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?

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?

Hotel LIVVO Lago Taurito

Hotel LIVVO Lago Taurito

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa de Taurito

Pierre et Vacances Village Club Fuerteventura Origo Mare

Pierre et Vacances Village Club Fuerteventura Origo Mare

Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Corralejo

Floridays Resort Orlando

Floridays Resort Orlando

USA, Florida, Orlando

Hollywood Mirage

Hollywood Mirage

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Los Cristianos

Paradise Island

Paradise Island

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Playa Blanca

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort

USA, Florida, Orlando

El Duque

El Duque

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Costa Adeje

Barcelo Fuerteventura Mar

Barcelo Fuerteventura Mar

Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Caleta de Fuste

BLUESEA Costa Bastian

BLUESEA Costa Bastian

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center

Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center

USA, Florida, Orlando

Lopesan Baobab Resort

Lopesan Baobab Resort

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

Sol Lanzarote All Inclusive

Sol Lanzarote All Inclusive

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen

Bluebay Beach Club

Bluebay Beach Club

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Bahia Feliz

BLUESEA Hotel Los Fiscos

BLUESEA Hotel Los Fiscos

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen

Piramides Resort (ex Las Piramides)

Piramides Resort (ex Las Piramides)

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de las Americas

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

Calido Maris Hotel

Calido Maris Hotel

Turkey, Antalya, Manavgat

Hotel San Pietro

Hotel San Pietro

Italy, Lake Garda, Limone sul Garda

Jupiter Albufeira Hotel Family & Fun

Jupiter Albufeira Hotel Family & Fun

Portugal, Algarve, Albufeira

Mitsis Family Village Beach

Mitsis Family Village Beach

Greece, Kos, Kardamena

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Side

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Side

Turkey, Antalya, Side

Granada Luxury Belek

Granada Luxury Belek

Turkey, Antalya, Belek

Poiano Resort Hotel

Poiano Resort Hotel

Italy, Lake Garda, Garda

Sea Beach Aqua Park Resort

Sea Beach Aqua Park Resort

Egypt, Sharm el Sheikh

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort

Cyprus, Paphos, Chloraka

Aqua Fantasy Aquapark Hotel & Spa

Aqua Fantasy Aquapark Hotel & Spa

Turkey, Aegean Coast, Kusadasi

Eftalia Aqua Hotel

Eftalia Aqua Hotel

Turkey, Antalya, Alanya

Serenity Fun City

Serenity Fun City

Egypt, Hurghada

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

Calido Maris Hotel

Calido Maris Hotel

Turkey, Antalya, Manavgat

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Side

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Side

Turkey, Antalya, Side

Granada Luxury Belek

Granada Luxury Belek

Turkey, Antalya, Belek

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

Grand Magic Hotel (Ex Magic Circus)

Grand Magic Hotel (Ex Magic Circus)

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Leonardo Museumhotel Amsterdam City Center

Leonardo Museumhotel Amsterdam City Center

Netherlands, Amsterdam

Sandhotel by Kea hotels

Sandhotel by Kea hotels

Iceland, Reykjavik

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

MS Aparthotel

MS Aparthotel

Portugal, Lisbon

Cassidy's Hotel

Cassidy's Hotel

Republic of Ireland, Dublin

Adagio Aparthotel Serris Val d'Europe

Adagio Aparthotel Serris Val d'Europe

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

L'Elysee Val D'Europe

L'Elysee Val D'Europe

France, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Holiday Inn Lisboa

Holiday Inn Lisboa

Portugal, Lisbon

Real Palacio

Real Palacio

Portugal, Lisbon

Urban Lodge Hotel

Urban Lodge Hotel

Netherlands, Amsterdam

ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport

ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport

Netherlands, Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Hotels

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