The best non-EU holidays for 2019 – as ‘Brexit-proof’ all-inclusive breaks soar in popularity
BREXIT is influencing where we’re going on holiday with many Brits worried about costs to holidays to countries that are on the Euro.
Love Holidays conducted a survey of 18-34 year olds, and 25 per cent said that Brexit will impact their holiday-making decisions next year.
Brits are increasingly plumping for “Brexit-proof” all-inclusive holidays to countries that aren’t on the Euro as it will save them cash when they are away.
found that the nation is worried about passport and visa costs once Brexit kicks in, as well as increased exchange rates and mobile phone bills.
Overall, searches on the website for all-inclusive holidays are up 55 per cent year-on-year.
Searches for breaks to Turkey are up by 71 per cent, with searches for Morocco and Egypt up by 32 per cent.
Christian Armond from commented, “With peak booking season for 2019 holidays around the corner, we are anticipating an increase in bookings for all-inclusive holidays.
“These holidays appeal in the current Brexit climate as there are no hidden extras with the cost of meals and drinks all included.”
We’ve put together a roundup of the best countries to head to for a Brexit-proof holiday.
Turkey
Antalya is now Thomas Cook's most popular airport for UK travellers and has overtaken Palma de Majorca.
The country is even cheaper for Brits right now because the lira has plummeted against the pound.
Stay at the five-star Side La Grande Resort and Spa in Antalya on an all-inclusive basis, including flight and hotel from £413pp in June.
The hotel has a water park and is on the beach - and everything will be covered once you're there. .
Egypt
Head over to Egypt if you want guaranteed sunshine and rock bottom prices.
You’ll find snorkelling, sandy beaches, restaurants and bars to hand and it’s a destination for the whole family.
While Dahab is the place to head for diving, Hurghada is where you'll want to be for a busy, buzzing day and nightlife, and if you want a quiet, chilled holiday then head to Makadi Bay.
Head to the five-star Jasmine Palace hotel in Hurghada for seven nights on an all-inclusive basis for £474pp in February. .
Bulgaria
Bulgaria isn't on the Euro, which makes it a very cheap option for Brits with decent exchange rates and was found to be the cheapest place for Brits to go on holiday earlier this year.
Research by M&S Bank has shown that holidays for families are cheaper by 1.4 per cent this year than in 2017, a saving of £56, with Sunny Beach in Bulgaria coming out on top.
Bulgaria was also featured as the cheapest destination for Brits by the Post Office Travel Money Holiday Costs Barometer, which compares costs in 19 European beach resorts.
Head to Varna from Manchester on June 18 for seven nights and stay at the Balaton Hotel on an all-inclusive basis from £280pp. .
Tunisia
Located between the Med and Sahara Desert, Brits go for the sun, sand and sea - as well as the low prices and the fact that it is just a short three-hour flight away.
has a year-long warm, mild climate and you can expect plenty of sunshine from May to October, often peaking at 35C during the summer.
The country is anticipated to be on the most popular destinations for Brits in 2019.
Head to the Houria Palace Hotel in Port el Kantaoui on an all-inclusive basis with flights from Gatwick included, for seven nights in January from £283pp. .
Morocco
Head off to a resort such as Agadir in Morocco and join the locals shopping in the colourful Souk El Had, be sure to bring home spices, and see the history of the city at the museum, Memoire d’Agadir.
Sand buggy and camel rides, horse-riding and boat, sailing, walking and cycling trips are all available.
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At night, the promenade is buzzing with restaurants, cafes and bars – food is delicious and reasonably priced – and the beating sound of a nightclub is never far away.
Stay at the four-star Allegro Agadir for seven nights in February with flights from Manchester, on an all-inclusive basis, from£350pp. .
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