{"id":260368,"date":"2025-07-13T01:30:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T01:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/260368\/"},"modified":"2025-07-13T01:30:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T01:30:15","slug":"14-last-minute-summer-holiday-deals-from-uk-holiday-parks-to-european-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/260368\/","title":{"rendered":"14 last minute summer holiday deals from UK holiday parks to European islands"},"content":{"rendered":"

THE kids are breaking up in a matter of weeks but don\u2019t worry if you haven\u2019t yet booked a family getaway.<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are still plenty of late deals for all budgets at home and abroad \u2013 from a holiday park lodge near Mablethorpe to a luxury hotel in the Maldives<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Aerial<\/a><\/p>\n

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Take a seaplane to the tropical paradise of the MaldivesCredit: Supplied<\/p>\n

Here, Trisha Harbord has the low-down on 14 fabulous summer offers.<\/p>\n

GOING GREEK<\/p>\n

YOUNGSTERS staying at Crete\u2019s Giannoulis Santa Marina Beach have their own pool, mini-club with entertainment and crafts, playground and special menus.<\/p>\n

The 214-room hotel, near Chania, takes care of adults too. <\/p>\n

There\u2019s sports, restaurants, bars and fantastic views of Thodorou, an island and national park across from Agia Marina.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 half-board in a family room, from Newcastle on July 28, starts at \u00a3876pp. <\/p>\n

See tui.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

DON\u2019T MISS A TRICK<\/p>\n

TELLY favourite Stephen Mulhern<\/a> is back at Butlin\u2019s<\/a> with a new show.<\/p>\n

Watch his tricks, illusions and games during a break at Bognor Regis<\/a> resort. <\/p>\n

Or choose a stay to see The Masked Singer Live\u2019s<\/a> show at the park, with new characters, songs and mystery celebrities.<\/p>\n

There are pools with slides and flumes, unlimited fairground rides and the \u00a31.8million Skyline Gang soft play.<\/p>\n

Discover UK’s Best Beaches: Hidden Gems Revealed<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Four nights\u2019 self-catering for a family of four in a two-bedroom Comfort room from July 21, costs from \u00a3458 in total. <\/p>\n

See butlins.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

LUXE FOR LESS<\/p>\n

ENJOY Caribbean<\/a> luxury on Antigua<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Families booking a suite at the five-star Blue Waters get 25 per cent off and two kids under 12 go all-inclusive for free.<\/p>\n

The beachfront resort has a new kids\u2019 activity programme until August 31, including boat trips, yoga, tennis and cooking. <\/p>\n

There are movie nights, barbecues, discos and fire dancing.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 all-inclusive for a family of four from Gatwick<\/a> on August 14, costs from \u00a39,450 (saving \u00a32,000). <\/p>\n

See tropicalsky.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

LOVE A LODGE<\/p>\n

SAVE nearly a third on a Lincolnshire<\/a> lodge break. <\/p>\n

Landal Kenwick Woods resort<\/a> is in the beautiful Wolds and close to the seaside towns of Mablethorpe<\/a> and Sutton-on-Sea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Kids\u2019 activities include archery, basketball, pottery painting and workshops and adults can unwind in the pool and spa.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Three nights\u2019 self-catering in a two-bedroom lodge for four people, is from \u00a3549 in total, arriving July 25. <\/p>\n

See \u00adlandal.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

MALDIVIAN MAGIC<\/p>\n

THIS is a bucket-list family holiday for a bargain price. <\/p>\n

Staying all-inclusive on the idyllic Vilu Reef in a jacuzzi deluxe villa, the children can kick back on the powder-white sands or snorkel the house reef, home to turtles, just a few minutes from the beach. <\/p>\n

Enjoy pools, sports, kids\u2019 club, spa, dive centre, bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 all-inclusive, (two kids under 12 stay free) from Heathrow<\/a> on August 20, from \u00a31,871pp, based on four sharing and including seaplane transfers. <\/p>\n

See luxtripper.co.uk<\/a> or call 0203 023 7776.<\/p>\n

\"Family<\/a><\/p>\n

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Enjoy a Caribbean delight at Antigua\u2019s Blue Water resortCredit: SuppliedHORSING AROUND<\/p>\n

SLEEP in the Haybarn \u2014 now converted into a lodge on a working equestrian farm in Surrey<\/a>. <\/p>\n

The two-bed property has all mod-cons and free welcome hamper.<\/p>\n

Kids will love romping around paddocks and if you\u2019ve got your own horse, you can take it too. <\/p>\n

Fren\u00adsham Great Pond beach, Leith Hill\u2019s woodland trails and Box Hill\u2019s kite-flying fields are nearby.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/a> Three nights\u2019 self-catering from August 1, is from \u00a3714 in total.<\/p>\n

See ruralretreats.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

FUN FOR ALL<\/p>\n

JUST what mixed-age families need \u2014 a hotel for tinies and teens. <\/p>\n

The H10 Lanzarote<\/a> Princess, in Playa Blanca<\/a> has a Daisy Adventure club for young kids with a pool and pirate ship, playground, crafts and a mini-disco.<\/p>\n

The Teenclub has games, watersports, films and outdoor entertainment.<\/p>\n

The four-star hotel has lots of dining options, a spa, beauty centre and gym.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 B&B from Gatwick on select August dates is from \u00a3744pp. <\/p>\n

Book by July 25 at britishairways.com\/Lanzarote<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Villa<\/a><\/p>\n

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The infinity pool at Anemoni Villa in LefkasCredit: SuppliedGO NOR-FOLK<\/p>\n

HEMSBY Beach<\/a> holiday park in Norfolk<\/a> is bursting with activities for kids of all ages, including sea scooters, climbing walls, a high ropes course, shows, amusements and leisure complex. <\/p>\n

Some luxury lodges, sleeping two to eight, have hot tubs and you are just 350 yards from the sands.<\/p>\n

Great Yarmouth<\/a>, Norwich and the Norfolk Broads<\/a> are a short trip away.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Three nights\u2019 self-catering for a family of four costs from \u00a3415 (was \u00a3519) in August. <\/p>\n

See hoseasons.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

ITALIAN JOB<\/p>\n

SAVE 30 per cent on a three-bedroom villa in the hills above Lake Maggiore<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Villa Caruso has all mod cons and a terrace and balconies to soak up the superb views.<\/p>\n

The town of Luino is three miles away.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> The villa, sleeping six, from \u00a3140 a night between August 18 and September 3. <\/p>\n

See bookingsforyou.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Return flights from Gatwick from \u00a373 return. <\/p>\n

See easyJet.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

CRUISE CONTROL<\/p>\n

BOOK a mini-cruise and let the ship\u2019s crew do the rest.<\/p>\n

Food and entertainment are included so all the family can have a ball aboard MSC Virtuosa<\/a>. <\/p>\n

There\u2019s super dining, kids\u2019 clubs, theatre shows, a 4D cinema, aqua park with slides, sports and more. <\/p>\n

You\u2019ll sail from Southampton and spend two nights on the France Escape cruise, calling at Cherbourg in Normandy<\/a>.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Two nights for a family of four, departing August 21 costs from \u00a3756 in total. <\/p>\n

See seascanner.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

DREAMS COME TRUE<\/p>\n

SAVE up to \u00a31,500 on a family stay at the Dreams Calvia Resort on Majorca\u2019s<\/a> south-west coast. <\/p>\n

There are pools with slides, ten restaurants, plus kids\u2019 clubs for all ages. <\/p>\n

Adults can indulge in spa treatments and yoga classes. <\/p>\n

The four-star hotel is close to the bustling resort of Magaluf<\/a>.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 B&B from Gatwick on August 26, costs from \u00a3839pp (was \u00a31,214). <\/p>\n

See tropicalsky.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Stephen<\/a><\/p>\n

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Trick ‘n treat with Stephen Mulhern at Butlin\u2019sCredit: ButlinsPARK LIFE<\/p>\n

EUROCAMP has summer discounts on trips to its Netherlands<\/a> parks this summer. <\/p>\n

Ideal for those who prefer cooler temperatures with all the fun.<\/p>\n

The four-star Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel in North Brabant has pools, sports galore, a zipwire and soft play areas.<\/p>\n

The Dunes of Loon National Park is next door and magical<\/a> theme park<\/a> \u00adEfteling<\/a> is a ten-minute drive.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 self-catering in a three-bed holiday home for six from July 26, costs from \u00a3785 in total (saving 20 per cent) or including Dover-Calais return ferry from \u00a3985. <\/p>\n

See eurocamp.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

SUN EXCLUSIVE<\/p>\n

GET three nights for the price of two with Cotswold Farm Park Holidays\u2019 deal for a camping or motorhome pitch.<\/p>\n

The farm, near Cheltenham<\/a>, also has lodges, glamping tents and safari tents.<\/p>\n

Families can see and interact with 50 rare animal breeds. <\/p>\n

There are play areas, a restaurant, food stalls and shop.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Pitches from \u00a325.95 a night. <\/p>\n

For the offer, use the ONEFREENIGHTSUN by July 31. <\/p>\n

See cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n

GREEK TREAT<\/p>\n

THERE\u2019S a 20 per cent discount and free car hire with a villa booking on Lefkas.<\/p>\n

The isle is reached by a causeway from mainland Greece<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Anemoni Villa, sleeping four people, has wifi, infinity pool and sea and mountain views. <\/p>\n

It\u2019s in the seaside village of Nidri which has restaurants, bars, watersports and boat trips.<\/p>\n

GO:<\/strong> Seven nights\u2019 self-catering, including Stansted flights on August 6 and car hire, costs from \u00a3890pp. <\/p>\n

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