The ‘California of Europe’ has cheap beach holidays in September – with temperatures as hot as August

WITH most destinations starting to cool down, the Algarve will still have average temperatures around 29C in September.

So, we've rounded up some of the best deals so you can enjoy the beaches and avoid the crowds.

The Algarve can be easily accessed by touching down at Faro Airport, which is around a 50-minute drive from the region's best beaches.

In fact, in recent years, the Algarve has been dubbed the "California of Europe" by travel experts and locals.

September weather guarantees that the Algarve's allure will not fade, making it the perfect getaway for anyone hoping to linger in the sun a bit longer.

To make it even better, the Algarve is almost an all-year-round destination, so everything should be open as usual.

There's a variety of holiday options, from the nightlife in Albufeira to historical monuments in Lagos and city life in Faro, all accompanied by beautiful beaches.

The only main differences Brits will find when travelling in September are fewer crowds and holiday packages that are hundreds cheaper than in July and August.

Holidays in September start from just £138pp, meanwhile the cheapest packages in August cost around £330pp.

Here are some of the best self-catered holidays we've spotted in September:

• 7 nights self-catering at Tarik by Atlantic Hotels, Algarve, Portugal -
• 7 nights self-catering at Studio 17 by Atlantic Hotels, Algarve, Portugal -
• 7 nights room only at Hotel D’Alcoutim, Algarve, Portugal -
• 7 nights self-catering at Aldeia De Falesia Hotel, Algarve, Portugal -
• 7 nights room only at Navegdores Hotel, Algarve, Portugal -

Alternatively, for a hassle-free holiday, all-inclusive stays are also available but are a bit more expensive.