Take five holiday bargain deals

Published 05 April 2014 02:30 AM

From a honeymoon in Cuba to a getaway in county Waterford, here are five suggested holiday bargains.

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Bargain in Tenerife

As soon as the Easter holidays are over, holiday prices drop before the summer season kicks off. You can generally find great deals for all the popular spots in Europe, including Tenerife, where the sun will be shining and the beaches quiet. Falcon currently has a week in a self catering apartment in Playa De Las Americas, from €299pp, departing Dublin on April 25. The beach is 1.5km away, and there’s plenty to explore in the area, including the exclusive shopping district known as the ‘Golden Mile’.

See: Falconholidays.ie

Adults only Algarve

It can feel a little taboo to admit it, but sometimes you want a resort that’s guaranteed to be child- free. This is where the Thomson Gold properties come up trumps. All of the resorts are only open to those over the age of 16, which means you’re guaranteed some peace and quiet by the pool. Thomson have a week half board at the Hotel Falesia in the Algarve, departing Dublin on May 25, from €649pp (saving €180 per person).

See: Thomsonholidays.ie

Honeymoon in Cuba

There’s nowhere quite like Cuba. It has the picturesque beaches that you want from a Caribbean island, but also vibrant cities that buzz until the early hours. If you’re looking for a perfect honeymoon location, then you’re looking in the right place. Cuba Travel has seven nights at the five-star Paradisus Princesa Del Mar in Varadero, from €1,595pp, for travel in May-June and September-October. The price includes flights from Dublin, transfers and all inclusive accommodation, but you must book by the end of April to avail of the special offer.

See: CubaTravel.ie

Tour of Eastern Canada

There’s a lot to see in eastern Canada, which is why a guided tour makes sense. You’ll check out all of the sights, have an expert guide on hand, and won’t have to worry about getting there by yourself. And if you book with Sunway, you’ll be travelling in style, with luxury coach transport and first-class hotel rooms on their ‘Best of Eastern Canada’ trip. You’ll see Toronto, Niagara Falls, Montreal, Quebec City, Ottawa and more, with tours and excursions. The 10-day trip departs Dublin on May 31, and costs from €2,315pp (saving €406 per couple).

See: Sunway.ie

Spa break in Co Waterford

Perched above the water in Ardmore Bay, the Cliff House Hotel is the perfect spot for a luxurious break at home. There are only 39 rooms, each filled with light, with amazing sea views. The spa is something special too, with treatments that reflect the local environment, from seaweed wraps to a peat bath. Make the most of it with The Cliff Spa Classic package, including an overnight stay in a Deluxe Seaview room, a three course evening meal, 25 minute spa treatment and breakfast the following morning, from €355 for two people.

See: thecliffhousehotel.com

NB: All prices subject to change/availability