The tense situation in the Middle East is prompting more and more tour operators to to pull the ripcord and cancel Easter holidays. If you want to be on the safe side when booking, it is best to choose destinations within Europe for the upcoming holidays. This not only saves your nerves, but also your wallet: a price evaluation from HolidayCheck shows where the best bargains can be found now.

European destinations: Spain and Greece attract with discounts

At the top of the cheapest holiday destinations is the Spanish Costa Brava. On average, couples pay around around here 940 euros for a week’s package holiday. The Mediterranean is still a bit fresh in March and April, but the region scores with wonderful temperatures Coastal walks and Possible excursions to Barcelona.

On the Greek islands Prices also fall. Due to the early Easter date this year, demand is behind last year. On Kos couples pay for a week’s package holiday around 1190 euroswhat a Price drop of a whopping 19 percent compared to February. Crete is 13 percent cheaper become and lies at around 1350 euros.

Guaranteed sun: bathing weather in North Africa and Turkey

For the classic Beach vacation with clear higher temperatures Travelers are traditionally drawn to the Türkiyeafter Tunisia or Egypt. In March and April the thermometers show the Turkish Riviera and up Djerba already pleasant 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. In Egypt are already waving at popular travel destinations such as Hurghada or Marsa Alam up to 30 degrees and ideal bathing weather.

The Turkish Riviera proves itself with around 1120 euros for two people continues to be a price-performance tip, as many offers are already “All inclusive” include. Djerba in Tunisia stays with us 1260 euros also comparatively affordable. For the summer temperatures in Egypt, couples have to dig a little deeper into their pockets: Hurghada for example, beats with 1840 euros to book.

Popular archipelago increases in price

Not all destinations have become cheaper. The Canary Islands are recording a constant high demand and continue to be among the most expensive destinations. You benefit massively from Rebookingsas many travelers had to adjust their original plans as a result of the Iran War. This is how the Easter holiday costs Gran Canaria for couples currently around 2,610 euros – a Price increase of 22 percent compared to the previous month. A week up Tenerife is there for about 2,130 euros.

“Current developments show that many travelers are willing to spend more money for sun, safety and a planned holiday experience, especially around Easter, when reliable weather conditions are crucial,” explains Nina Hammer from HolidayCheck. “This is also reflected in the consistently high demand on the Canary Islands.”

At the same time, there is noticeable movement in the travel market: Airlines are reacting to the wave of bookings at short notice and expanding theirs Capacity for April out of. This particularly affects destinations such as Mallorca, the Canary Islands and Greece. This offers travelers additional opportunities to get suitable and sometimes cheaper connections to the south at short notice.

Below we have summarized all the popular regions as well as the respective average prices from HolidayCheck. By clicking on the link you will go directly to the overview page with the available hotels.

Flex tariffs ensure financial security

There HolidayCheck As an online travel agency that bundles the offers of countless operators, you often end up making your booking with providers such as TUI, DERTOUR or alltours. Due to the tense geopolitical situation When traveling outside of Europe, we strongly recommend using the so-called Flex tariffs. These special options allow you to rebook or cancel your vacation until shortly before departure without giving reasons. There are usually no general travel warnings for Turkey, Tunisia or Egypt, which is why standard cancellations can be expensive.

You remain flexible with these additional booking options from the major organizers:

• HolidayCheck Travel (HolidayCheck Flex): Free cancellation possible up to 6 days before departure without giving reasons. No deposit, payment only 6 days before departure.
• Tui (FLEX tariff): Can be booked for a fee. Cancellation or rebooking up to 15 days before arrival, for package tours with scheduled flights up to 29 days before departure.
• DERTOUR Group (DERTOUR, ITS, Jahn Reisen, Meiers World Travel): Flex package can be booked as an option. For charter trips, cancellation or rebooking up to 15 days before departure, for scheduled flights up to 29 days before.
• alltours (flex option): Can be booked for an additional charge of around 29 euros per person. Cancellation possible up to 15 days before departure.
• ANEX Tour: Flex option for around 35 euros per person. Cancellation or rebooking up to 14 days before arrival.
• LMX: Flex option for around 25 euros per person. Cancellation up to 15 days before departure.
• Eurowings Holidays and Condor Holidays: Cancellation up to 14 days before departure for a fee of around 50 euros per person.
• Coral Travel (FLEX4KISS): Flex tariff can be booked optionally for an additional charge of around 29 euros per adult, children are free. Free cancellation and rebooking at the current daily rate possible up to 22 days before departure.

Important to know: The respective Flex fees are usually retained by the organizers in the event of cancellation.