Huge surge in half-term holiday bookings as families fear UK washout
THE spring weather has been very up and down so far – but sadly for the week of half-term it looks like rain is on the way.
If you’re considering a family-friendly break this May half-term, there are still plenty of holiday deals in Spain, Turkey and Cyprus.
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On the Beach has found that bookings for May half-term are up by as much as 40 per cent in recent weeks as it looks like weather in the UK will be yet another washout – so we’ve Sun Travel has found some of the best deals abroad on offer.
BLUESEA Los Fiscos, Lanzarote
First up is the BLUESEA Los Fiscos in Lanzarote which has a pretty swimming pool and white-washed apartments.
Stays include free Wi-Fi and access to the pool bar – there’s also a children’s playground.
With the all-inclusive package, guests can enjoy the buffet that serves up all three meals and plenty of drinks.
A five-night stay at the BLUESEA Los Fiscos in Lanzarote, Spain, including flights leaving from Manchester on May 27 cost £293pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
To make it all-inclusive is an extra £28pp.
Guitart Central Park Aqua Resort, Spain
Guitart Central Park Aqua Resort in the Costa Brava will be a hit with the kids thanks to its aquapark with two waterslides and splash zone.
To keep them further entertained, the hotel has more activities like football, rugby and tennis.
It has three buffet restaurants, is an 11-minute walk to nearby Cala Banys Beach and has spacious bedrooms.
A five-night half-board stay at the Guitart Central Park Aqua Resort including flights leaving from London Luton on May 26 cost £330pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Miarosa Konakli Garden, Turkey
Miarosa Konakli Garden has it all, comfortable rooms, a pool with waterslides and a plenty of entertainment.
The hotel has its own kids club as well as a playground – and for the whole family to get involved there’s activities like darts, table tennis, card games and watersports.
There’s a main restaurant as well as three bars – including one by the pool.
A four-night all-inclusive stay at the Miarosa Konakli Garden in Antalya, Turkey, including flights leaving from London Gatwick on May 25 cost £368pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Best Los Angeles Hotel, Spain
Best Los Angeles Hotel has fewer frills than some of the other offers, but it has everything needed for a relaxing half-term break in the sun.
It’s 10-minutes from popular beaches and the nearby town of Salou is known for its shops, bars and restaurants.
The PortAventura Theme Park is around two miles away too for those who fancy a go on thrilling rides.
A seven-night half-board stay at the Best Los Angeles Hotel including flights leaving from Dublin on May 25 cost £320pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
MedPlaya Flamingo Oasis, Spain
When the Spanish sun comes out, MedPlaya Flamingo Oasis in Costa Blanca is where you want to be.
It has a huge lake-style swimming pool to cool off in and is surrounded by sunloungers.
During the evenings, there’s performances at the Piano Bar – or head up to the rooftop bar to watch the sunset.
A seven-night half-board stay at the MedPlaya Flamingo Oasis including flights leaving from Edinburgh on May 25 cost £260pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Grand Muthu Golf Plaza Hotel & Spa, Tenerife
In Tenerife, families can enjoy a break at the Grand Muthu Golf Plaza Hotel & Spa.
It has a swimming pool and lots of entertainment – for any adults who want to golf, there are two of the island’s most popular courses nearby.
Accommodation is in studios, apartments and junior suites with a balcony or terrace.
A four-night all-inclusive stay at the Grand Muthu Golf Plaza Hotel & Spa including flights leaving from Glasgow on May 25 cost £310pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Arsi Blue Beach, Turkey
The Arsi Blue Beach is a great choice for families as it’s steps away from Antalya’s Alanya Beach and has a children’s pool on-site.
Not forgetting the adults, there are also spa treatments and a sauna is available too.
Guests can enjoy meals at the restaurant and make sure to pop into the lounge bar and beach bar too.
A five-night all-inclusive stay at the Arsi Blue Beach in Turkey including flights leaving from Belfast on May 26 starts from £259pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Arabella World Hotel, Turkey
The 4-star Arabella World Hotel sits on Turkey’s sun-drenched southern coast and even has its own private beach.
With swimming pools and slides, dining, wellness and children’s activities too – no one in the family will ever be bored here.
But if that isn’t quite enough, Water Planet Aquapark is around a 10-minute drive away.
A seven-night all-inclusive stay at the Arabella World Hotel including flights leaving from Belfast on May 24 starts from £319pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Cosmelenia Hotel Apartments, Cyprus
If you fancy heading further afield, check out the Cosmelenia Hotel Apartments in Ayia Napa.
Small but mighty, it has everything for a family break from its swimming pool to parasol- covered sunbeds, air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and bar.
Waterworld Waterpark just a short walk away too.
A six-night all-inclusive stay at the Cosmelenia Hotel Apartments including flights leaving from Belfast on May 25 starts from £319pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Deloix Aqua Center, Spain
The Deloix Aqua Center is found in a quiet part of Benidorm and has it all from an aqua centre, children’s water playground and rooftop paddle courts with city views.
It has three outdoor swimming pools, including a lagoon-style pool and one indoor pool for year-round paddling.
There’s a spa, gym and wellness centre as well as an on-site restaurant, café and bar.
A five-night full-board stay at the Deloix Aqua Center Spain including flights leaving from Belfast on May 25 starts from £309pp (based on 2 adults and 2 children).
Prices correct at time of publication.