WITH Easter around the corner it’s time to think about booking a holiday – so we’ve found both the cheapest destinations and the hottest.
The numbers have been crunched and this is where you want to go if you’re looking for an affordable break from just £520pp – with temperatures over 20C.
TravelSupermarket has analysed average seven-night family holiday prices and average March high temperatures to find the best and cheapest destinations.
At the very top is Portugal’s Algarve where family holidays average at £520pp, and in March there are average highs of 21C.
The region in southern Portugal is known for having beautiful golden beaches, some with huge limestone cliffs as well as plenty of fresh seafood.
Some of the most well-known towns in the Algarve include Albufeira, Faro and Lagos.
Direct flights to the Algarve can take as little as two hours 45 minutes – so you won’t be spending long on a plane either.
If you fancy going slightly off the beaten track, Deputy Travel Editor Kara Godfrey explored tiny islands off the coast of Faro.
She said: “Ilha Deserta, also known as Barreta, is often called the Caribbean of Portugal thanks to its golden sandy beaches. It takes just 20 minutes to get there, with ferries costing barely a few euros.
“I was one of the few tourists who was on the island, walking around the boardwalks that stretched across the deserted sand. No-one lives on the island, and there is just one restaurant, Estamine.
“Most of the food served is from the nearby area, and I enjoyed a range of oysters, octopus and prawns, while sampling the local wines.“
With loveholidays, a family of four can stay at the Monica Isabel Beach Club during the Easter holidays on an all-inclusive package for seven-nights from £379pp.
The 3-star hotel in Albufeira is steps away from the beach with two swimming pools and a buffet restaurant.
Chris Webber, Head of Holidays and Deals at TravelSupermarket said: “These four destinations are the ones where the maths works on both fronts.
“The Algarve in particular is a standout — it’s the most affordable option and still comfortably clears the 20°C mark, which for late March is genuinely impressive.”
Coming in second place when it comes to cheapest holiday destinations during the Easter holidays is Lanzarote.
The island offers year-round sunshine, sandy beaches and plenty of towns and natural wonders for sightseeing.
Lanzarote has an average price of £758pp and average high temperatures of 23C.
Sun Travel found a deal with loveholidays at the Blue Sea Costa Teguise Gardens from March 30 to April 6, 2026 from £499pp.
This is for a family of four with an all-inclusive package – the hotel has a outdoor swimming pool with a children’s swimming area and it’s within walking distance of three local beaches.
In third place is Agadir which has an average price of £765pp and average highs in March of 24C.
The city in Morocco has a combination of culture, sandy beaches, and endless sunshine – even in March.
It’s a popular spot for water sports, sailing, boat trips, hiking and cycling.
Another must-do in Agadir is explore the souks to check out the many stalls selling traditional Moroccan goods – and souvenirs.
Deputy Travel Editor Kara Godfrey also recently visited Agadir, and here’s what she made of it.
“Rebuilt following a devastating earthquake in 1960, the sprawling city nestles against the Atlantic Ocean and its palm-lined wide roads feel more Miami than Morocco.
“No wonder the South African country looks set to be a holiday. hotspot as Brits look past Spain next year.
“I’m staying in Taghazout, a surf town with an ever-growing number of modern beach-side resorts, just 13 miles north of Agadir and its sizzling souk.
“One of the newest resorts is the five-star adults-only Pickalbatros White Beach, which features pristine white marble steps, manicured gardens and a huge airy lobby offering views of the beach through giant glass windows – it’s affordable luxury at its finest.”
And finally the fourth cheapest is Fuerteventura which has an average price of £800pp and average highs of 22C.
Some of the most popular and family-friendly spots on the island include Corralejo and Caleta de Fuste.
TUI rep Samuel Gonzalez was born and raised in Fuerteventura added: “When it comes to beach day fun, look no further than Corralejo .
“The lively resort has plenty of beaches including the Grandes Playas which has golden sands and bright blue waters.”
Visitors should make sure to visit ‘Popcorn Beach’ in a village called Majanicho.
Majanicho is a small, off-the-beaten-track village known for surfing, a calm lagoon, and it even has a unique beach made of coral – often called “Popcorn Beach”.
The beach near Corralejo is covered in white, popcorn-shaped algae fossils called rhodoliths rather than sand.
Head of Sun Travel (Digital) Caroline McGuire visited the island during February half-term when temperatures were as high as 25C.
For more on Easter holidays – these are the cheapest all-inclusive holidays Sun Travel has found from just £179pp.
And here’s where to find guaranteed sun this Easter – with highs of 28C and UK flights from 3.5 hours.