Holiday regions

Cape Verde

Cape Verde is an Atlantic island group off West Africa, known for warm sunshine all year and long golden beaches. Sal Island is the most popular, with Santa Maria's beach, kitesurfing and the salt lakes of Pedra de Lume. The time difference is small and the flight is under 6 hours 30 minutes.

2 holidays

Egypt

Egypt's Red Sea resorts offer reliable sunshine for much of the year, with coral reefs that are some of the best in the world for snorkelling and diving. Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh are both popular with families. Day trips to Luxor's ancient temples can be arranged from Hurghada.

7 holidays

Kenya

Kenya is one of the world's great safari destinations. The Maasai Mara is famous for big cats and the Great Migration, Lake Nakuru for rhinos and flamingos, and the Aberdares for forest wildlife. Nairobi is the gateway, and many itineraries also continue into Tanzania.

2 holidays

Morocco

Morocco is a short flight from the UK but feels a world away, with bustling souks, ornate palaces and dramatic landscapes. Marrakech and Fes are full of history, Chefchaouen is famous for its blue streets, and Merzouga sits at the edge of the Sahara. Agadir and Essaouira bring Atlantic beaches and sea breezes.

2 holidays

Rwanda

Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills, is one of the best places in the world to trek to see mountain gorillas. Kigali is a clean, welcoming capital with a moving genocide memorial. Rwanda is often combined with a Kenyan safari.

1 holiday

South Africa

South Africa offers huge variety, from Cape Town's Table Mountain and winelands to Big Five safaris in the Kruger National Park. The Garden Route links Knysna, Tsitsikamma and Oudtshoorn, and Hermanus is famous for whale-watching. Time difference is small, so there is little jet lag.

3 holidays

Tanzania

Tanzania offers remote, unforgettable safari and some of Africa's finest beaches. Katavi is wild and little visited, and Gombe Stream is famous for its chimpanzees. Zanzibar, with Nungwi's beaches and Stone Town, is the perfect place to relax afterwards, and Dar es Salaam is the main gateway.

1 holiday

Melbourne

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital, known for its laneways, coffee culture, galleries and sport. The Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island are nearby. Tours continue to the red centre at Uluru, to Sydney and to Cairns for the Great Barrier Reef.

1 holiday

Perth

Perth is a sunny, relaxed city on the Swan River, with beautiful beaches and nearby Rottnest Island. It is the western end of the Indian Pacific rail journey, which crosses the continent via Kalgoorlie, Broken Hill and the Barossa Valley region to Sydney. Tours also reach Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns and the Blue Mountains.

1 holiday

Sydney

Sydney is a spectacular harbour city with the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach. It is the starting point for wider tours of Australia, from Melbourne and the Gold Coast to Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, Darwin and Perth. Some longer journeys also continue to New Zealand and Fiji.

3 holidays

Montreal

Montreal is a lively, French-speaking city with cobbled Old Montreal, great food and a busy festival calendar. Tours continue to historic Quebec City, the Saguenay fjord and Lac St Jean, and the forests of the Mauricie. Ottawa, Toronto and Niagara Falls make it easy to see much of eastern Canada.

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Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is one of North America's most famous sights, with boat trips that sail close to the thundering water. Nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake is a charming wine town, and Toronto is just over an hour away. Many tours continue across Canada to Montreal and the Rockies at Banff and Lake Louise.

4 holidays

Vancouver

Vancouver is a beautiful city set between mountains and the Pacific, with Stanley Park and Granville Island close to the centre. It is the starting point for spectacular journeys into the Canadian Rockies, via Kamloops and Valemount to Jasper and Banff, by rail or road.

1 holiday

Antigua

Antigua is said to have a beach for every day of the year, with powder-soft sand and calm turquoise water. English Harbour and Nelson's Dockyard bring history, and the island has a laid-back, friendly feel. Sister island Barbuda is known for its pink-tinged sands.

4 holidays

Barbados

Barbados is a long-time favourite with UK holidaymakers, with soft white beaches on the calm west coast and dramatic scenery on the Atlantic side. English is spoken, cars drive on the left, and cricket is a national passion. It makes a wonderful winter sun escape.

5 holidays

Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is famous for Punta Cana's long palm-fringed beaches and calm, warm water. Inland there are waterfalls, mountains and colonial history in Santo Domingo. It is a popular choice for relaxed beach holidays.

2 holidays

Grenada

Grenada, known as the Spice Island, is a friendly, unspoilt Caribbean island. Grand Anse Beach is one of the region's finest, while the interior has rainforest, waterfalls and spice plantations. St George's has a pretty harbour framed by colourful houses.

1 holiday

Jamaica

Jamaica is full of character, with reggae rhythms, lush mountains and beautiful beaches. Montego Bay is a lively gateway, Negril is known for its Seven Mile Beach and sunsets, and Ocho Rios for Dunn's River Falls. English is spoken, and cars drive on the left.

2 holidays

Mexico

Cancun, on Mexico's Caribbean coast, is known for its white-sand beaches and turquoise sea. Mayan sites such as Chichén Itzá and Tulum, and swimming in natural cenotes, make for memorable days out. It is a popular choice for long-haul family holidays and honeymoons.

3 holidays

St Lucia

St Lucia is one of the most scenic islands in the Caribbean, with the twin Piton peaks rising from the sea, lush rainforest and secluded bays. Visitors can bathe in volcanic mud springs, hike, snorkel or simply relax. It is a favourite for honeymoons.

2 holidays

Turks & Caicos

The Turks and Caicos Islands are known for some of the Caribbean's most beautiful beaches and exceptionally clear water. Grand Turk is a peaceful island with a historic capital, Cockburn Town, and a dramatic reef wall for divers. It is ideal for a quiet, sunny escape.

1 holiday

Croatia

Croatia's Dalmatian coast is a beautiful mix of historic towns, islands and crystal-clear water. Dubrovnik's walled Old Town, Diocletian's Palace in Split and the sunny island of Hvar are highlights. Ferries make island-hopping easy.

1 holiday

Cyprus

Cyprus has one of the longest sunshine seasons in Europe, with warm seas, sandy beaches and a long history. Paphos is known for its Roman mosaics, Limassol for its seafront and marina, and Ayia Napa for clear water and lively evenings. English is widely spoken and cars drive on the left.

4 holidays

Czech Republic

Prague is one of Europe's most beautiful cities, with a fairy-tale castle, Gothic spires and the famous Charles Bridge. Its compact old town is easy to explore on foot. It is a favourite for city breaks and Christmas markets.

2 holidays

Finland

Finnish Lapland is a magical winter destination, especially for families visiting Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle. Snowy forests, husky and reindeer sleigh rides and the chance of the Northern Lights make it memorable. Kemi is known for its icebreaker voyages and snow castle.

3 holidays

France

Paris is one of the world's great cities, with famous landmarks, world-class museums and elegant boulevards. It is just over two hours from London by Eurostar. It suits a romantic weekend, a family trip or a cultural break.

1 holiday

Germany

Germany is great for city breaks, with Berlin's history, museums and nightlife and Hamburg's harbour and canals. Both are a short flight from the UK. Winter brings some of Europe's best Christmas markets.

2 holidays

Greece

Greece is one of the most popular sunshine destinations for UK holidaymakers, with dozens of islands, clear blue seas and a rich ancient history. Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Kos and Zante suit family beach holidays, while Santorini and Mykonos are known for style and sunsets. Short flights from across the UK make it easy to reach.

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Italy

Italy is a joy for culture and food lovers, from the ancient monuments of Rome to the canals of Venice and the Renaissance treasures of Florence. Lake Garda offers relaxing lakeside towns, while Naples and Ischia open up the Bay of Naples. Every region has its own food and wine.

7 holidays

Malta

Malta packs a remarkable amount of history into a small, sunny island, from Valletta's fortifications to prehistoric temples. Its sister island of Gozo is greener and quieter. English is an official language and cars drive on the left.

1 holiday

Netherlands

Netherlands holidays for UK travellers. Places on those holidays include Amsterdam and Prague. Only places named on the current holidays are listed.

1 holiday

Poland

Poland's cities are rich in history and good value for a city break. Krakow has one of Europe's largest medieval market squares and Wawel Castle, while Warsaw's Old Town was carefully rebuilt after the Second World War. Both are a short flight from the UK.

1 holiday

Portugal

Portugal is a friendly, easy-going choice, with golden Algarve beaches, the hilly streets of Lisbon and the riverside port lodges of Porto. Madeira offers mild weather all year, dramatic scenery and beautiful gardens. Being on UK time makes it especially easy for short breaks.

6 holidays

Spain

Spain is the UK's favourite holiday destination, offering everything from family beach resorts to lively cities. The Balearic Islands of Majorca and Ibiza are summer favourites, while the Canary Islands bring winter sun. Barcelona and Malaga combine city sights with the beach.

19 holidays

Turkey

Turkey combines beautiful beaches with remarkable history, from the Turquoise Coast resorts of Side, Fethiye and Marmaris to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Istanbul bridges Europe and Asia, while sites such as Ephesus, Troy, Gallipoli and Pamukkale reward curious travellers. It is known for warm hospitality and generous food.

16 holidays

Bali

Bali is a tropical island famous for its temples, rice terraces and relaxed beach life. Ubud is the cultural heart, Munduk offers cool hills and waterfalls, and Sanur has a calm seafront. Short boat trips reach Nusa Lembongan and the Gili Islands near Lombok.

1 holiday

Borneo

Malaysian Borneo is a paradise for nature lovers, with ancient rainforest, orangutans and tropical islands. Sepilok is known for its orangutan rehabilitation centre, and Selingan is a turtle-nesting island. Kota Kinabalu and Kuching are friendly gateways, and the Gaya Islands offer beach relaxation.

1 holiday

China

China offers some of the world's great sights, from the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing to the Terracotta Warriors in Xian and Shanghai's skyline. Guilin and Yangshuo bring dreamlike karst scenery, Chengdu its giant pandas, and Yunnan its old towns and mountains. Touring itineraries make it easy to see a lot.

7 holidays

Hong Kong

Hong Kong holidays for UK travellers. Places on those holidays include Shanghai. Only places named on the current holidays are listed.

1 holiday

Japan

Japan combines ultra-modern cities with ancient temples, gardens and traditions. Tokyo dazzles with neon and food, Kyoto with its shrines and geisha district, and Hiroshima with its moving Peace Memorial. Bullet trains make it easy to tour, and mountain towns such as Takayama and Kanazawa add old-world charm.

3 holidays

Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur is a modern Asian capital with the Petronas Twin Towers, colourful temples and excellent street food. Malaysia is easy to combine with neighbouring countries on a multi-centre tour. English is widely spoken, which makes getting around straightforward.

1 holiday

Thailand

Thailand is a long-haul favourite, combining tropical beaches with golden temples and some of the world's best street food. Bangkok is a buzzing gateway, while Phuket, Krabi, Koh Lanta and Khao Lak offer island scenery and clear water. Many itineraries also combine Thailand with neighbouring countries.

8 holidays

Vietnam

Vietnam is a long, slender country packed with memorable scenery, from the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay to the rice terraces of Sa Pa. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are energetic and full of street food, while Hue and Hoi An bring history and lantern-lit charm. A north-to-south tour is a classic way to see it.

2 holidays

Iceland

Iceland is a land of fire and ice, with waterfalls, geysers, glaciers and black-sand beaches. Reykjavík is a colourful, compact capital and the base for the Golden Circle and the south coast. In winter, the Northern Lights are a big draw.

8 holidays

Delhi

Delhi is the gateway to India's famous Golden Triangle with Agra, home of the Taj Mahal, and Jaipur, the Pink City. Rajasthan's desert cities of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Udaipur are full of forts and palaces, and Ranthambore offers tiger safaris. Further north, Leh in Ladakh is a high-altitude Himalayan wonder.

7 holidays

Kerala

Kerala, in southern India, is known as God's Own Country for its palm-fringed backwaters, tea-covered hills and relaxed pace. Cochin has a fascinating colonial quarter, Munnar is cool and green, and Thekkady is famous for spice gardens and wildlife. A houseboat on the backwaters around Kumarakom is a highlight.

1 holiday

Mumbai

Mumbai is India's energetic coastal city, with colonial landmarks, bustling markets and Bollywood. From here, tours reach the ancient Ajanta and Ellora caves near Aurangabad, the Sula Vineyards at Nashik, and tiger reserves at Tadoba and Pench. Goa's beaches and Rajasthan's palaces are also within reach.

3 holidays

Maldives

The Maldives is a chain of coral islands in the Indian Ocean, famous for white sand, turquoise lagoons and extraordinary marine life. Many islands are a private retreat, reached by speedboat or seaplane from Male. It is a classic honeymoon destination.

5 holidays

Mauritius

Mauritius is an Indian Ocean island of turquoise lagoons, white beaches and green volcanic mountains. Belle Mare and Grand Gaube are known for calm water, and Bel Ombre for its southern scenery. Port Louis, the capital, has a lively market. It is a favourite for honeymoons and twin-centre holidays.

6 holidays

Seychelles

The Seychelles is famous for some of the most beautiful beaches on earth, framed by smooth granite boulders and lush green hills. On Mahé, Beau Vallon is a lively beach, while Anse La Mouche is calm and sheltered. Island-hopping to Praslin and La Digue is easy.

4 holidays

Dubai

Dubai is a favourite for winter sun, with year-round warmth, glittering skyscrapers and sandy beaches. Visitors can head up the Burj Khalifa, shop in the souks and malls, and take a desert safari. It is also a popular stopover on the way to Asia and Australia.

9 holidays

Jordan

Jordan is one of the Middle East's most rewarding destinations, home to the rose-red city of Petra, the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea. Amman, the capital, has a Roman theatre and a hilltop Citadel. Distances are short, so touring is easy.

1 holiday

Oman

Oman is a peaceful, welcoming country of rugged mountains, desert dunes and a long coastline. Muscat, the capital, has a magnificent Grand Mosque and the traditional Muttrah Souq. It is a relaxed winter sun destination with plenty of adventure.

2 holidays

Qatar

Doha is a modern Gulf capital with impressive museums, a lively souk and a waterfront Corniche. Desert trips to the inland sea are a highlight. It also makes a convenient stopover on longer journeys.

4 holidays

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is home to Islam's two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina, the focus of Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages. The capital, Riyadh, combines modern architecture with the historic Diriyah district. The country has recently opened up more widely to visitors.

10 holidays

UAE

Beyond Dubai, the United Arab Emirates offers Abu Dhabi's cultural landmarks, Yas Island's theme parks and the beaches and mountains of Ras Al Khaimah. Winters are warm and sunny, making it a popular winter sun choice.

5 holidays

Brazil

Brazil is vast and vibrant, from Rio de Janeiro's beaches and Sugarloaf Mountain to the thundering Iguassu Falls. In the north, Barreirinhas and Atins are gateways to the extraordinary dunes and lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses, and Natal has long sunny beaches. Many tours also continue into neighbouring countries.

3 holidays

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a nature lover's dream, with rainforests, volcanoes and beaches packed into a small country. Tortuguero is famous for nesting turtles, Arenal for its volcano and hot springs, and Monteverde for its cloud forest. Manuel Antonio combines wildlife with beautiful beaches.

1 holiday

Ecuador

Ecuador packs extraordinary variety into a small country. Quito has a beautiful colonial centre, Otavalo is known for its craft market, and the Avenue of the Volcanoes passes Cotopaxi on the way to Baños and Riobamba. Further south are the Inca ruins of Ingapirca and the elegant city of Cuenca.

1 holiday

Galapagos

The Galapagos Islands are one of the world's great wildlife destinations, where sea lions, giant tortoises, marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies show little fear of people. Islands such as Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Bartolomé, Rabida and North Seymour each have their own character. Trips usually begin in mainland Ecuador, sometimes with time in the Amazon around Tena.

1 holiday

Peru

Peru is home to Machu Picchu, the legendary Inca citadel, and Cusco, the historic Inca capital. The Sacred Valley, Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca offer breathtaking Andean scenery, while Arequipa, Paracas and the Nazca Lines add variety. Lima is a fine food city, and Iquitos is the gateway to the Amazon.

1 holiday

Tahiti

Tahiti and its islands in French Polynesia are the stuff of South Pacific dreams. Papeete is the lively gateway, Moorea is known for its jagged peaks and bays, and Bora Bora for its breathtaking lagoon. It is a classic honeymoon and once-in-a-lifetime destination.

1 holiday

Chicago

Chicago is a great American city of striking architecture, lakefront parks and jazz and blues. It is also the start of the famous Route 66, which runs through St Louis, Oklahoma City, Amarillo, Santa Fe and Flagstaff to Los Angeles. Many trips also detour to Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans for music.

2 holidays

Florida

Florida is a family favourite, with Orlando's world-famous theme parks, sunny beaches and warm weather much of the year. Fort Lauderdale offers beaches and canals, and the Overseas Highway leads across the Florida Keys to laid-back Key West. Fly-drive holidays are a popular way to see the state.

4 holidays

Las Vegas

Las Vegas is famous for its neon-lit Strip, spectacular shows and round-the-clock entertainment. It is also a gateway to the desert landscapes of the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon. Many visitors pair it with New York for a twin-centre trip.

1 holiday

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the starting point for some of America's greatest road trips. Beyond Hollywood and the beaches, routes lead to Las Vegas, the red rock landscapes of Monument Valley, Page and Bryce Canyon, and through Yosemite and Mammoth Lakes to San Francisco. The scenery changes dramatically every day.

2 holidays

Miami

Miami is a stylish, sunny city with the famous South Beach, Art Deco architecture and a lively Latin American culture. From here, the Overseas Highway leads to Key West, while Orlando's theme parks and the Gulf coast beaches of Clearwater are an easy drive away.

1 holiday

New York

New York is one of the world's most exciting cities, with iconic skyscrapers, Central Park, Broadway shows and world-class museums. It is only about 8 hours from London. Many trips continue on to Chicago, New Orleans, Los Angeles or San Francisco for a wider tour of the USA.

2 holidays

San Francisco

San Francisco is a hilly, colourful city famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and Alcatraz. Wine country and the redwood forests are close by. It also links well with Seattle to the north and Chicago for a longer trip.

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