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I LOVE Christmas. The lights, the food, wandering around a market convincing myself another overpriced mulled wine counts as supporting a small business…

But I also love being warm and not spending a fortune – in fact, ideally, I’d like to indulge in all three.

So where can you get a decent, cheap holiday with a bit of December sunshine and proper Christmas festivities?

Somewhere with markets to browse, streets full of lights and perhaps even a visit from Santa after an afternoon at the beach…

Well, I scoured holiday deals to find exactly that.

I found Christmas stalls beside a Lanzarote beach, a giant sand-sculpture nativity in Gran Canaria and a Portuguese city that fills its squares with festive markets and entertainment.

And to go with them, I found five nights with direct return flights from £115pp and average December daytime temperatures of 20°C.

Here’s where I’d go for a festive break that still leaves a bit more money for the presents.

7. Funchal, Madeira from £215pp

Madeira would be my pick if the Christmas stuff is a big part of why you’re booking.

The Avenida Arriaga Christmas market runs from 1 December to 10 January, with regional produce, crafts and seasonal food.

Nearby, Praca do Municipio’s Christmas Village runs from 4 December to 6 January, bringing storytelling, creative activities, traditional games, magic shows and performances into the city centre.

Funchal’s average December daytime high is around 21°C.

Go before Christmas week and you can catch the build-up ahead of the busiest festive period, and I’d personally give the centre here several evenings of the trip.

Spend the daytime on the gardens, sea views and tucking into a long lunch, then head into Funchal for the market and lights.

With a market and a separate Christmas village, there’s more than one festive stop to work into the stay, and this is where I’d be most tempted to go back for another evening.

The five-night deal I found is at Estrelicia Hotel for just £215pp – a perfect a base for getting out into Funchal.

Book a five-night room only stay at Estrelicia Hotel from 14 December 2026, with direct return flights from Bristol, from £215pp.

6. Las Palmas, Gran Canaria from £245pp

This is a super-niche one that I love: Las Palmas builds its Christmas nativity out of sand.

So if you’re combining Christmas with a beach holiday, that feels extra-appropriate.

The Belen de Arena on Las Canteras beach brings together international sand sculptors to create an outdoor Christmas display beside the Atlantic.

And it’s free to visit too, which leaves more money for lunch, and no admission ticket to add to the holiday budget.

Gran Canaria’s coastal climate averages daytime highs of around 22°C in December.

Earlier December is ahead of the island’s busiest festive weeks.

And Las Palmas is a working city too, so the beach is only part of what you’re coming for.

That’s the attraction for me: the promenade and sand sculptures one morning, shopping and exploring the centre another – you can have a beach holiday here without actually spending every day on the beach.

The deal I found is at Bex Holiday Homes, with your own apartment for the five nights, coming in at £245pp in mid-December.

Have breakfast before heading out and keep a few things in for lunch, then you can spend on restaurants you actually fancy, rather than paying to eat out three times every day.

Book a five-night self catering stay at Bex Holiday Homes from 12 December 2026, with direct return flights from London Stansted, from £245pp.

5. Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote from £210pp

For Christmas activities close to your accommodation, this is the deal I’d choose.

The Christmas craft fair at Plaza de las Naciones, beside Los Pocillos beach, runs from 10 to 13 December.

There’s craft stalls, food and drink, musical performances, workshops, children’s activities and even a visit from Santa.

I’ve picked an 11 December departure so you can catch the fair that weekend. – the hotel is in Los Pocillos too, so the location works as well as the dates.

Lanzarote’s average December daytime high is around 22°C, and the early part of the month offers a more relaxed atmosphere than the Christmas and New Year peak.

Make the fair part of the weekend, then leave the rest of the stay for the beach and promenade, and there’s your Christmas outing sorted.

Puerto del Carmen makes the recharge days easy too – walk along the seafront, choose somewhere to eat, sit down, then possibly choose somewhere else to eat (I personally see no problem with that itinerary whatsoever.)

Club Pocillos Apartments overlooks the sea from the main beach road and it’s self catering, so you can keep the easy meals cheap. Not a bad deal at all for £210pp!

Book a five-night self catering stay at Club Pocillos Apartments, adults only, from 11 December 2026, with direct return flights from Bristol, from £210pp.

4. Corralejo, Fuerteventura from £190pp

Corralejo’s Christmas build-up starts at El Campanario, the outdoor shopping and restaurant complex whose central square hosts its lights gala from 21 November.

It’s also home to regular Thursday and Sunday craft markets, giving December visitors somewhere to browse for presents and stop for a drink among its colourful streets and Canarian balconies.

Fuerteventura averages daytime highs of around 22°C in December.

I’d go earlier in December, when it’s generally quieter than the Christmas holiday period – you get the resort before the festive holidaymakers arrive in bigger numbers.

Corralejo is my choice if the beach is still the main reason you’re booking.

The harbour and old town cover eating and drinking, and you should save some time for the enormous beaches and dunes too – they’re a big part of why I chose this resort!

As for a hotel, I tracked down a deal at Suites Maxorata Beach, complete with big rooms that feature a kitchenette.

So you can sort breakfast there, keep a few things in for lunch, then head out for dinner.

Book a five-night self catering stay at Suites Maxorata Beach from 6 December 2026, with direct return flights from London Stansted, from £190pp.

3. Lagos, Portugal from £145pp

Lagos would be my pick for a quieter few days, with the Christmas village giving you a reason to head into town.

Its Praca do Infante hosts the festive village’s stalls from 28 November to 24 December, within a wider Christmas programme featuring Santa’s house, workshops, entertainment and seasonal shopping.

It’s in the town square, so you can browse the stalls as part of an afternoon out – no need to make it a separate day trip.

December brings daytime highs of roughly 18°C across the Algarve and a much quieter feel in Lagos than during the summer holiday season.

Take advantage of that for the coastline and old town, because in winter this place suits people who are happy with a walk, a coffee and a long lunch, rather than a jam-packed itinerary.

Have a look around the Christmas village afterwards and that’s a very decent day away.

WOT Lagos Montemar is a hotel close to the centre, which is where I’d want to be for this trip, and I found a mega deal here in December for just £145pp. Bargain.

Book a five-night room only stay at WOT Lagos Montemar from 6 December 2026, with direct return flights from Newcastle, from £145pp.

2. Malaga, Spain from £140pp

This is the one for anyone who likes a beach holiday but gets restless sitting in the same place for five days.

Stay by the sea in Torremolinos, then head into Malaga for the Christmas lights.

The city’s Calle Larios and Plaza de la Constitución host festive light-and-music displays from 27 November to 4 January.

Leave time to explore the old centre around the music and light displays – personally, I’d make a night of it, with a few stops for tapas.

Christmas shopping is much easier to face when there’s dinner involved, and especially when average December highs are around 19°C.

Torremolinos is quieter than in summer, but winter visitors keep the resort going – perfect for December break with places to go when you leave the hotel.

Then you can just head into Malaga when you fancy a busier evening.

Lazy days by the sea, a proper night out for the lights – that would be my plan!

I found a great deal at BLUESEA Solaris on the beachfront at La Carihuela for £140pp.

The beachfront location is the selling point for me here, because you can get straight out from the hotel for a walk or find somewhere for lunch.

Book a five-night room only stay at BLUESEA Solaris from 13 December 2026, with direct return flights from Exeter, from £140pp.

1. Bugibba and Valletta, Malta from £115pp

At £115pp, Malta is where I’d start if keeping the cost down is your main priority.

Valletta’s Christmas in the Capital runs from 25 November to 31 December, with illuminated streets, a Christmas tree, a nativity scene, concerts and family entertainment.

Fairyland runs at Triton Fountain Square and the Floriana Granaries from 4 December to 3 January too – put both on the list for an evening in the capital.

December afternoons average around 18°C, and for walking around Valletta, I’d take that over dragging myself up its streets in the summer heat.

Plus, the major sights are generally quieter than in summer.

Do those during the day, then stick around for the lights and Christmas entertainment.

Bugibba would be my seaside base, with trips into Valletta for the Christmas stuff – that gives you somewhere by the water to come back to.

Topaz is less than ten minutes’ walk from the seafront, so you can head out for a stroll whenever you fancy.

That’s the accommodation sorted without using up all your spending money before you’ve even arrived.

Book a five-night room only stay at Topaz from 7 December 2026, with direct return flights from Bournemouth, from £115pp.

REALITY TV, fake tan, and high heels is what probably first comes to mind for those who first think of Essex.

But actually the county in the East of England is full of rolling hills, acres of forest, beautiful seaside towns and it’s own colony of seals.

Kayleigh and Allan swapped East London for Chelmsford six years ago and since then have been exploring the county, from historic seaside towns to restaurants, hotels and even garden centres.

The pair have been getting to know their own neighbourhood and showing off their finds on TravelFromEssex – now, they’ve revealed some of their favourite spots with Sun Travel.

Seaside towns

Yes, Essex is by the seaside. But did you know that it has around 350 miles of coastline?

It’s one of the longest shorelines of any English county second only to Cornwall, and there’s one town that Kayleigh and Allan very almost moved to that they still visit now.

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Kayleigh told us: “It was a choice between the coast or the countryside, and the countryside won. But we love Leigh-on-Sea.

“It has a mix of Old Leigh with the cockle sheds on the front, then there’s new Leigh on the high street which has so many independent restaurants and bars.

“There aren’t many chains at all. It’s great for shopping as well with lots of clothes shops, bookshops and bakeries.”

Leigh-on-Sea is well-known for its cockle fishing with the old sheds still sitting on the promenade, and while they are closed for business, you can still get a taste of its history.

Kayleigh recommends heading to The Peterboat where they serve up the famous cockle chowder.

It comes with smoked haddock, cockles, parsley cream, smoked bacon and cob bread.

Hidden gems

Everyone’s heard of Southend and Colchester – but through their weekend trips and Sunday drives, Kayleigh and Allan have unearthed lesser-known places as well.

For a taste of quintessential England, the pair recommend a trip to Finchingfield, a tiny place with a village green.

Kayleigh added: “They’ve got a really lovely pub called The Fox on the Green which does lovely homecooked food in front a log fire.

“There’s also a sweet tearoom called Picture Pot Tea Room.

“We recently visited Dedham too which has a boatyard where you can rent out boats on the water. They’ve also got a pub, The Sun Inn which is great for a Sunday roast.”

Another pretty waterfront town is Burnham-on-Crouch which has lots of restaurants and pubs along the canals.

Allan said: “Another beach place we’ve found is West Mersea which is really nice.

“We’ve known about it for years but have only really discovered it in the last few months – it’s more of a hidden gem than the likes of Leigh-on-Sea and Southend because it doesn’t get as overcrowded.”

Kayleigh added:” It’s got a beautiful beach with the famous pastel coloured beach huts. They’ve got some really good food spots there too like Seafood at Dawn and Waterfront Pizza.

“Just be careful that you can get on and off the island because of the tide times.”

Must-do activities

Another surprising fact is that around 3,500 seals live along the Essex and Suffolk coastline.

So for anyone who loves wildlife spotting, one easy way to see them is taking a boat over to The Hamford Water Nature Reserve which is home to 250 seals.

Kayleigh told us: “You just book on the boat tour and it takes you out to the Nature Reserve – we sat and watched the seals in their natural habitat.”

Tours take place year-round with adult tickets costing £29, children (6-16) at £24 and children 1-5 at £19.

Another activity that the pair enjoyed was stepping onboard the Epping Ongar railway where they recently filmed Practical Magic 2.

Kayleigh said: “They do lots of themed dinner nights on the train – we did the sausage shuttle where they serve sausage and mash.

“It doesn’t go far, just between Epping and Ongar, they do themed nights for Halloween and Christmas too.”

Coming up later this year is the Epping Ongar Lights Party Express 2026 where the train is dressed up in thousands of lights – there’s also music, and festive activities.

Standard tickets for adults start from £25 and tickets for children start from £22.

Beachfront hotels

When it comes to overnight stays – or even a day out, there’s one hotel that came up trumps, the Roslin Beach Hotel in Southend.

Kayleigh said: “It’s perfect for a special occasion and they always decorate it for the seasons, like autumn and then Christmas.”

“We go there quite a lot, it’s got a lovely garden in the summer and along the front it can feel like you’re in the Mediterranean.”

Allan agreed: ” If you get there on a hot Sunday, you could be almost anywhere in the world.

“It’s a place that I actually go to just to have a couple of drinks – it’s a little bit pricier, I’d say the pints are an extra 50p. But sitting along the seafront, I think it’s worth it.”

It’s a popular with celebrity clientele too, the Roslin Beach Hotel has opened its doors to Gary Barlow, Tyson Fury, Denise van Outen, and TOWIE stars including Frankie Essex.

Actress Michelle Keegan was seen there in March last year for Mother’s Day.

Pubs, bars and restaurants

One affordable restaurants and a favourite of Allan and Kayleigh’s is Buddha Belly in Leigh-on-Sea.

Allan added: “It’s like you’re back in Thailand and I can vouch that the food is as good here as it is there – it’s a Thai-owned restaurant.”

Pad Thai dishes cost just over £10 with a choice of port, beef, seafood and tofu. Tasty Tom Yum soup costs just £8.95.

For a more intimate setting, Kayleigh suggested checking out Signor Luigi by Il Bacio – a new wine bar in Buckhurst Hill which she described as “candlelit and cosy.”

Another cosy spot is the Wine Cellar in Chelmsford where you actually have to go downstairs into the basement.

When it comes to indulging in a roast dinner on a Sunday afternoon

For Sunday roasts, Kayleigh and Allan recommend Olio on the Ridge in Little Baddow which do a trio of roasts and you can eat in the Essex countryside.

When it comes to seafood, Salts by the Sea in Clacton has oysters, salt and pepper squid, crayfish cocktail, paella and seafood platters – and tables have incredible ocean views too.

Local celebrities

If you’re visiting Essex, it would almost seem a shame if you didn’t see any of the TOWIE cast, so where are you most likely to spot them?

Allan said: “Buckhurst Hill is the central place for the TOWIE lot.

“You often see them driving around, in coffee shops, coming out of yoga classes. We’ve seen a few of them over the years.”

It’s not only TOWIE stars that live in Essex, one very famous musician calls the county home.

For anyone who is a fan of Rod Stewart, he lives on the Essex, Hertfordshire border and according to Kayleigh, he’s a fan of the The Dog and Pickle in Ongar.

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver live on a 70-acre estate in the village of Finchingfield.

Denise Van Outen lives in Chelmsford, Bradley Walsh calls Chigwell home as to Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright.

And while you might not spot her there, Dame Helen Mirren grew up in Leigh-on-Sea and has declared that she’s “proud” of her Essex roots.

Garden centres

Allan told us his favourite in the county is Claremont Garden Centre in Maldon, which as a tree surgeon he says is best for plants and price.

Another perk is that there’s a great cafe right next door called the Tin Roof Cafe and Bakery.

He recommends the traditional English breakfast, while Kayleigh’s personal favourite is the smokey shakshuka.

For some seasonal displays is Meadow Croft in Wickford which has a German Market which is open until December 23.

It has over 30 stalls selling food from waffles to frankfurters, apple strudel and Schokokusse (which are chocolate kisses).

Others sell German beers, an apple spiced drink and gluhwein.

Autumn walks

Essex is a very green county with 72 per cent of its land being rural – so it’s far less built up than people realise.

So when it comes to walks, there’s plenty of choice including Epping Forest.

Kayleigh explained that at one point, it opens up and you can see the skyline of Canary Wharf, and she adds that it’s a “really lovely sunset spot”.

Essex might feel worlds away from London, but actually you can go between Chelmsford and London Liverpool Street in half an hour.

Another autumnal walking spot is the Paper Mill Lock which has a “lovely tearoom on the canal”.

In the summer, there are lots of paddleboarders on the water too.

IF you’re already planning your next camping holiday, then these are the places you should be booking.

Caravan and Motorhome Club  has announced the winners of its 2026 Site Awards, with beachfront destinations to pitches in the Cotswolds.

The Site Awards are awarded to ‘celebrate the dedication, hard work and creativity of campsite teams across its UK network’.

The 2026 awards had three main categories: the longstanding Sites in Bloom competition, the newly introduced Inspirational Photograph Award, and the Sustainability Award.

One of the new awards for this year is the Inspirational Photograph Award Winners which highlights summer campsite staff who capture things like landscapes, wildlife, and facilities across the campsite network.

One of the winners was the New England Bay Club Campsite in Scotland which sits right off the beach and has sweeping views of Luce Bay.

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Here, campers can go swimming, sailing, or try out water sports.

On-site there’s also a playground and games room with the nearby town of Stranraer having golf courses, green bowling, a swimming pool, sports centre, theatre and cinema.

It has 67 touring pitches, three camping pitches and rates start from £15.20.

Another of the winning campsites is Broadway Club Campsite in the Cotswolds.

Surrounded by natural beauty, the campsite is a perfect spot for exploring the cycling and walking trails.

It’s easily within walking distance of Tuesday Street Market – which is the largest open air street market in the Cotswolds, as well as over twenty local pubs, restaurants, and cafes.

Being on Bourton Road, the campsite is ideal for anyone wanting to explore Bourton-on-the-Water and Moreton-in-Marsh.

On-site it has a play area for children with a climbing frame.

It has 184 touring pitches and 10 pods available to hire – rates start from £22.30.

Coniston Park Coppice Club Campsite also scooped up the award in the category for the best in the North of England.

The campsite itself sits within acres upon acres of woodland where visitors will find the 232 pitches ranging from touring to camping and pods.

On-site is a mini adventure playground and nearby, families can go cycling, rock climbing, and even enjoy guided pony treks.

Of course, the campsite has direct access to Coniston Water where there’s a chance to go sailing, windsurfing, and canoeing.

On Coniston Pier a few miles away, there are steamboat rides and boat hire.

Rates for pitches at Coniston Park Coppice Club Campsite start from £23.50.

Harvey Alexander, CEO of the Caravan and Motorhome Club, said: “Our campsite teams work tirelessly to create welcoming environments and memorable stays for our members and guests.

“The 2026 Site Awards highlight the incredible passion, care and creativity present across our entire campsite network. Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and runners-up.”

Here’s the full list of the Caravan and Motorhome Club Site Award Winners…

2026 Sustainability Award

Clumber Park Club Campsite

Sites in Bloom Winners

Multi-Couple Site Winner: Battle Normanhurst Court Club Campsite

Single-Couple Site Winner: Englethwaite Hall Club Campsite

Single-Couple Site Winner: Englethwaite Hall Club Campsite

Inspirational Photograph Award Winners:

Middle England & Anglia: 

1st & 3rd – Castleton Club Campsite

2nd – Lickpenny Matlock Club Campsite

Southern: 

1st- Broadway Club Campsite

2nd – New Forest Centenary Club Campsite

3rd – Crossways Club Campsite

South West: 

1st & 2nd – Dornafield Dartmoor Club Campsite 

3rd – Putts Corner Club Campsite

South East: 

1st – Rookesbury Park Club Campsite

2nd – Bearsted Club Campsite

3rd – Alderstead Heath Club Campsite 

Scotland: 

1st – New England Bay Club Campsite

2nd & 3rd – Altnaharra Club Campsite

Northern: 

1st & 3rd – Coniston Park Coppice Club Campsite

2nd – Troutbeck Head Club Campsite

THE best hotels and resorts in Europe have been revealed and two in the UK have made the cut.

The annual World Travel Awards has named everything from beach resorts to city stays.

The good news for us Brits is that there are two in the UK – one in London and the second is a floating hotel in Edinburgh.

The Chancery Rosewood in London which opened its doors in September last year has been named Europe’s Leading New Hotel 2026.

The Grade II listed building is on Grosvenor Square and is considered one of the most expensive hotels in the country.

It has 144 suites, some of which even have steam rooms and two-person bathtubs.

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On the roof are the two penthouses named Elizabeth and Charles which are 350sqm in size, and even come with private butler.

Start saving – they can cost £20,000 a night.

Otherwise the hotel has a whopping eight restaurants and bars, 24-hour in-room dining and a spa with a 25metre long swimming pool and fitness studio.

The other hotel mentioned on the list is Fingal Hotel in Scotland which was named Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel.

It’s unlike most others as the hotel is inside the Northern Lighthouse Board ship that is permanently docked in the Port of Leith.

It has 23 custom- designed cabins onboard with super-king beds, tartan textiles,and Art Deco styling with a sun terrace, restaurant and bar.

A one-night stay for two adults starts from £279.

When it comes to hotels abroad, Ikos Odisia in Greece is one to talk about – it’s won Europe’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort at the World Travel Awards for three years in a row.

The hotel in Corfu sits on the edge of Dasia Bay – it has Mediterranean-style rooms, 10 swimming pools and a private beach.

With its ‘All Inclusive Plus’ package, guests have unlimited access to all restaurants and bars, as well as beach and pool food and beverage service with drinks, cocktails and snacks.

There’s 24-hour complimentary room service, guests can also use the Local Discovery programme which includes the use of a Tesla for one full day during the stay.

It also includes free museum tickets (one museum ticket per person, per stay) and 30-minute complimentary beachside childcare for children four and up.

Named as Europe’s Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort is Cullinan Belek in Turkey.

It’s been described as having true ‘glitz and glamour’ with 600 rooms in total some of which are private family villas or rooftop suites with Jacuzzis.

When one Sun Writer checked into the Cullinan Belek, she found her room came with its own pillow menu.

Her Superior Duplex room also had “top-of-the-range tech to control lights, curtains and air, plus divine Bvlgari toiletries in the two bathrooms.”  

She added: “But the real treat is the swim-up infinity pool which lapped my second-floor terrace, overlooking the main resort.”

There’s a gym with a Pilates reformer stand, yoga room, Hyrox zone and the hotel has its own golf course.

Meanwhile, Almar Lido Jesolo in Italy has been named Europe’s Leading Beach Hotel.

Fifty minutes away from Venice, the hotel has 184 rooms as well as a 70metre pool heated to three different temperatures.

Even the gym overlooks the sea, otherwise head to the ocean as there is a path down to the private beach.

Another beach hotel that made it onto the award winners list is Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas which won Europe’s Leading Beach Resort.

It’s considered one of the most luxurious in Crete – the five-star resort has everything from five tennis courts and a scuba diving centre, to a swimming pool and two private beaches.

There are lots of rooms to choose from but one of the most impressive is the Island Bungalow Waterfront which has direct access to the water.

When it comes to Europe’s Leading New Boutique Hotel, the Avali by Mar-Bella Collection in Corfu has been named the best.

The hotel is on the smaller side with 76 rooms and suites, some of which have private rooftop pools.

There’s an option to go all-inclusive (which comes with unlimited ice cream) as well as 30-minutes free use of a canoe and pedalo.

It’s not all about relaxing though, the awards even highlighted the best Theme Park Hotel in Europe which went to The Land Of Legends Kingdom Hotel in Turkey.

For any fan of the theme park its ideal as guests of the hotel get included and unlimited access to the attraction.

This includes its rollercoasters and Aqua Land waterpark, and a complimentary shuttle bus and access to the private beachfront.

Next door is the newly opened Nickelodeon Hotel which opened just last year – it has character meet-and-greets throughout the day with free gaming stations and a kids’ club.

Here are all the hotels and resorts in the Winners 2026 list…

Europe’s Leading Airport Hotel 2026 – NH Lyon Airport, France

Europe’s Leading All-Suite Hotel 2026 – THE VIEW Lugano, Switzerland

Europe’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort 2026 – Ikos Odisia, Greece

Europe’s Leading Beach Hotel 2026 – Almar Lido Jesolo, Italy

Europe’s Leading Beach Resort 2026 – Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, Greece

Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2026 – Fingal Hotel, Scotland

Europe’s Leading Boutique Resort 2026 – Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection, Italy

Europe’s Leading Casino Resort 2026 – City of Dreams Mediterranean, Cyprus 

Europe’s Leading City Hotel 2026 – Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus, Türkiye

Europe’s Leading Design Hotel 2026 – 1908 Lisboa Hotel, Portugal

Europe’s Leading Entertainment Hotel 2026 – Seven Visions Resort & Places, The Dvin, Armenia

Europe’s Leading Family Resort 2026 – Sani Resort, Greece 

Europe’s Leading Heritage Hotel 2026 – Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest

Europe’s Leading Hotel 2026 – Estoril Vintage Hotel, Portugal

Europe’s Leading Hotel & Spa 2026 – Almar Timi Ama Villasimius, Italy

Europe’s Leading Island Resort 2026 – Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa, Ireland

Europe’s Leading Landmark Hotel 2026 – The Phoenicia Malta

Europe’s Leading Leisure Resort 2026 – Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Greece

Europe’s Leading Lifestyle Hotel 2026 – Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve, Portugal

Europe’s Leading Lifestyle Resort 2026 – SO/ Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort, Spain

Europe’s Leading Luxury All-Suite Resort 2026 – Almar Giardino di Costanza Mazara del Vallo, Italy 

Europe’ s Leading Luxury Beach Resort 2026 – Forte Village Resort Italy

Europe’s Leading Luxury Boutique Hotel 2026 – Gran Hotel Inglés, Spain

Europe’s Leading Luxury City Hotel 2026 – The Peninsula Paris, France

Europe’s Leading Luxury City Resort 2026 – 91 Athens Riviera, Greece

Europe’ s Leading Luxury Family Resort 2026 – Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection, Greece

Europe’s Leading Luxury Hotel 2026 – Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul, Türkiye

Europe’s Leading Luxury Hotel & Spa 2026 – Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Spain

Europe’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2026 – Grand Resort Lagonissi, Greece

Europe’s Leading Luxury Resort 2026 – Domes Miramere, a Luxury Collection Resort, Corfu, Greece

Europe’s Leading Luxury Villa Resort 2026 – Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, Greece

Europe’s Leading New Boutique Hotel 2026 – Avali, Mar-Bella Collection, Greece

Europe’s Leading New Hotel 2026 – The Chancery Rosewood, England

Europe’s Leading New Resort 2026 – AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes, Greece

Europe’s Leading Theme Park Hotel 2026 – The Land Of Legends Kingdom Hotel, Türkiye

Europe’s Leading Wellness Hotel 2026 – Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy

Europe’s Leading Wine Region Hotel 2026 – L’AND Vineyards, Portugal

Europe’s Most Romantic Hotel 2026 – The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice, Italy

Europe’s Leading Hotel & Spa 2026 – Almar Timi Ama Villasimius, Italy

Europe’s Leading Resort 2026 – Forte Resort, Italy

Europe’s Leading Resort Villas 2026 – Dunas Douradas Beach Club, Portugal

Europe’s Leading Fully Integrated Resort 2026 – City of Dreams Mediterranean, Cyprus

Europe’s Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort 2026 – Cullinan Belek, Türkiye

Europe’s Leading Sports Resort 2026 – Cascade Wellness Resort, Portugal 

Europe’s Leading Villa Resort 2026 – White Shell Beach Villas, Portugal