A holiday expert has listed four ‘cheap and hot’ spots to book for May (stock image) (Image: Getty)
A travel expert has uneviled his top four « hot and cheap » holiday destinations to book this May for a spring escape before the « summer prices » hit.
With two bank holidays approaching, many Britons aim to capitalise on time away from work by jetting off on an extended weekend abroad while on the hunt for guaranteed sunshine – never a reliable option here in the UK. With this in mind, holiday specialist Rob, known online as Rob On The Beach, highlighted four locations he would « genuinely » book for himself.
In a video shared on Instagram, he said: « Four places I’d personally book for May if you want a properly hot holiday without paying summer prices. »
He continued: « May is easily one of the best value months for good weather at a pinch of a price. Plus, the UK’s fully into bank holiday season so you can stretch that annual leave a bit further, too.
« So I’ve looked at the data, the weather and the live pricing to find the four places I’d genuinely book myself. »
4. Malta
Rob kicked off his list with the Mediterranean island country Malta, which enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year.
The travel expert said: « In fourth, Malta. This is one people are slowly catching onto now. You’re getting consistent mid-20s heat, loads of sunshine, but it’s still not hit the peak pricing window yet in May.
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« And the best part about Malta is it’s not just sit by the pool, either, which you can do, but there’s loads to explore and loads to see on the island. »
He then highlighted a deal he’d found from Monday, May 4 until Saturday, May 9, priced at £240 per person, including direct flights from London Luton and a stay at the « gorgeous » St Julian’s Levante, Affiliated by Melia hotel.
3. Cyprus
Rob then turned his attention to Cyprus, another island country, which is located in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It boasts world-renowned beaches, 320 days of sunshine per year, alongside a wealth of history and culture.
Rob said: « This is your safe bet because in Cyprus in May, there’s proper sunshine every single day and by mid May, you’re well into the high 20s here.
« Also, quick one, because people always ask; yes it is safe in Cyprus right now. The FCDO advice has not changed and everything there is operating as normal. But speaking of things that aren’t normal, just look at this deal. »
Rob shared a five-night stay at Hylatio Tourist Village in Paphos from Friday, May 15 until Wednesday, May 20 on a half board basis, with direct flights from London Stansted for £280 per person.
An aerial view of yachts anchored in turquoise bays of Dalaman, Turkey (Image: Getty)
He added: « For that level of weather, this early in the year in a premium destination like Cyprus, that’s a cracking price. »
2. Dalaman
Taking the second spot, Rob chose Dalaman, a municipality and district of Muğla Province, Turkey. Dalaman is celebrated for its award-winning beaches, picturesque snorkelling, rich heritage, sweeping views of the legendary Turquoise Coast, stunning natural scenery complete with nesting loggerhead turtles, and a great deal more.
Rob « specifically » recommended Fethiye and said: « Now look, Fethiye is unreal all year round but May is when I personally think it’s at its best.
« You’ve got that perfect balance of temperatures in the mid 20s, proper sunshine all month and all without the peak pricing the peak level of tourists.
« It’s green, it’s scenic, there’s loads to explore, it’s absolutely drop dead gorgeous and you still get that classic Turkey all-inclusive value here, too. »
Rob highlighted a bargain he’d found for a five-night all-inclusive stay at the five-star Club Tuana Fethiye with direct flights from London Gatwick from Saturday, May 2 until Thursday, May 7, for £350 per person.
He said: « This is one of the best value holidays you can book in May, full stop. »
1. Albania
Rob said he’d « gone for something a bit different this time », placing Albania in the top spot. The Balkan country offers stunning coastlines alongside fascinating history and culture. There are numerous castles and archaeological sites, plus hiking opportunities and tranquil, uncrowded Mediterranean beaches.
The travel expert explained: « Somehow, Albania is still flying under the radar – because here, you’ve got coastline that looks like Greece but prices that really do not.
« In May, you’re comfortably in mid-20s heat with loads of sun and crucially not a lot of people there. »
Rob shared a deal for a four-night stay at the three-star Hotel Vola, including breakfast, from Saturday, May 9 to Thursday, May 14 with direct flights from London Stansted, all for just £175 per person.
He added: « For a sunny, cheap European beach break that’s also a hidden gem, that’s cheaper than most people’s weekends at home. This is the kind of place to go to now as well because people will cotton on and it will be busy next year. »
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