Cheap places to go on holiday: Where budget meets bucket list
Scrolling through yet another listicle about celebrities' extravagant vacays, wondering when your own Instagram feed will be blessed with palm trees or charming European streets? Let's talk cheap places to go on holiday where your wallet doesn't have to take one for the team. If you're a bargain-hunting ninja (and who isn't these days?) you've gotta know where to look (step one - done - obviously you're here so you're in the right place already - we got this!)
Flexibility is your best mate (we're not jealous). Flying midweek instead of weekends can knock a decent chunk off your flights, and booking around 1-3 months ahead for short-haul jollies tends to land you the best prices. Shoulder season (May, June, September) is where the real savings are - same sunshine, half the crowds, way less damage to the bank account.
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You don't need to fly halfway around the globe to feel like you've escaped. Cheap weekends away are the unsung heroes of refreshing your soul, even if it's just a quick jaunt across the water. Pack a small bag and you're sorted. Winner winner - chicken dinner. Mmmm Nando's.... speaking of, ever considered a trip to Portugal? A long weekend in the Algarve with a cold Super Bock and a plate of authentic peri peri chicken is proper good value - pints from around €2-3, meals for under a tenner, and beaches that'd give the Caribbean a run.
What about jollies under £200? You might be thinking there's a catch, but there really isn't. Destinations like Spain and Bulgaria are brilliant for cheap getaways - we're talking sunshine, great food and proper culture without the price tag. Turkey is another belter for value, especially if you go all-inclusive. Keep an eye on our latest deals for 2026 and 2027 - they move fast.
The BEST cheap holiday destinations
Your FOMO might be strong, but our cheapest deals are even stronger. We've got proper cheap flight and hotel packages that you'd swipe right on. For the cheapest weekend getaways, think beyond the usual suspects. Ever heard of Nessebar? It's a UNESCO-listed old town on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast with cobbled streets, ancient churches and a pint for about £2. Your wallet will love it.
Living the student life? Your reading weeks and summer breaks deserve more than a Netflix binge. How does island hopping in Greece or snorkelling in Thailand sound? With a bit of hunting, you'll find cheap holiday destinations for 2026 and 2027 with flight and hotel packages that even your student loan won't complain about.
Where's cheapest right now?
The pound's in good shape right now, which means your money goes properly far across Europe. Here's where we're seeing the best value for 2026 and 2027:
Spain - Still the undisputed champion of cheap jollies. The Costa Blanca (home to legendary Benidorm) consistently delivers some of our cheapest package deals, and the Canary Islands give you year-round sunshine from around four hours' flight. Whether it's a family week in Tenerife or a long weekend in Majorca, cheap Spain holidays and cheap Canaries holidays are always worth a look.
Portugal - The Algarve keeps delivering. Short flight, no time difference, incredible food and wine, and prices that sit well below the Western European average. A beer's around €2-3, a meal out around €10-15, and the beaches are world-class. Can't argue with that.
Greece - Islands like Crete, Corfu and Rhodes offer brilliant value outside peak summer. Book for May, June or September and you'll get gorgeous weather, quieter beaches and much friendlier prices. Cheap Greece holidays are a proper crowd-pleaser.
Bulgaria - One of Europe's best value destinations, full stop. A pint will set you back about £2, a restaurant meal around £8-10, and the Black Sea coast has long sandy beaches without the Med price tags. Sunny Beach is the go-to for nightlife and families, while quieter spots like Nessebar and Sozopol give you old-town charm on the cheap.
Turkey - Still brilliant value if you're after an all-inclusive with all the trimmings. Mega resorts with waterparks, kids' clubs and unlimited buffets at prices that are hard to beat anywhere else. The Antalya and Dalaman coasts are packed with 4 and 5-star options, and a meal for two in a local restaurant comes in at around £30. Cheap Turkey holidays are some of our most popular deals.
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Whether it's cheap long weekend breaks or cheap places to go abroad, we've got your jollies sorted. Holidays under £500? Sure. Cheap hotel and flights? Done. We're all about getting More Beach for Your Buck. So if you're sitting there scrolling on your phone, dreaming of cheap summer holiday destinations, remember: life's too short for boring jollies and too fabulous for overpriced ones. Keep that spirit high and those travel costs low, and you'll be globe-trotting like a pro.
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