Summer Holidays

Spain, Greece, Turkey, Cyprus and Portugal keep topping the list for UK holidaymakers year after year  – and it's not hard to see why. Reliable sunshine, short direct flights and a wide range of family and adult-only hotels.

Generally, yes – prices for flights and hotels tend to rise during the main school summer holiday weeks in July and August, so going in June or September can often mean lower prices and quieter resorts.

Beyond the obvious sun cream and swimwear, it's worth packing a light layer for air-conditioned spaces and evenings, a reusable water bottle, and any adaptors needed for your destination's plug sockets.

Booking six to nine months ahead typically gives the best choice of All Inclusive hotels and room types, particularly for the most popular destinations and peak July–August dates.