The British pound has strengthened considerably against a number of currencies over the past 12 months, and this can only mean one thing — the time is right for a perfect holiday overseas.

For instance, the pound has risen so much against the Brazilian real, it’s now is worth 42 per cent more reals than a year ago! So here’s an idea – why not skip the Christmas madness altogether and spend the holiday season sipping caipirinhas on Ipanema beach? Just a thought.

Read the full story that reveals even more great destinations here.

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