TIRED of the cold weather already? Check out these 10 destinations that are the hottest resorts for summer holidays next year with cheap pints and waterparks.
Jet2 has revealed the most popular resorts for holidays in 2027 with plenty of bookings already – and leading the charge is a firm favourite for Brits.
Benidorm is the number one spot being booked for summer 2027Source: JESUSDEFUENSANTACosta Adeje in Tenerife is the second most popular spot for holidays next yearSource: Getty
In number one spot is Benidorm, the resort city in Alicante well-known for cheap food and drink, party strips and golden beaches.
With the price of a pint as high as £5.50 in the UK, it’s no wonder Brits flock to the boozy destination where it can be as little as €1.80 (£1.50) – and there’s plenty of deals to be had at happy hour.
With loveholidays, breaks to Benidorm cost from £289pp – this is for a seven-night holiday in the Camposol Hotel which comes with its own pool and includes flights from London Luton.
Other Spanish resorts that made the list of being the most-booked include Salou and Benalmadena.
Salou which sits on the Costa Daurada coastline came in eighth position.
The destination is popular particularly with families as it’s near one of Europe’s largest theme parks, PortAventura World.
The theme park has record-breaking rollercoasters in Ferrari Land as well as lots of attractions and live shows.
Meanwhile, Benalmadena is a coastal town in Southern Spain and is another spot near a theme park, this time it’s Tivoli World.
Tenerife is a fail-safe for Brits with high temperatures and beautiful beachesSource: Getty
It’s also known for its popular Puerto Marina which is lined with seaside restaurants, bars and clubs.
Two destinations in Tenerife are also amongst some of the most popular which isn’t too surprising considering its short flight time and high summer temperatures.
From the UK, the island can be reached in four and a half hours and temperatures sit at 30C during between July and September.
The coastal resort areas of Costa Adeje on the southwestern coast came in second place on the most-booked list.
Any waterpark fans will love it as Costa Adeje is home to Siam Park – a Thai-themed waterpark with huge racing slides, waterfalls and a wave pool.
If you head 12-minutes up the coast by car to Playa del Duque, you’ll be in a spot loved by celebrities thanks to its beautiful beach and upmarket shops.
It’s been reported that singers Shakira, Mariah Carey and Queen’s Brian May have all stayed in a nearby hotel.
One-way flights in the summer start from £44 and with loveholidays, breaks start from £329pp.
Alanya in Turkey is the third-most booked holiday destination with Jet2Source: Getty Salou in Spain has beautiful beaches and is very close to PortAventura WorldSource: Getty
This is for a seven-night stay at the Duque Nest Hotel which has a private swimming pool and includes flights from London Stansted.
Also in Tenerife is Playa de las Americas which came in sixth spot.
The purpose- built holiday resort has bars, nightclubs, restaurants and beaches with either golden or black volcanic sand.
The third most-booked resort for summer next year is Alanya in Turkey.
The historic beach city on the coast can be as high as 34C in the summer and when its time to cool off, visitors can head to the biggest waterpark in the region.
Called Water Planet Aqua Park, it has 24 water slides, a wave pool, splash parks for younger children and even a man-made rafting course.
When it comes to beaches, Kleopatra Beach is considered one of the best in Turkey.
The 1.2 mile stretch of sand has clear blue waters – and it is named after the Queen of Egypt.
Other spots to make it onto the list include Marmaris along the Turkish Riviera and Cyprus which has around 320 days of sunshine per year.
Another is Palma Nova in Majorca which has three pretty beaches all connected by one long promenade lined with souvenir shops and hotels.
Jesus de Miguel’s family said “the mark he has left on so many people” is something they will always remember as the footballer’s funeral took place on Thursday.
After colliding with the FC Andorra goalkeeper, De Miguel lay motionless on the pitch while being treated by medical staff and was taken to hospital, where the father-of-one died at 07:00 GMT on Tuesday.
Goalkeeper Jesus Owono was sent off for the challenge and the game was abandoned.
In the hours after the death was announced, mourners laid flowers and lit candles beneath a black and white image of De Miguel at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez – the stadium on the island of Tenerife, where Monday’s game took place.
Tributes have been paid to De Miguel, who joined Tenerife in the summer of 2025, with a minute’s silence being held at all games in European competitions this week.
His agent, Manuel Hernandez, issued a statement on behalf of the family, which read: “Thank you for loving him, for remembering him and for being with us.
“We cannot find enough words to thank you for every message, every phone call and every gesture of affection we are receiving.
“Feeling such affection for Jesus and seeing the mark he has left on so many people is something we will always carry with us.
“Jesus leaves a void that is impossible to fill, but also cherished memories for all of us who were fortunate enough to share our lives with him.”
FROM East European luxury to affordable Spanish aparthotels – the following resorts have all received masses of rave reviews from British customers.
Loveholidays has collated the top hotels most loved by Brits from thousands of customer reviews over the past year – these are the ones that really have the stamp of approval.
Solymar Gran Hotel The One, Spain
Solymar Gran Hotel The One in Spain sits on the shores of Arenal Beach in CalpeSource: loveholidays
This pretty four-star hotel sits on the sandy shores of Arenal Beach in Calpe with incredible beach views and received incredibly high scores from its customers.
Its two freshwater outdoor swimming pools are available year-round and there are plenty of sun loungers too.
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The on-site spa has a sauna, steam bath and hot tub.
A seven-night holiday with breakfast and flights from London Stansted on March 1 starts from £639pp.
An all-inclusive break to Ikos Olivia starts from £2,219pp
Luxurious five-star Ikos Olivia is an all-inclusive resort set on a the beach in Gerakini, Northern Greece – and it’s another top scorer.
It has three outdoor pools, a spa, six restaurants and lots of activities from watersports to ball games like tennis, beach volleyball and table tennis.
The rooms vary from twin and double with balconies to bungalow suites with a private garden.
A seven-night, all-inclusive holiday with flights from London Gatwick departing on April 12 starts from £2,219pp.
Hotel Wawel Queen, Poland
This hotel in Kraków is perfect for anyone wanting to explore the city
Visitors love the four-star Hotel Wawel Queen which sits in the heart of Kraków – its location means it is easy to explore Wawel Castle and the Main Market Square.
After a day of exploration, guests can put their feet up in one of the 49 rooms which have heated floors and flatscreen TVs.
There’s one restaurant on-site too which serves buffet-style breakfasts and it offers service during certain hours.
A seven-night break with breakfast including flights from London Stansted on January 16 starts from £599pp.
Club Tuana Fethiye, Turkey
The resort in Fethiye looks over the coast and has multiple swimming poolsSource: loveholidays
This resort sits on the coastline of Fethiye in Turkey with beautiful views across the bay.
The hotel’s swimming pools are huge and also form part of the waterpark and water slides.
It has a Kids’ Club divided into Mini for ages 4 to 7 and Maxi for ages 8 to 14 – there’s a playground, slide, playhouse and mini-disco too.
A seven-night all-inclusive holiday including flights from London Gatwick on April 22 starts from £649pp.
Hotel Sumratin, Croatia
This luxurious resort sits on the coast of Dubrovnik in Croatia
The luxurious five-star Hotel Sumratin is highlighted as a great choice for couples looking for a holiday in Dubrovnik.
During the summer season, the outdoor swimming pool opens and there are sun loungers and parasols on the sun terrace too.
One visitor wrote in their review “Beautiful! Polite and attentive staff. Gorgeous food. The rooftop bar, our favourite place to unwind in the evening.”
A seven-night holiday including breakfast and flights from London Stansted on March 7 starts from £809pp.
La Pergola Aparthotel, Majorca
La Pergola Aparthotel in Majorca is described as being best for families
The comfortable four-star La Pergola Aparthotel is described as a ‘superb choice for families’.
The accommodation, which for cleanliness is rated 4.9/5, ranges from cosy studios, one and two-bedroom apartments, bungalows and villas.
Children can splash about in the pool or check out the activities at the kids’ club and playground.
A seven-night self-catering holiday with flights from London Stansted on March 9 starts from £469pp.
Sergiani Garden, Greek Islands
The hotel in Crete is close to beaches, restaurants and shops in Stalis
This two-star hotel on the island of Crete has been described as ‘first class’, ‘amazing’ and ‘one of the best restaurants in Stalis’.
It’s set in a peaceful location with easy access to the sandy beach; it also has a children’s pool and playground.
It’s near to the popular coastal resort village of Stalis and is within walking distance to the town and beaches.
A seven-night holiday (room only) with flights from London Luton on May 3 starts from £419pp.
Iberostar Selection Anthelia, Tenerife
Three swimming pools, a spa, adults can really relax at this hotel in TenerifeSource: loveholidays
The luxurious five-star Iberostar Selection Anthelia is an adult-only resort in Costa Adeje.
Everything you need for a holiday is at your fingertips, the resort has four restaurants, five bars, three outdoor swimming pools and a spa.
Guests in their review say the hotel is spacious – and that it still didn’t feel busy even during peak summer holiday season.
A seven-night holiday including breakfast with flights from London Stansted on May 2 starts from £1,069pp.
Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto (Old Town), Poland
This city has everything guests need for a relaxing stay in Poland
Another popular hotel in Poland that makes it onto the list is the 4-star Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto.
It’s in a great spot for exploring Poland’s cultural capital with modern rooms and all the essentials.
It’s on-site Winestone Restaurant provides dinner, drinks at the bar and breakfast.
A seven-night holiday (room only) with flights from London Stansted on January 8 starts from £539pp.
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, Dubai
This hotel in Dubai is the highest five-star in the world
This glam hotel in Dubai is the highest five-star hotel in the world and there’s so much there that guests say there’s actually no need to leave the hotel.
It has multiple restaurants and two heated outdoor swimming pools; to enjoy the sunshine, step onto the sun terrace and take a seat on the loungers.
Its rooms are impressive too – these have panoramic views across the city thanks to their floor to ceiling windows.
A seven-night holiday (room only) with flights from London Gatwick on February 8 starts from £1,649pp.
Fans of Spanish football club CD Tenerife gathered outside the Estadio Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez in Santa Cruz de Tenerife as tributes poured in for forward Jesus de Miguel, who died after an on-field collision.
De Miguel died on Tuesday from injuries sustained in a clash with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a Spanish second-division match, leaving Spanish and European football in mourning.
Spanish police have opened an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife chief prosecutor Jose Luis Sanchez-Jauregui told the Spanish news agency EFE that criminal charges were unlikely because the collision happened in the course of play.
Tributes were held before Champions League fixtures on Tuesday, with Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Villarreal opting not to play the competition’s anthem before kickoff in honour of De Miguel, 30, who went into cardiac arrest after being struck in the chest.
Moments of silence were observed in those stadiums and others across Europe, including at Old Trafford, where Manchester United were playing Roma. Images of De Miguel were shown on giant screens inside the grounds.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and midfielder Mikel Merino also began their news conferences on the eve of Wednesday’s match against Slavia Prague by paying tribute to De Miguel.
De Miguel had been at Tenerife for just over a season, having joined in the summer of 2025 from Castellon. The striker helped the team gain promotion to the second division.
The Spanish forward began his career with Leganes at youth level in the Madrid suburbs, playing for a string of teams, including Unionistas de Salamanca, before signing for Castellon in 2023.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said at a news conference the incident was “heartbreaking”.
“To see a colleague lose his life in such a manner, it’s beyond any words that I can put today,” said the Spanish coach.
Other sports stars, including retired Spanish tennis icon Rafael Nadal, Argentine great Lionel Messi, and Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo also left messages on Instagram.
“There are no words. My condolences and lots of strength to all his family and friends,” wrote Inter Miami forward Messi.
Nadal expressed a “terrible sadness” at De Miguel’s passing “from the bottom of my heart”.
“A tragedy. No words,” Ronaldo wrote.
“Lots of strength to the family. May he rest in peace.”
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique, who co-owns Andorra, said: “I am sorry with all my soul. Rest in peace, Jesus.”
De Miguel’s Tenerife team-mates also paid tribute on social media.
Midfielder Juanjo Sanchez said: “You let me into your heart, and you earned a place in mine, as we shared moments of laughter every single day and took walks barefoot after our training sessions.
“I cannot let this moment pass without highlighting what a wonderful person you are. You never had an unkind word or a sour expression for anyone, and you always displayed exemplary conduct, despite all the challenges you faced.
“You will always be with me, my friend.”
Striker Enric Gallego described De Miguel as “one of the best people” he has met, in an emotional statement.
“Thank you for everything we experienced together – for your camaraderie, your character, your humanity and the exemplary attitude you always showed,” he said.
“I feel very fortunate to have shared a locker room with you. I’m going to miss you so much.”
Forward Fran Sabina said: “There is no explanation or words that make sense of something like this.
“You were an important person in my life.
“We were lucky enough to share unforgettable moments, laughter, stories and experiences that today become memories that I will cherish forever in my heart.
“Thank you my friend. Thank you for every moment lived, for every shared experience, for the laughter, for your affection and, most of all, for this sincere friendship that we had.
“The appreciation we had was mutual. And that’s something neither time nor your absence can ever change.”
Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel is in a stable condition in intensive care after suffering a serious injury during a Spanish second division match on Monday.
The 30-year-old suffered injuries in the region of his head and chest in added time of Tenerife’s home fixture against Andorra, following a collision with visiting goalkeeper Jesus Owono.
Spanish media, including Marca, external, reported De Miguel suffered a cardiac arrest in the ambulance and was resuscitated by paramedics on the way to hospital.
A statement from Tenerife said the Madrid-born De Miguel was admitted to the University Hospital of Nuestra Senora de Candelaria and was “stable despite the severity of his condition”.
Tenerife and Andorra were tied 2-2 and seven minutes into stoppage time when the incident occurred.
Owono had run towards the centre circle to clear a long ball when his knee appeared to collide with De Miguel.
De Miguel lay motionless on the pitch as medical staff treated him before he was taken by ambulance from Tenerife’s Estadio Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez to hospital.
Players from both teams were visibly distressed by the incident, with a number of De Miguel’s team-mates in tears.
The referee showed Owono a straight red card before abandoning the match.
A statement from Andorra said: “We want to send all our strength and best wishes to Jesus de Miguel after the serious incident suffered during today’s match.
“We hope he recovers soon. A very strong hug to the player, his family and Tenerife.”
BRITS could face hefty fines if caught smoking, or playing loud music at one popular holiday spot.
In some cases, the penalty could be as much as £2,500.
In areas of Tenerife it’s now it’s been banned to smoke on the beachCredit: Getty It’s also been banned to be disruptive around natural swimming poolsCredit: Getty
The area of La Laguna in Tenerife, has approved new rules banning smoking, camping, overnight stays and disruptive music on its beaches and natural swimming pools.
The announcement was made on October 7 and has been put in place to protect the coastline.
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Under the new rules, beaches within the areas and natural pools are now smoke-free.
It also stops visitors from leaving rubbish behind including soap and shampoo in public showers.
A football coach has died suddenly while on holiday with friends at just 37 – leaving behind his fiancée and two young sons. Warren Coard, from Co Antrim, Northern Ireland, died while on a trip in Tenerife with a group of friends.
The dad-of-two was a former goalkeeper and coach for several clubs and is remembered as a much-loved character who could light up any room. A fundraiser has been launched to help his fiancée Olivia Greer cover medical costs and funeral expenses.
It reads: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the devastating news of the sudden loss of Warren Coard, who sadly passed away in Tenerife while away on a trip with his friends. At just 37 years old, Warren was taken from us far too soon, leaving behind a heartbroken family, friends and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
“Warren was the life and soul of every gathering. He had a personality that could light up a room, bring people together and make everyone around him smile. He was the kind of person who made memories wherever he went, and his presence, laughter and infectious spirit will never be forgotten.”
The appeal paid tribute to Warren’s fiancée, his sons Charlie and Levi, his mum Carol and his wider family. It added: “No family should ever have to experience such heartbreak, especially so suddenly and at such a young age. At this incredibly difficult time, Warren’s loved ones are facing the unexpected financial burden of funeral costs.
“This has placed additional pressure on his family during an already devastating time, when they should be able to focus on grieving, supporting one another and remembering Warren for the amazing person he was.”
Football clubs Warren played for also paid tribute to the former goalkeeper and coach. A spokesperson for Barn United Football Club in Carrickfergus said: “Everyone at the club is devastated to hear of the untimely passing of our former goalkeeper coach, Warren Coard aka Coardy.
“Our thoughts are with the entire family circle at this difficult time. Rest easy Coardy.”
Islandmagee Football Club said: “The club are saddened to hear of the passing of our former goalkeeper, goalkeeping coach and long term supporter Warren Coard. Everyone at the clubs thoughts are with ‘Coardys’ family and friends at this awful time.”
The fundraiser appealed for donations to help ease the financial pressure on Warren’s loved ones as they prepare to say their final goodbyes. It said: “Warren was loved by so many, and the number of lives he touched is a testament to the person he was.
“At only 37, he had so much more life to live, so many more memories to make and so much more love to give.
“Fly high, Warren. You were taken far too soon, but you will never be forgotten. Forever loved, forever missed, and always in our hearts.”
