Whatever time of year you go on holiday, there’s a part of Spain that will be perfect. You can’t top Majorca in the summer, while Benidorm is ideal for summer fun and winter relaxation, plus you’ll always find a shop nearby for supplies. The sun also shines all year round in Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, so you can look forward to picnics on the beach, waterpark adventures and days out exploring national parks and local towns – without worrying about being back at your hotel in time for dinner.

Fancy mixing things up on your next holiday? Sightseeing in an age-old city one day, relaxing on a beautiful beach the next, and maybe venturing over to a neighbouring island later in the week? Then you’ll love Malta! Self catering here is a great idea, as there’s plenty of local food to try. When you’re not dining out on lampuki fish pie, rabbit stew or the Italian-inspired timpana pasta dish, you can rustle something up at your apartment.

For low-cost holidays abroad or in the UK, self catering’s hard to beat. You’re in full control of your food and drink budget, so you can be much more choosy about how to spend your holiday savings. Great destinations for a value getaway include the Spanish Costas, which are known for their choice of affordable holiday apartments, and the Greek islands with their inexpensive taverna menus. Make sure you check out our self-catering deals, too – you could bag a bargain!