YOU can still go abroad May half term with these fantastic last-minute holiday deals
We’ve scoured the web to find some of the cheapest package holidays you can still book, so you can whisk your family off somewhere hot and sunny this May.
We’ve found great deals in Italy, Greece, Spain, Morocco and Portugal.
Whether you’re after a family-friendly hotel with a big pool and lots of entertainment, or a European holiday park in the pinewoods by the beach, we’ve got you covered.
Tuscany, Italy
Head to the pretty, pine forest-backed beaches of Tuscany’s Maremma Coast with this bargain holiday deal.
This package includes a stay at Gitavillage Le Marze, an Italian holiday park with kids adventure activities, exciting entertainment, and its own beach bar.
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Nearby you can walk or cycle through Maremma Nature Park, or go island-hopping and visit sunny Elba and Giglio.
On the Beach offer a 7-night stay from 23 May, including return flights from Edinburgh, for £280pp.
Calpe, Spain
Calpe is a stylish Spanish resort on Spain‘s Costa Blanca with gorgeous beaches, a colourful Old Town and unique nature.
Whether you’re sunbathing on the massive Playa del Arenal-Bol beach, or spotting wild flamingos at saltwater lagoon Las Salinas, Calpe makes for a Spanish holiday unlike any other.
This deal comes with a stay at Sunsea Village, a complex with a swimming pool, tennis courts and spacious apartments to stay in.
On the Beach offer a 7-night stay from 23 May, including return flights from Edinburgh, for £275pp.
Salou, Spain
Salou sits on Spain’s sunny Costa Dorada, where you can expect to find temps hovering at a toasty 25C in May.
This popular family destination has plenty to see and do, including water slides and rollercoasters at PortAventura World, and theme park Ferrari Land – home to the fastest and tallest hypercoaster in Europe, Red Force.
Bag a stay at the Rentalmar Apolo Suites, where you’ll have a modern apartment as your base with the beach just a few steps away, and PortAventura World just a few minutes down the road.
On the Beach offer a 5-night stay from 23 May, including return flights from London Luton, for £235pp.
Rhodes, Greece
Head to Rhodes in Greece this May for a slice of sun with plenty of history and charming streets lined with tavernas and souvenir shops to explore.
Faliraki is an energetic seaside resort with lots of watersports activities, nightlife and is home to Faliraki Water Park, one of Europe’s largest.
A stay at the Anseli Apartments comes with access to a shimmering swimming pool surrounded by loungers, plus a games area and TV lounge for somewhere to relax.
On the Beach offer a 4-night stay from 25 May, including return flights from Birmingham, for £365pp.
Agadir, Morocco
Agadir has a six mile stretch of sandy beach, colourful souks to explore – plus it reaches highs of up to 26C in May.
Whether you want to try new water sports, drive a beach buggy, or simply laze back on the sands and relax, this coastal resort has something for everyone.
The Bahia City Hotel is in an ideal location, just five minutes’ walk from Agadir beach with plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.
Loveholidays offer a 5-night stay, including return flights from Leeds Bradford, for £369pp.
Manilva, Spain
Manilva sits on the Costa del Sol, and offers plenty to see and do for families.
The coastal town has a lively marina lined with bars and restaurants, your pick of unspoilt beaches, plus lots of wildlife such as dolphins and whales which you can spot from boat tours.
The Village Terrazas Costa del Sol is a picturesque holiday village with modern apartments, two outdoor pools, a kids club and regular live entertainment.
Loveholidays offer a 5-night stay from 25 May, including return flights from East Midlands Airport, for £329pp.
Tenerife, Canary Islands
Puerto de la Cruz on the stunning Northern coast of Tenerife is a sunny coastal town with plenty of attractions and unique landscapes to explore.
Stroll through centuries of exotic plant collections at Jardín Botánico, or take a tour up to the volcanic peak of Mount Teide, or head to the beach at Playa Jardín with its unique black sand backed by palms, while Lago Martiánez has mineral-rich saltwater pools.
Be Smart Florida Plaza is an affordable base just a short walk from Playa Jardin and the Old Town, and it offers 132 spacious rooms plus a sizeable outdoor swimming pool.
Loveholidays offer a 5-night stay from 25 May, including return flights from Belfast, for £309pp.
Alvor, The Algarve, Portugal
Alvor is a pretty Portuguese fishing village, which is a fantastic option for those who want the coastal views without the crowds.
Here you can set off in boats or kayaks to discover the Bengali caves, cycle the Alvor boardwalk, or simply stretch out under the sun on Alvor’s two-and-a-half-mile Blue Flag beach.
The Clube Alvorferias is a modern, whitewashed hotel with a large circular swimming pool surrounded by palms. It has comfortable apartments with air con, balconies and kitchenettes, plus you’re only a 10-minute walk into the vibrant town centre.
Loveholidays offer a 5-night stay from 25 May, including return flights from Norwich, for £299pp.