School Holiday Getaways

Sand in your shoes, ice cream melting down your arm, swimming gear on at all times… there’s something really special about the memories kids make on school holiday breaks. We’re here to make it easy for you to plan a school holiday you’ll all love, whether it’s a few days away together at half term, a sunny escape at Christmas or Easter, or a summer getaway during those glorious weeks off in the middle of the year.

How to Find Cheap School Holiday Deals

Yes, you can afford to get away in the school holidays! Whatever your local school term and holiday dates, you’ll find family breaks to match your budget thanks to our flexible search options. From great-value destinations like Corfu to cheap flights, find your family getaway for less.

Cheap holidays

School Summer Holidays

This is the big one! It feels like the world’s your oyster when you have six weeks to play with. From family-sized apartments to child-friendly hotels, you're bound to find something to fit you all in with ease. Look forward to playing on warm sand, splashing down waterslides, and all the excitement of discovering somewhere new together. Whether you stay close to home in Spain or travel to more exotic shores, such as Tunisia, these summer holiday deals will keep the whole clan happy.

Summer holidays

Christmas Holidays Abroad

Celebrate Christmas and New Year in style! It’s like one big present, giving your kids the chance to let off steam without being cooped up indoors for the whole of the school Christmas holidays. Whether you’re enjoying sunshine and beach life somewhere exotic – like Egypt – or wrapped up warm in one of the world’s most beautiful cities, it’ll be a cracker of a family getaway. Only one question: if you’re on holiday at Christmas, will Santa know where to take the presents?

Christmas holidays

Easter School Holiday Breaks

With two weeks off in March or April (and the bonus of a long weekend for extra time off work), the school Easter holidays are a fantastic time for a family getaway. Summer sun destinations such as Croatia start to open up in late spring and you’ll still have your pick of the world’s year-round holidays, like Mexico, too! So, stop asking yourself ‘should I go on holiday at Easter?’ and start planning a break you’ll all love.

Easter 2023 Beach Breaks

All Inclusive Deals in School Holidays

A great way to keep a handle on your school holidays budget is an All Inclusive hotel that covers everything you need. Meals, drinks, entertainment and a range of sports and activities for all ages are usually part of the package so you can relax and enjoy your school break to the max. That should help stop the cries of “I’m bored”, if nothing else! And if you're looking for some of the best, we reckon All Inclusive holidays to Turkey should fit the bill.

All Inclusive Holidays

School Holidays with Teenagers

Kids growing up? Maybe you want to show them more of the world now they’re older (like Morocco), or perhaps you’re looking for the right holiday for teens with younger siblings, such as Florida or Portugal. With everything from waterparks and theme parks to beach chill-outs and city glam, there’s something out there to keep them happy in their next school holidays, whatever they’re into.

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October half term family holidays

We love the chance for an extra taste of summer in the autumn half term holidays – it’s such a treat after those first few weeks back in the routine of homework and early nights. October's a great time to go to places that have year-round T-shirt weather, such as Gran Canaria. Or how about Orlando’s theme parks for a Halloween-themed break?

Floridays Resort Orlando

Floridays Resort Orlando

USA, Florida, Orlando

Titanic Palace

Titanic Palace

Egypt, Hurghada

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Turkey, Antalya

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Turkey, Antalya, Lara

The Fives Beach All Inclusive

The Fives Beach All Inclusive

Mexico, Playa del Carmen

Serenity Fun City

Serenity Fun City

Egypt, Hurghada

Granada Luxury Belek

Granada Luxury Belek

Turkey, Antalya, Belek

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Gran Canaria Mogan

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Gran Canaria Mogan

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Puerto de Mogan

Universal's Endless Summer - Surfside Inn & Suites

Universal's Endless Summer - Surfside Inn & Suites

USA, Florida, Universal Orlando Resort

Sea Beach Aqua Park Resort

Sea Beach Aqua Park Resort

Egypt, Sharm el Sheikh

Club Tuana Fethiye

Club Tuana Fethiye

Turkey, Dalaman, Fethiye

Senza The Inn Resort & Spa

Senza The Inn Resort & Spa

Turkey, Antalya, Alanya

El Duque

El Duque

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Costa Adeje

Vitalclass Sports & Wellness Resort Lanzarote

Vitalclass Sports & Wellness Resort Lanzarote

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center

Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center

USA, Florida, Orlando

February half term beach breaks

Is February good for family holidays? Absolutely! There’s nothing quite like escaping the UK at that point when it feels like the winter will never end. Destinations like Lanzarote are lovely and warm at this time of year. Book a hotel with a kids’ club and you might even be able to sneak off for a little Valentine’s celebration, whether that’s a cheeky cocktail by the pool or a peaceful visit to the spa – it might not be precisely the 14th, but who’s keeping check?

Floridays Resort Orlando

Floridays Resort Orlando

USA, Florida, Orlando

Hotel LIVVO Lago Taurito

Hotel LIVVO Lago Taurito

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa de Taurito

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Gran Canaria Mogan

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Gran Canaria Mogan

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Puerto de Mogan

Paradise Island

Paradise Island

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Playa Blanca

Vitalclass Sports & Wellness Resort Lanzarote

Vitalclass Sports & Wellness Resort Lanzarote

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

Gran Oasis Resort

Gran Oasis Resort

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de las Americas

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Barcelo Lanzarote Active Resort

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

BLUESEA Costa Bastian

BLUESEA Costa Bastian

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa

Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa

Jamaica, Jamaica, Montego Bay

Green Garden Eco Resort

Green Garden Eco Resort

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de las Americas

Labranda Bahia De Lobos

Labranda Bahia De Lobos

Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Corralejo

Lopesan Baobab Resort

Lopesan Baobab Resort

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

Los Zocos Impressive Lanzarote

Los Zocos Impressive Lanzarote

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

Spring Hotel Bitacora

Spring Hotel Bitacora

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de las Americas

Occidental Jandía Mar

Occidental Jandía Mar

Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Jandia

Summer half term holidays

Summer's only just beginning by the May or June break and, let's be honest, the British weather’s not exactly reliable! So, book a half-term beach holiday to put some sun in your step and give the kids a chance to refresh before the last few weeks of the school year. We recommend Menorca, along with the other Balearic Islands – they're warming up at this time of year and are only a short flight away, so you can really make the most of your week off the school run.

Titanic Palace

Titanic Palace

Egypt, Hurghada

Mitsis Rodos Maris

Mitsis Rodos Maris

Greece, Rhodes, Kiotari

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Turkey, Antalya

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Turkey, Antalya, Lara

Serenity Fun City

Serenity Fun City

Egypt, Hurghada

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

Cyprus, Paphos, Chloraka

Granada Luxury Belek

Granada Luxury Belek

Turkey, Antalya, Belek

Eftalia Ocean Resort and Spa

Eftalia Ocean Resort and Spa

Turkey, Antalya

Sea Beach Aqua Park Resort

Sea Beach Aqua Park Resort

Egypt, Sharm el Sheikh

LABRANDA Kiotari Miraluna Resort

LABRANDA Kiotari Miraluna Resort

Greece, Rhodes, Kiotari

Club Tuana Fethiye

Club Tuana Fethiye

Turkey, Dalaman, Fethiye

Senza The Inn Resort & Spa

Senza The Inn Resort & Spa

Turkey, Antalya, Alanya

Royal Lagoons Resort & Aqua Park

Royal Lagoons Resort & Aqua Park

Egypt, Hurghada

Sentido Pelagos Suites Hotel

Sentido Pelagos Suites Hotel

Greece, Kos, Lambi

Rosamar Garden Resort

Rosamar Garden Resort

Spain, Costa Brava, Lloret de Mar

Mitsis Rodos Maris

Mitsis Rodos Maris

Greece, Rhodes, Kiotari

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa

Turkey, Antalya

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Turkey, Antalya, Lara

Granada Luxury Belek

Granada Luxury Belek

Turkey, Antalya, Belek

Club Tuana Fethiye

Club Tuana Fethiye

Turkey, Dalaman, Fethiye

Senza The Inn Resort & Spa

Senza The Inn Resort & Spa

Turkey, Antalya, Alanya

May bank holiday short breaks

We’ve got lots of ideas for things to do on May bank holiday weekends! How about hopping across to Dublin, Copenhagen or Amsterdam for a quick change of scene – they’re great cities to visit with teenagers, and perfect for a long weekend off school. Or live the dream at Disneyland Paris. It’s easy to get to via the Eurostar, and ideal for a short break.

Explorers Hotel at Disneyland Paris

Explorers Hotel at Disneyland Paris

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Dream Castle Paris

Dream Castle Paris

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Campanile Val de France Ex Kyriad Disneyland

Campanile Val de France Ex Kyriad Disneyland

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Staycity Aparthotels near Disneyland ® Paris

Staycity Aparthotels near Disneyland ® Paris

France, Paris, East Disneyland Paris

Jupiter Lisboa

Jupiter Lisboa

Portugal, Lisbon

Andersen Boutique Hotel

Andersen Boutique Hotel

Denmark, Copenhagen

Grandi By Center Hotels

Grandi By Center Hotels

Iceland, Reykjavik

Mondrian Suites Hotel Berlin Checkpoint Charlie

Mondrian Suites Hotel Berlin Checkpoint Charlie

Germany, Berlin

Scandic Copenhagen

Scandic Copenhagen

Denmark, Copenhagen

Grand Magic Hotel (Ex Magic Circus)

Grand Magic Hotel (Ex Magic Circus)

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Best Western Hotel Grand Parc

Best Western Hotel Grand Parc

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross

Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown

Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

All Suites Noisy Le Grand

All Suites Noisy Le Grand

France, Paris, East Disneyland Paris

Adagio Aparthotel Serris Val d'Europe

Adagio Aparthotel Serris Val d'Europe

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

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