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Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Daily Mail
The best bargain destinations for last-minute holidays revealed - as popular beach destination takes the crown
With the summer holidays beginning, many Brits may be trying their best to find a cheap getaway. And the exact destinations families can bag a bargain holiday have been revealed. From the Mediterranean to Europe, there 's deals available from as low as £562 per person in three to four star hotels. TravelSupermarket analysed family holiday searches between July 6 - 20 for departures between July 18 and August 24 and compiled a list of the top ten last minute holidays at great prices. The top two destinations are both in Turkey and priced under £600, with Dalaman coming first at £562 per person, and Antalya following at £591 per person. Costa Brava in Spain places third, costing £640 per person, while Lanzarote is fourth at £666 per person. Located south of Barcelona, Costa Dorada comes fifth at £679, and is followed by Hammamet in Tunisia with an affordable North African alternative costing £701 per person. Back in Europe, Tenerife places seventh at £701, while Costa Blanca ranks eighth at £723. Ten bargain holidays Dalaman, Turkey - £562 per person Antalya, Turkey - £591 per person Costa Brava, Spain - £640 per person Lanzarote, Spain - £666 per person Costa Dorada, Spain - £679 per person Hammamet, Tunisia - £701 per person Tenerife, Spain - £701 per person Costa Blanca, Spain - £723 per person Gran Canaria, Spain - £737 per person Algarve, Portugal - £738 per person Gran Canaria comes ninth at £737, and Portugal's Algarve finishes tenth at £738 per person. However, some destinations seem to spiral with their prices. A trip to Paphos in Cyprus can be as high as £1,146 per person. While Egypt was priced at £1,027 per person and Ibiza in Spain came to £901 per person. Steph Marinkovic, Head of Editorial at TravelSupermarket, described the prices as 'great value' considering the current market. She said: 'We're seeing exceptional value across traditional favourites like the Spanish costas and Canaries, while Turkey continues to offer unbeatable prices for families. 'The fact that families can expect to find average prices from under £600 for 7-night breaks to these stunning destinations is great value in today's market. 'Whether you're drawn to Turkey's all-inclusive resorts, Spain's family-friendly costas, or Portugal's stunning Algarve, there are still exceptional deals available for last-minute bookers.' Chris Webber, Head of Holidays and Deals at TravelSupermarket, put the deals in Turkey down to the increase in capacity in flights to the area. He explained: 'Turkey's dominance in our rankings isn't surprising given the massive capacity increases we've seen this year. 'This year SunExpress has added 10,000 extra seats and new flights to Dalaman and Antalya, Jet2 has launched from London Luton with Turkish routes, and Ryanair has introduced new Stansted services to both Dalaman and Bodrum. 'Dalaman has been a consistently cheap beach destination in our data, so these last-minute prices fit perfectly with that trend. 'We're operating in a lates market now, with more price-conscious customers waiting until the last minute to bag bargains – our data shows exactly where you should start that search.' It comes after the most overcrowded tourist destinations in the world were revealed, with a European country taking the top spot
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Daily Mail
The gorgeous city that's one of the cheapest places to fly this summer - and beers are only £2.50
Looking for a cheap summer getaway? You're in luck. A charming and historic city in Germany is officially this year's cheapest destination to fly to, according to Skyscanner. The flight comparison website has revealed that the average cost of a flight to Bremen in summer is just £60, making it the ideal choice for a bargain getaway. Located in north west Germany, Bremen has a historic city centre and a unique connection to fairytales. A Brothers Grimm fairytale, the 'Town Musicians of Bremen' features four domestic animals who flee their masters and run away to become musicians in Bremen. The story's quirky characters are immortalized in a statue found to the west of the town hall. Visitors often queue to touch the donkey's legs which are said to bring good luck. And Bremen's charming old town certainly looks like something out of a fairytale. Known as the Schnoor (or string), the old town is a pretty maze of 15th and 16th century buildings. A tourist writes on Tripadvisor: 'The Schnoor is a truly enchanting neighbourhood that immediately captivated us. As soon as you enter these historic streets you can feel the special atmsophere.' Another says: 'Beautiful surroundings to walk through and enjoy. Plenty of small streets. Highly recommended.' The city's main square, Bremen Marktplatz, is just five minutes walk from the Schnoor and is dominated by the city's Gothic Town Hall. Bremen Town Hall holds UNESCO status and was built in 1405, serving as the seat of state government since then. Tourists can opt for a guided tour of the Town Hall or stand outside to admire Bremen's famous Roland statue. Standing at just over 10 metres, the Roland statue is the largest free-standing statue remaining from the German Middle Ages. The Roland is a symbolic figure of the city's freedom and makes for an attractive photo backdrop. If you're looking for something a little more contemporary, check out the Universum Bremen, a science museum that's one of the city's top attractions. The museum is split into three subject areas - Technology, Human and Nature - and even has an outdoor zone. A tourist says on Tripadvisor: 'Whether young or old you can spend hours here. Great!' And don't leave Bremen without sampling one of its culinary delicacies. Bremen Tourism describes 'Kohl und Pinkel' (kale and sausage) as the city's most 'renowned speciality'. As its name suggests, it's a traditional sausage dish served with locally grown kale. For dessert, try Bremen Kaffebrot (coffee bread), a traditional treat usually eaten with coffee. Made from sliced white bread, coated with butter, sugar and cinnamon, it's toasted before being served. It's not just flights that are cheap as reveals that a beer in Bremen is just €2.99/£2.50 on average. Beck's Brewery was founded in Bremen and tourists can go on a tour which includes a beer tasting. The city also a thriving craft beer scene.
