Which? has revealed the cheapest last-minute all-inclusive holiday destinations – and Morocco and Ibiza top the list.
The consumer group analyzed more than 3,500 package holidays still available to book this summer from Britain’s biggest holiday providers, Jet2 and TUI, and identified the cheapest options for a seven-night resort holiday in the first week of August, across all package types.
Topping the charts for cheap all-inclusive holidays are the Moroccan west coast resorts of Agadir, “one of Morocco’s most popular beach destinations,” and nearby Taghazout, “a quiet fishing village that doubles as a surfing paradise,” according to Which?.
Which? said: ‘At an average of £1,041 per person for a week, this is the most wallet-friendly option this summer for all-inclusive sun worshippers on a budget.
‘And for those worried that Morocco might be scorching hot, fear not: this stretch of coastline is cooled by a refreshing Atlantic breeze.’
The cheapest last-minute all-inclusive holiday destinations have been revealed by Which? – and Taghazout and nearby Agadir in Morocco come top. Above you see the Marina Harbor in Agadir, Morocco
Ibiza is the second most affordable last-minute all-inclusive holiday destination, according to Which?. Above is an aerial view of Calla Tarida, on the west coast of Ibiza
In a close second place is Ibiza, with Which? calling it the ‘ideal option for those looking to combine sunshine with a vibrant nightlife’.
With an average price per person of £1,046, Which? that the island is one of the cheapest all-inclusive destinations, partly due to the availability of mid-range and competitively priced accommodation, with options from £804 per person.
Dalaman in Turkey and Menorca come in third and fourth on the all-inclusive list, with an average price of £1,057 and £1,100 per person respectively.
Although all-inclusive holidays can seem like a simple way to keep holiday costs under control, with food, accommodation and drinks all included in the price, previous Which? Research has shown that some holidaymakers may suffer from unexpected costs.
The consumer group said it is important to read the terms and conditions carefully before booking to ensure the deal includes all the important elements.
Which? also looked at room only, self catering, B&B and half board packages.
The Turkish resorts of Dalaman (first) and Bodrum (second) top this list, with ‘pocket-friendly price tags’ averaging £781 and £800 per person. Which? added: ‘A word of warning for those who don’t want to spend their holiday surgically poolside, but – temperatures here can easily reach the mid-30s during the day.’
Dalaman (above) in Turkey ranks third in the rankings of cheapest all-inclusive resorts, with an average price of £1,057 per person
Menorca (pictured) is the fourth cheapest all-inclusive last-minute destination, with an average price of £1,100 per person
The Greek island of Kalymnos is in third place. Which? commented: ‘With an average price of £840 per person, this island offers holidaymakers the opportunity to step into the real Mamma Mia without breaking the bank.’
Other ‘wallet-friendly’ Greek destinations include Kefalonia (seventh), with an average of £911 per person, Lefkada (eighth) at £929 per person, and Thessaloniki (10th) at £937 per person.
For those looking for something a little more Roman than Mamma Mia, Which? the Campania region (sixth place) of Italy as an ‘excellent option’.
Home to the Amalfi Coast, Naples, Pompeii and the Isle of Capri, a holiday here costs an average of £911 per person. Which? added: ‘The luxurious Amalfi Coast may cost you more than its neighbours, at £931 per person.’
Other budget options include the well-known budget destinations of Antalya, Turkey (fourth) and the coast around Bourgas in Bulgaria (fifth).
Rory Boland, editor of Which? Travel, said: ‘Our analysis shows you can choose from fantastic destinations this summer without spending a fortune.
‘There is still plenty of availability in some of Europe’s most popular resorts this summer, but as departure dates approach prices will only increase. Book soon to get the best price.’
