Where’s hot in May? Cheap beach holidays from £261pp – including flights
IF you’re after a quiet beach holiday, May might be the best time to jet off to a sunny destination before the peak summer crowds arrive.
We’ve rounded up the best deals for the hottest destinations to visit for an early summer vacation.
Destinations include some of Brits’ favourites like Spain, Turkey, and Greece.
Here are the hottest destinations to visit in May:
Spain
Average temperature 25C
Mainland Spain tends to have a lower temperature of around 22C, while the Balearics and Canary Islands will have an average of 25C.
Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Costa del Sol are some of the most popular destinations and also great value for money.
There are fewer crowds in May, so you won’t have to worry about long queues or busy beaches, while all the shops, restaurants and attractions are open.
All-inclusive stays:
- 4 nights all-inclusive at Grupotel Mar De Menorca in Menorca, Spain – from £327pp
- 4 nights all-inclusive at Bellevue Club in Alcudia, Majorca, Spain – from £282pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Ilusion Markus and Spa in Majorca –from £399pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Marylanza Suites & Spa Resort in Tenerife, Spain – from £699pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at LIVVO Apartments Morromar Matagorda in Lanzarote, Spain – from £567pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Castillo Beach Caleta de Fuste in Fuerteventura, Spain – from £363pp
Self-catering and bed and breakfast:
- 7 nights half-board at May Cala Martina Punta Arabi Hotel in Ibiza, Spain – from £369pp
- 7 nights half-board at Blue Sea Montevista-Hawai in Costa Brava, Spain – from £261pp
- 7 nights self-catering at Cinco Plazas Apartments in Lanzarote, Spain – from £395pp
- 7 nights self-catering at Ocean Hill in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, Spain – from £349pp
- 7 nights half-board at Sol Tenerife in Tenerife, Spain – from £449pp
Egypt
Average temperature 32C
Egypt has one of the hottest temperatures in May, with highs of 38C in some parts of the country.
Flights take up to five hours from the UK, so you don’t have to travel too far for some summer heat.
Egypt is also this year’s “best value holiday location” in the Holiday Costs Report assessed by Post Office Travel Money.
However, May is already considered peak season in Egypt, so package holiday prices will be higher than usual.
All-inclusive stays
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Jaz Bluemarine Resort in Hurghada, Egypt – from £799pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Coral Sea Aqua Club in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt – from £799pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Concorde El Salam in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt – from £599pp
Turkey
Average temperature 25C
With highs of 28, the average temperature in Turkey in May is around 25C.
The popular holiday destination is an excellent choice for families as it is home to Europe’s best water parks.
Beautiful beaches, shopping, food and attractions are also selling points for Turkey.
All-inclusive stays
- 7 nights all-inclusive at TUI SUNEO Costa Mare Suites in Marmaris, Turkey – from £459pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Idas Hotel in Icmeler, Turkey – from £449pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Ramada Resort By Wyndham Side in Side, Antalya, Turkey – from £459pp
Self-catering stays
- 7 nights at Orka Village Hisaronu in Hisaronu, Dalaman Area, Turkey – from £325pp
Greece
Average temperature 24C
Crete and Zante are all great choices for an early summer holiday in Greece, with an average temperature of 24C.
The island of Crete is a popular vacation spot, with white sandy beaches and hotels or villas to stay in.
All-inclusive stays
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Altura in Tsilivi, Zante, Greece – from £429pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Koni Village Hotel Apartments in Stalis, Crete – from £495pp
Self-catering stays
- 7 nights self-catering at Andreas Apartments in Gouves, Crete – from £299pp
- 7 nights self-catering at Quayside Village Hotel in Kavos, Corfu – from £269pp
Cyprus
Average temperature 25C
In May, Cyprus sees highs of up to 31C, so it’s perfect for spending days on the beach.
However, the island is also filled with activities and places to visit.
For instance, you could test your limits on one of the hiking trails or visit the ancient town of Kourion.
All-inclusive stays
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Vangelis Hotel and Suites in Protaras, Cyprus – from £699pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Ascos Coral Beach Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus – from £499pp
Self-catering stays
- 7 nights self-catering at Hilltop Gardens Hotel Apartments in Paphos Resort, Cyprus – from £359pp
- 7 nights self-catering at Anthea Hotel Apartments in Ayia Napa, Cyprus – from £389pp
Morocco
Average temperature 25C
Morocco is in North Africa, so it has balmy temperatures around the mid-20s, making it much more pleasant than the UK.
Agadir and Taghazout have miles of sandy beaches to relax on and enjoy the sun.
While Marrakech is a great option if you don’t fancy a beach break, you’ll also find some properties with on-site waterparks if you don’t want to miss out on the water fun.
All-inclusive stays
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Hotel Kenzi Europa in Agadir, Morocco – from £599pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at LABRANDA Targa Club Aquapark in Marrakech, Morocco – from £429pp
- 7 nights all-inclusive at Iberostar Club Palmeraie in Marrakech, Morocco – from £589pp
If you’re after some bargain deals we revealed affordable holiday resorts in Bulgaria with one-week beach breaks from £286pp.
And for cheap all-inclusive holidays, Tunisia has breaks from £287pp, including flights.
While, BA has European flights from £68 and long haul from £392 this summer, including luggage and snacks.