UK travel companies SLASH prices to lure cash-strapped Brits on holiday this summer – the craziest deals from £249
COSTA DEAL SOL UK travel companies SLASH prices to lure cash-strapped Brits on holiday this summer – the craziest deals from £249
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IN a last-minute push to get Brits abroad for the summer break, holiday companies like TUI, Jet2 and Easyjet are slashing prices.
This is great news for anyone yet to book a break in July and August, as families can currently snap up a week in the sun for bonkers prices.
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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 splashing time?
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 Turquoise Coast to the islands of sunny Spain, these resorts are in some of the most popular areas for Brits and offer everything from splash parks to swim-up bars.
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 Turkey's Turquoise Coast, within walking distance to the beach.
Marmaris is a vibrant area with lively nightlife on Bar Street, and a long promenade that lines the coast with affordable restaurants and bars.
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 brilliant budget option for a family trip.
Best deal: Seven nights self-catering, flying on Ryanair from London Stansted on 31st July 2025 with loveholidays.com
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Club Viva Hotel, Dalaman, Turkey, £249pp
Another top hotel on the Turkish Riviera is the Club Viva Hotel.
Located just outside the Marmaris area, it's a bit calmer and quieter than being in the action. There is a shuttle bus running guests into town, which takes around 10 minutes.
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 Marmaris beach, which is busy but has lots of facilities, sun beds, cafes and bars along the sand.
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 loveholidays.com
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 luxury holiday in the sun, with excellent facilities including a kids' club and children's pool.
There is also a large main pool, with a bar and cafe.
Murica itself has everything Brits love about Spain, but without the crowds and 18-30 vibes.
The historic old town is very beautiful and you will be spoilt for choice with charismatic bars and tasty tapas bars.
Best deal: 7 nights room only from 28th July 2025 £319pp Departing from London Luton with Ryanair with loveholidays.com
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 north of Tenerife, offering the chance to explore a different side of the island.
If you want to go out exploring, there is a lot to do around the hotel.
Wander the colourful streets around Plaza de Benito Perez Galdos. The rainbow houses are very Instagram-friendly, especially for teens.
Spend the afternoon at Lago Martianez, an outdoor lido with seawater pools that is also an open-air museum of contemporary art.
The hotel has a compact pool, but you are also within walking distance to multiple beaches, so there are plenty of places to enjoy the sun.
Breakfast is in the large buffet restaurant, and there is also a bar and nightly entertainment in the evening.
Best deal: Seven-night stay, including breakfast and flights departing from Liverpool from £379pp with travelsupermarket.com
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.
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 jet2holidays
Kaloudis Village Apartments, Corfu, £357pp
The Greek islands are full of character and this hotel perfectly embodies that.
This family-run complex is loved by guests who often return for a second or third visit.
Think lots of Greek charm, a community feel and set within beautiful landscaped gardens.
It's near the beach, too.
The sandy Arilas Beach is a beautiful, sheltered cove and ideal for families who want to play in the sand and the shallow waves.
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 tui.co.uk
Kavos Psarou Studios And Apartments, Zante, £349
Another resort that oozes Greek charm is Kavos Psarou in Zante.
This collection of studios & apartments is quietly located in an olive-tree garden, next to the Blue Flag Psarou Beach.
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.
The town of Tsilivi and the main port of Zakynthos are just a short drive away, so there is plenty of chance to venture out and explore.
Best deal: Seven nights self-catering, flying on 28th July from London Gatwick on TUI, £349 per person from loveholidays.com
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