The weather might be hotting up once more in the UK, but we’d much rather soak up the 30C heat on a European beach, rather than in the office.
Every year, millions of Brits opt for all-inclusive holidays, and they’re actually more popular than they have been for years. According to a 2025 Expedia report, there’s been a staggering 60% increase in travellers searching for package experiences.
But now data has revealed that deals to some of the most popular destinations have rocketed in price.
UAE, Cyprus, Egypt, Turkey and Greece saw the highest prices increases since 2024, with a trip to the UAE increasing by 26% from £1,210 to £1,525.
Meanwhile, the average cost for a holiday in Cyprus in August has gone up by 23%, from £950 per person to £1,166, according to figures compiled by TravelSupermarket for the BBC.
If you’re starting to worry your budget won’t stretch, don’t panic just yet.
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Travel Supermarket also recently rounded up the cheapest all‑inclusive destinations for 2025.
Metro has spoken to travel insiders to find out more about some of destinations, so you can enjoy a stress-free summer holiday without breaking the bank.
Average cost of a week-long all inclusive family holiday in August 2024 vs August 2025
- UAE: +£315 (£1,210 vs £1,525)
- Cyprus: +£216 (£950 vs £1,166)
- Egypt: +£195 (£981 vs £1,176)
- Turkey: +£129 (£874 vs £1,003)
- Greece: +£112 (£926 vs £1,038)
- Spain: +£79 (£835 vs £914)
- Malta: +£62 (£804 vs £866)
- Portugal: +£36 (£936 vs £972)
- Italy: -£137 (£1,266 vs £1,129)
- Tunisia: -£31 (£794 vs £763)
Source: BBC/TravelSupermarket
Morocco
Marrakech ranks on both the list of cheapest all-inclusive destinations for summer 2025 and the cheapest destinations for winter sun — with the average price for a week’s holiday costing £479 per person in the colder months.
The ‘Red City’ has much to recommend it, including opulent palaces, ancient architecture and atmospheric souks with aromatic cuisine.
Temperatures in Marrakech reach a pleasant 19°C in January, the coldest month of the year, while August sees scorching highs of 39°C.
Meanwhile, Agadir, a three-hour drive south of Marrakech, boasts average prices of £594 per person for an all-inclusive holiday.
Morocco’s biggest beach destination, it’s home to a five-and-a-half-mile palm-lined promenade and the nearby fishing village of Taghazout is a surfers’ paradise.
Which? ranked Agadir as the overall cheapest location for a last-minute all-inclusive package holiday, estimating the average price per person for seven nights at £1,041.
Canary Islands
Okay, so trips to Spain have increased in price since 2024, but by one of the smallest bumps, with holidays costing an average of just £79 more.
While the likes of Tenerife might have reputations for attracting tourists who want to spend a week on a sunbed with a cocktail in hand, this perception does it an injustice.
In reality, there’s so much more to this underrated Canary Island, from volcanic hikes and stargazing to cheese-tasting tours and fine dining experiences.
Elsewhere in the Spanish archipelago, Which? estimated that a last-minute all-inclusive holiday for seven nights in Fuerteventura costs an average of £1,103 per person – the fifth cheapest destination on their list behind Morocco, Turkey and other Spanish destinations.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast has been touted as a cheaper version of the French Riviera, boasting sun-soaked beaches and cobbled streets.
The region’s infamous Sunny Beach is home to raucous nightclubs and a five-mile stretch of sand.
Its hedonistic reputation has been the subject of numerous TV documentaries, which have revealed the availability of illegal drugs, overpriced private medical treatment and excessive drinking in the country with Europe’s lowest alcohol prices.
Nearby, Bourgas has been ranked as one of the cheapest areas for an all-inclusive holiday. Week-long stays there can cost as little as £489 per person.
Meanwhile, Which? recently estimated that a last-minute all-inclusive holiday for seven nights in Bourgas costs an average of £1,108 per person, making it the sixth cheapest destination on their list, below locations in Morocco, Spain and Turkey.
Now that Bulgaria has become a member of the Schengen Area, prices may go up as more tourists flock to the country, so consider an all-inclusive break to save your pennies.
The all inclusive for people who hate all inclusives
Metro‘s Kitty Chrisp thought she hated all-inclusive holidays until she spent a weekend at the Tui Blue Angora Beach Hotel in Izmir, Turkey.
‘World’s away from the chaotic bazaars of Istanbul, this part of the country’s 8,000km coast is all about relaxation: a weekend here is everything you need to tap out of busy city life, and into a good book.’
Tunisia
Tunisia was actually one of the few destinations (along with Italy) that has decreased in package holiday prices since last year, so there’s all the more reason to book a trip for summer 2025.
The Gulf of Hammamet, in Tunisia, sits on the Mediterranean coast and is home to sloping sandy beaches perfect for swimming and watersports, as well as the ruins of the ancient city of Carthage, a part-excavated UNESCO World Heritage site with an ancient Roman theatre, villas and baths.
Hammamet and Sousse have been ranked as two of the cheapest destinations for an all-inclusive holiday in 2025, with deals on seven-night stays in the region starting from £566 per person.
Port El Kantaoui, a harbour town in the same area, ranked number one on Travel Supermarket’s list of the cheapest destinations for all-inclusive winter sun.
The average price for a week’s holiday in the winter months was estimated to be £333 per person.
While summer sees soaring temperatures of up to 34°C in this area of Tunisia, visit in winter to enjoy highs of 17°C. Spring brings highs of around 26°C.
Things to consider when booking an all-inclusive holiday
All-inclusive doesn’t always mean everything’s included, so read the fine print. Some resorts limit drinks per day or charge extra for premium spirits, while others may only offer à la carte restaurants once per stay, with the rest of your meals at the buffet.
Zoe tells Metro: ‘Keep an eye on bar queues. Reviews mentioning “long waits for a beer” are a warning that your holiday could feel like a trip to a packed nightclub without the fun.’
She adds: ‘And don’t forget to check TripAdvisor for food quality, no one wants to spend their holiday surviving on chips and bread rolls because the buffet’s dodgy.
‘In short, check what’s actually included, read reviews for food and queues, and look for hidden charges like transport or tips. A little research goes a long way to making sure your all-inclusive holiday is worth every penny, and every cocktail.’
A version of this article was originally published on 21 January 2025.
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