Beach holidays

One of our top family-friendly resorts is Alcudia on Majorca’s beautiful north coast. Alcudia Beach ticks all the right boxes, with shallow turquoise water and soft sand – perfect for little ones who love the ocean, and for grown-ups looking to unwind. Home to sun-kissed beaches, and plenty to do for kids, Costa del Sol is a hotspot for family holidays. In Torremolinos, our pick of the beaches goes to Playamar, a long stretch of sand with children’s play areas, palm trees, and beach bars for an icy drink.

Lindos Beach in Rhodes is another amazing family destination, with calm, shallow water for safe splash-abouts. With its curve of golden sand, emerald-coloured sea, and the pretty village of Lindos in the background, the beach is an idyllic place to spend a beach holiday.

Corfu is popular with couples after a mix of buzzy evenings and laidback beaches. Nestled in the north, you’ll find Canal d’amour, a small sandy cove with a rock-formed tunnel for swimming. Local legend has it that couples who swim here are destined for ever-lasting love. For a taste of the exotic, spend a week in Turkey and the resort town of Antalya. You’ll discover mountainous backdrops, ancient ruins, and beautiful stretches of sand. Don’t miss Kaputaş Beach, a small cove with bright turquoise water and steep cliffs – one for the photo reel.

Another ideal couples’ destination is Fuerteventura, a beach-lovers paradise in the Canaries. Esmeralda Beach on the south coast is the island’s most romantic spot, with perfect azure water and mountains in the distance. Grab a cocktail, and take it all in.

For the best beach parties in Ibiza, make a beeline for Playa d’en Bossa, a glorious stretch of golden sand on the east coast. Things get going in the afternoon, and don’t wind down until morning. Be sure to check out the action at superclubs Ushuaïa, and Hï Ibiza. Magaluf is second only to Ibiza when it comes to dance ‘til you drop hedonism. This vibrant resort town in Majorca boasts an unstoppable nightlife full of clubs, bars and live music. As a bonus, the beach is beautiful, with soft sand and see-though water. Ayia Napa is the party destination in Cyprus. Make a day of it at Nissi beach, where you’ll find exciting water sports including jet skiing and parasailing. Stick around for the foam party at Nissi Bay Beach Bar, before heading to Ayia Napa Strip and the legendary Castle Club.

Going all inclusive is the smart way to make big savings on a beach holiday. With all your drinks and meals covered, all you need to do is hit the beach and work on that tan. Egypt is one of our top all inclusive destinations, with popular beachside hotels in Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh. Another great way to bag a bargain is with a last minute deal. You won’t need to fly tomorrow (you’ll have up to 6 weeks before you go) and you get to save those hard-earned pennies for cocktails on the beach. Crete is ever-popular, with gorgeous beaches and endless sunshine.

You can also keep costs down by grabbing a self catering holiday. Majorca is a top destination, with apartments right on the beach in Santa Ponsa and Cala d’Or. You’ll find fully-equipped kitchens, and supermarkets with all the essentials nearby.