The beautiful destination that's a cheap and sunny swap for Dubai
According to new research which looked at prices in several top destinations, a five-day trip to Antalya in Turkey will cost Brits around £640.
Meanwhile the same trip in Dubai could cost tourists a whopping £896, more than £250 extra.
Antalya is a Turkish resort city located on the country's beautiful and sunny Turquoise Coast.
Lonely Planet reveals: 'The largest city on Turkey's western Mediterranean coastline is both classically beautiful and stylishly modern.
'The old city wraps around a splendid Roman-era harbour with clifftop views of hazy-blue mountain silhouettes that are worth raising a toast to.'
Antalya's best-rated attraction on Tripadvisor is Kaleci, its seafront historic district that dates back to the Roman era.
Within its winding streets tourists will find Hadrian's Gate, the city's clock tower and the Tekeli Mehmet Pasa Cami, an Ottoman-era mosque.
At Antalya museum, visitors will find collections spanning from the Paleolithic Age to the Ottoman era.
But of course many of the millions of tourists who visit Antalya every year are travelling for the Turquoise Coast's spectacular beaches.
Konyaalti Beach is the region's best-rated on Tripadvisor. Sunbathers can enjoy crystal-clear water and gorgeous views of the mountains.
Another top spot on the Turquoise Coast, Lara Beach is known for its golden sand and stretches for 8km.
Jet2, British Airways, easyJet, Pegasus and TUI all offer direct flights from the UK to Antalya. The flight takes around four and a half hours.
Total Travel Protection, which commissioned the research, also recommends going to Prague instead of London and Marrakech instead of Bali.
But if you've got your heart set on a break in Dubai or Bali, one of the team's travel experts has shared their top tips to save on a luxury holiday.
Sarah Findlay, travel expert at Total Travel Protection, explains: 'Don't overlook five-star hostels. You can get rooftop pools, designer decor and private suites for a fraction of what you'd pay at a luxury hotel.
'When it comes to dining, lunch is the ultimate luxury hack. Many Michelin-starred or fine dining restaurants offer lunchtime tasting menus at a fraction of the evening price, with the same quality and service.
'It's an easy way to elevate your experience without blowing through your budget.'
And if you're looking for a bargain city break, new research has revealed the cheapest destination for a holiday that won't break the bank.
According to the research, Linz in Austria is one of this year's cheapest destinations to fly to with one-way trips available for under £17.
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