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NOW is the perfect moment to begin organizing your summer 2026 vacation, as travel companies are kicking off their January sales.
Recent research has identified the most budget-friendly destinations—both short and long haul—for your travels.
The most affordable all-inclusive destinations for holidays have been identifiedCredit: Alamy
Bulgaria topped the listCredit: Alamy
TravelSupermarket analyzed the prices of all-inclusive holidays across some of the most sought-after short-haul destinations in Europe.
The research focused on holiday searches from October 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026, for trips scheduled between May and September 2026.
Securing the top spot was Bulgaria, with an average cost of £760 per person for a week-long all-inclusive stay.
However, there are options available for as low as £239 per person for an all-inclusive week away, through loveholidays.
Bulgaria is frequently recognized as one of the most economical European holiday destinations—last year, beers were priced from £1.60.
In second place, according to TravelSupermarket, was Morocco, with average all-inclusive stays costing £852.
Morocco is often regarded as an excellent winter sun getaway without the need for extensive travel, featuring popular locations like Marrakech, Agadir, and Fez.
Similarly, all-inclusive holidays can be found for as little as £259 per person on loveholidays.
Other inexpensive holiday spots include Malta, with an average price of £862 for all-inclusive holidays, followed by Spain (£888) and Tunisia (£934).
However, Croatia has experienced the most significant decline in prices.
On average, holiday costs have decreased by £136 per person, approximately 22 percent.
While Tunisia and Morocco remain among the more affordable options, prices are beginning to rise.
Tunisia holidays have increased by £170 compared to last year (up 22 percent), while Morocco holidays are up £125 (up 17 percent).
Chris Webber, Head of Holidays and Deals at TravelSupermarket, stated: “Bulgaria seems poised to reclaim its status as the top bargain all-inclusive destination.
“Despite the price hikes, Tunisia and Morocco continue to rank among the top five cheapest countries, allowing families to find great value there.”
Top 13 Cheapest Short-Haul Countries for Summer 2026
Average cost of a seven-night all-inclusive holiday, according to TravelSupermarket:
1. Bulgaria – £760
2. Morocco – £852
3. Malta – £862
4. Spain – £888
5. Tunisia – £934
6. Italy – £948
7. Egypt – £1,010
8. Portugal – £1,017
9. Montenegro – £1,037
10. Croatia – £1,046
11. Turkey – £1,057
12. Greece – £1,096
13. Cyprus – £1,186
Croatia has seen the largest drop in pricesCredit: Alamy
For the best affordable long-haul destinations, Cape Verde emerged at the top.
Approximately six hours from the UK by plane, the average all-inclusive holiday costs £1,247—down six percent from last year.
Following closely is the Caribbean at £1,297 (a nine percent decrease) and the Dominican Republic at £1,664 (down four percent).
Destinations experiencing price hikes include Mexico—up 22 percent compared to 2025—and Jamaica, which has risen by 16 percent.
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