LOOKING to escape the rainy weather this October? Read on for our round-up of cheap family holiday deals.
From exploring Roman ruins in Italy to relaxing on the long, sandy beaches of Costa Brava, find fun-packed, budget family breaks to keep the whole family happy.
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All the suggestions in our guide are for a family of four travelling anytime between October 19 and October 27.
As a hotel room and return flights are included in every deal in our round up, a last-minute holiday won’t break the bank this year.
Bear in mind that hotels, airlines and tour operators know that more people will want to jet off during school holidays, so many will hike up their prices as more people book.
So the more flexible you are with dates and destinations, the better chance you have of nabbing a deal, or finding availability for flights using your miles.
We’ve chosen the best destinations for a family October break below and the best deals to get you there.
Costa Brava
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Staying at the three star Hotel Merce, with breakfast included, the week-long holiday is for flights from Bournemouth on October 19.
Take in the view from the rooftop terrace bar while your kids enjoy the outdoor swimming pool.
It’s close to beaches and museums to keep the whole family happy.
Lake Garda
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Brits choosing Italy for their annual holiday should head to Lake Garda, with a week-long stay at the four star Villa Paradiso Suite selling at £174 per person.
Leaving Belfast on October 19, it’s the perfect choice for a family-friendly holiday with a vast range of facilities, so you can kick back and relax during your stay.
The hotel offers elegant rooms and is situated right on the lake, just 400m away from the city centre.
Rome
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Lovers of history, architecture and food have been coming to Rome for centuries.
You can spend four nights in the four star Hotel Delle Province, costing £267 per person, when travelling from London Heathrow on October 21.
Along with a bar, this hotel has a rooftop terrace and self parking. It’s also situated within a 15-minute walk of Piazza Bologna and University of Roma-La Sapienza, the perfect location to explore the city.
Albufeira
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Brits choosing Portugal for their October break should head to Albufeira in the southern Algarve region of Portugal, with a three-night stay at the Janelas Do Mar Apartment costing £253 per person.
Leaving London Gatwick on October 21, it’s the perfect spot for a family holiday thanks to its sandy beaches and kid-friendly attractions.
Tucked away on the southern tip of Portugal, the days also stay sunnier and warmer much later into the year, with an average daytime maximum temperature of 23°C
Majorca
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This all-inclusive deal, which includes all meals and drinks, is for seven nights at the beachfront Elegance Vista Blava Hotel.
Travelling from London Gatwick on October 19, the deal costs just £257 per person.
The three-star hotel is located in a quiet residential area of Cala Millor, just a five-minute stroll from the beach, restaurants, and shops.
It has an outdoor pool, along with a children’s pool that’s shallow enough for even the youngest guests to enjoy a splash.
And if you’re looking forward to relaxing under the hot Majorca sun, the large terrace is perfect for catching some rays.
Bodrum
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Booking an all-inclusive holiday in Turkey can save money.
The three-star Palm Garden Hotel is in Gumbet, a lively resort set in a bay with a pine-forest mountain backdrop.
Holidaymakers flock here for the choice of beautiful beaches, restaurants and bars.
Leaving London Gatwick on October 20, this all-inclusive deal costs £367 per person for seven nights.
Looking for more inspiration? You could be heading off to Disneyland Paris with the kids from just £189pp in October including flights and accommodation.
If you’re not travelling with children, here’s our guide to the best destinations for October sun and the best deals to get there.
We also have a guide to the best winter cruises for this year’s festive season.
