spring. Perhaps the days are too short or maybe there is just little sun at all but either way, between the cold and the vitamin D deficiency, we are well and truly sick of the winter. Unfortunately, there is no way to make this time go faster but you can head off to sunnier climes to help you get through it! Winter sun is an essential tradition for many or simply something that others have always wanted to enjoy and with our amazing selection of villas in some of the sunniest and most beautiful parts of Europe, we’re here to help make that happen! If you’re in search of a winter sun getaway in Europe this year then check out our guide to some of the best destinations and then browse our vacation rentals in each one to get planning that perfect break to help you get through those long winter months...

When you are on holidays in Spain one can expect that good food and incredible architectural gems often come hand-in-hand. If you are a foodie interested in setting a great atmosphere for your meals and you gave decided to find a vacation rental in Valencia, for example, you should definitely set aside some time to pay a visit to the Mercado de Colón, or Mercat de Colom (Columbus Market). This stunning and key example of the Valencian Art Nouveau style is a gorgeous historic gem that houses a vibrant and brilliant market within and is, therefore, a must for the most discerning of food lovers who have found a villa in Valencia and are exploring the culinary heritage of the region.

Located right in the historic core of the city of Valencia, between Colón street and Gran Vía Marqués de Turia, the Colón market has been declared an official national monument and was designed by Valencian architect Francisco Mora Berenguer between 1914 and 1916. Since 1890, residents and business owners in the neighbourhood had been petitioning for a more permanent market structure but work did not begin until Mora was commissioned despite earlier proposals for the building by other architects. Ultimately, the project was awarded to Mora in 1913 and he finally satisfied the board with his various alterations to the plans according to their needs and preferences.