UK travel companies SLASH prices to lure cash-strapped Brits on holiday this summer – the craziest deals from £249

The Irish Sun

3 days ago

IN a last-minute push to get Brits abroad for the
This is great news for anyone yet to book a break in
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Summer is a great time to head to the Med (pictured: Tenerife, Canary Islands)
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School holidays don't have to be expensive with deals under £300pp for the week
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Do you have kids who love the pool and want to spend all week having a
Or are you more of an adventure family that wants a great base to stay in a location with lots to see and do?
From a top spot on the
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This summer, the Sun Travel Team have found some don't-miss-it-deals to get you jetting off from as little as £279 per person for a week.
The deals below are all for seven nights, including flights, with prices based on two adults and two children. All the resorts have availability in July and August
TURKEY
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Marmaris Beach in Turkey is a gorgeous spot on the Turquoise Coast
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Two Seas Hotel,
Marmaris, Dalaman Coast, Turkey, £279pp
This hotel is in a great location along
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The hotel is self-catering, with a little kitchenette to make lunch or dinner. There is also a decent restaurant on-site and a snack bar adjacent to the large pool.
Kids also have their own splash pool and playground, making this a
Best deal:
Seven nights self-catering, flying on Ryanair from London Stansted on 31st July 2025 with
The Peloponnese penninsula - an underrated Greek holiday destination
Club Viva Hotel, Dalaman, Turkey, £249pp
Another top hotel on the
Located just outside the Marmaris area, it's a bit
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The hotel has a large pool, complete with a water slide, plus a children's splash area.
There is also a small playground for kids.
Just a short walk will get you to
Guests can use the buffet restaurant at the hotel, and there is a pool bar for snacks throughout the day, which has a children's buffet that helps with the constant requests for snacks.
Best deal:
Seven nights room only, including breakfast and flying from London Luton on WIZZ Air on 25th July 2025 with
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SPAIN
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Tenerife is a hot spot with year-round weather and affordable prices for Brits.
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5* DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort, Murcia, Spain,
£319pp
The 5-star feels a lot more luxurious than the price suggests.
Located within La Torre Golf Resort, the hotel has beautiful views over the golf course and a lake.
This deal is hard to beat and a superb choice for families looking for a
There is also a large main pool, with a bar and cafe.
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The
Best deal:
7 nights room only from 28th July 2025 £319pp Departing from London Luton with Ryanair with
Sol Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, £379pp
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You could be poolside at Sol Puerto La Cruz for less than £400-a-week this summer
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This hotel is in the
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If you want to go out exploring, there is
Wander the colourful streets around Plaza de Benito Perez Galdos. The rainbow houses are very Instagram-friendly, especially for teens.
Spend the afternoon at
The hotel has a compact pool, but you are also within walking distance to multiple beaches, so there are plenty of
Breakfast is in the large buffet restaurant, and there is also a bar and nightly entertainment in the evening.
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Best deal:
Seven-night stay, including breakfast and flights departing from Liverpool from £379pp with
GREECE
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The Greek Islands, like Corfu (pictured) are beautiful - and a real bargain if you go last minute
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Village Oasis, Malia, Crete, £306pp
This simple, self-catering hotel offers basic accommodation, but the location in lively Malia is excellent.
You are central to the resort area, packed with restaurants, bars and clubs and 1km from the popular beaches.
The hotel is relaxed with a decent-sized pool and a pool bar that is open all day, serving food and drink.
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Malia Beach has crystal clear water, shingle sand and plenty of beach activities, such as Banana Boats and pedalos.
Despite the busy main strip, the beach is surprisingly surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
Best deal: Seven nights self-catering, flying from London Stansted with Jet2holidays, which includes a 22kg suitcase each. Book with
Kaloudis Village Apartments, Corfu, £357pp
The
This family-run complex is loved by guests who often return for a second or third visit.
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Think lots of
It's near the beach, too.
The sandy
At the hotel, there's a pool bar that hosts quizzes and bingo in the evenings. Even if you don't win, you'll likely make a friend for life.
Best deal:
Seven nights self-catering, flying from Birmingham with TUI, which includes a 20kg suitcase each, £35. Book with
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Kavos Psarou Studios And Apartments, Zante, £349
Another resort that
This collection of studios & apartments is quietly located in an olive-tree garden, next to the
The apartments here, many of which have views of the sea, feel like a home away from home, so ideal for a longer stay.
In the garden, guests will find BBQ facilities, wooden benches and tables, as well as hammocks and sun loungers.
A playground is available for children, while parents can chill out and pretend they've swapped real life for a Mama Mia existence for a while.
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The town of Tsilivi and the main port of
Best deal: Seven nights self-catering, flying on 28th July from London Gatwick on TUI, £349 per person from