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Summer Travel 2023: Low Cost Holidays and Cheap Deals

Summer holidays 2023, where to go? It's not too early to choose an inexpensive destination for the summer!

Have you just had a look at the 2023 Bridging Calendar and are you thinking about the summer 2023 destinations? What are the best seaside destinations and low-cost destinations?

We've put together a useful guide to the best destinations and offers to fly from Italy, must-see destinations , and low-cost packages: here's everything you need to know about Summer 2023 travel.

There are perfect places for beach holidays in Italy, summer destinations for young people,summer offersin Sardinia and islands for holidays in September.

We'll give you a tip, book early for summer 2023 so you have the chance to save money on the flight price (especially if you are thinking of an exotic or popular destination).

TRAVEL SUMMER 2023: TOP DESTINATIONS SUMMER 2023

  • Greek Islands

  • Albania

  • Portugal

  • Croatia

  • Canary Islands

  • Madeira

  • Asturias

  • Montenegro

  • Bulgaria

  • Slovenia

  • Alicante

  • Tenerife

  • Turkey

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Offers and ideas for low-cost holidays

Where to go in summer 2023? For this summer we recommend the Albania Coast before it becomes too famous. You can enjoy spectacular unspoilt beaches and turquoise sea in (almost) total isolation. Despite its excellent location, Albania is still little known: it consists of 363 kilometres of coastline washed by both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.

One of the most interesting destinations to visit in 2023 is certainly Portoalso counted among the low-cost destinations.

But Porto can only be the starting point for visiting (and falling in love with) Portugal. Here are the ten countries in Portugal that are absolutely worth a visit, perfect if you are planning an on-the-road trip.

If, on the other hand, your watchword is sea and nothing more, here is a selection of Portugal's most beautiful beaches: from the Algarve to the Alentejo, you can choose windy beaches or more sheltered havens.

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Always popular and relatively cheap is Greece. You can choose one of the beautiful islands or explore the fascinating Chalkidiki Peninsula, fortunately not yet taken by storm by tourists.

If you prefer the islands, our advice is to get a head start by looking for an offer for theisland of Crete and head to the beach of Matala, which was a hippie haven in the 1960s and home to Joni Mitchell, who composed one of her most beautiful songs, Carey, here. Here is a selection of Greece's less crowded islands.

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Summer holidays 2023: where to go and prices

Destination

Period

Price

Malta

July 2023

90 euro

Porto

August 2023

120 euro

Alicante

July 2023

134 euro

Tenerife

September 2023

115 euro

Lisbon

September 2023

125 euro

Split

July 2023

90 euro

Santorini

August 2023

193 euro

Corfu

August 2023

123 euro

Mykonos

July 2023

190 euro

Rhodes

July 2023

163 euro

The advice for saving money on your flight for summer 2023is to book as early as possible, choose your big destination from those proposed by Lonely Planet or take a cue from the New York Times' 2023 places.

If you are planning the big trip of the summer, alone or with friends after yourhigh school graduation, among the best low-cost destinations we recommend a trip to discover the wonders of Nepalwhere you can find the most beautiful trekking routes in the world.

Here you will find a selection of things that will make you fall in love with this country that is finally starting its recovery. From Italy you fly in August from 580 euros and in September from 380.

The Vietnam is another great destination to visit at least once: Here you will find a travel story about discovering this magical land. From Italy you fly from 500 euros in July and August.

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WHERE TO GO ON HOLIDAY SUMMER 2023

  • Lefkada

  • Rhodes

  • Levanzo

  • Polignano a Mare

  • Zambujeira do Mar

  • Lisbon

  • Turkey

  • Tunisia

  • Bosnia - Herzegovina

  • Tremiti

  • Slovenia

  • Albania

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Here is an itinerary for discovering CroatiaFrom beautiful art cities to beaches and wild coves, here are 10 things to do in Croatia this summer.

To enjoy beautiful and cheap beaches you can start looking for flights to Bulgaria: you will find destinations for crazy beach fun but also beautiful bays and paradisiacal coves on the Black Sea. HERE a useful account of 15 days in Bulgaria.

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Forsummer 2023, start monitoring flights to Asturias. The Asturian coast, starting from Llanes and descending towards Galicia, boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on the Peninsula. You can find a guide to the most beautiful beaches on the Asturian coast here.

The Canary Islands are always a great place to enjoy lunar landscapes, dreamy beaches and mild temperatures all year round. If you are planning a holiday in one of the islands of the archipelago here is a guide to the 19 things to see in the Canaries.

Here you can choose your budget destination for summer 2023: recommended destinations include Vietnam and the Philippines.

Destinations summer 2023

Those staying in Italy, can find some ideas in our guide to the most beautiful beaches in Italy. An on-the-road trip to discover Sicily is one of the things you should do at least once. Here you will find all the information about the most beautiful beaches in Western and Eastern Sicily.

Here you will find a useful guide to the most beautiful beaches in Apulia, while if you are thinking of going to Salento, here are 10 things you absolutely must do once you are there.

SEE ALSO: ITALY BEACHES 2023

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Queen of the year is Calabria, crowned a few years ago by the New York Times as one of the 52 places to go at least once. Incredibly beautiful and low-cost is worth you will fall in love with it already after browsing through this gallery of the most beautiful beaches.

Summer destinations 2023 in Europe

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Alongside the usual popular destinations, there are still undiscovered paradises perfect for your next holiday.

The good thing is that these places are still cheap! La Slovenia is a favourite destination, a paradise for those who love unspoilt nature, superb landscapes and trekking.

The same goes for Montenegroone of the cheapest places to go to the seaside. If, on the other hand, you want to treat yourself to a holiday in Greece, our advice is to head to Stoupa, a still secret and little-visited destination in Greece and located on the south-western coast of the Mani peninsula in the Peloponnese.

Surrounded by olive trees and mountains, the town is steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt beaches.

There is not only the French Riviera; in France, you can reach the small island of Noirmoutier , which lies just off the coast of Brittany and is connected to the mainland by a road that disappears at high tide. The landscape is perfect for touring the beaches by bicycle as the average temperatures during the summer season are not too high.

For those who do not like the sea, the perfect destination is the Wipptal valley in the Austrian Tyrol, a natural paradise for hikers and hikers, where they can enjoy their holidays away from the crowds.

CHEAP SUMMER DESTINATIONS 2023

  • Marmaris, Turkey

  • Sunny Beach, Bulgaria

  • Algarve, Portugal

  • Cape Town, South Africa

  • Paphos, Cyprus

  • Costa del Sol, Spain

  • Mombasa, Kenya

  • Funchal, Madeira

  • Sliema, Malta

  • Orlando, United States

  • Prague, Czech Republic

  • Lanzarote, Canary Islands

  • Grand Baie, Mauritius

  • Phuket, Thailand

  • Budapest, Hungary

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Summer destinations Italy 2023: cheap holidays

  • Conero

  • Eastern Sicily

  • Porto Venere and Gulf of La Spezia

  • Tuscan Maremma

  • Elba Island

  • Trabocchi Coast

  • Levanzo

  • Valley of the Chiese

  • Sorrento

  • Sperlonga

  • Castelmezzano

  • Tropea

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Cheap summer holidays: cheapest destinations

What are the cheapest holiday destinations for summer 2023? We suggest you take a look at the study by Ebury, an institute specialising in international payments and currency conversion, which carried out a study on the cheapest destinations in relation to the exchange rate. Here are the destinations to consider.

Among the cheapest destinations in 2023, the study suggestsArgentina, where the euro has appreciated by up to 14.8 per cent since July last year.

Turkey is also one of the cheapest destinations for travellers: the euro has risen 74.48% over the past twelve months and is trading at 18.34 Turkish lira.

But that is not all: other low-cost destinations for Europeans includeEgypt and Sri Lanka. The euro against the Egyptian pound appreciated by more than 4 per cent, compared to the same month last year, with an exchange rate of 19.31 pounds. While in the case of Sri Lanka the euro has gained 57 per cent over the past twelve months.

Summer destinations: where to take cheap holidays

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Which destinations are perfect for a summer holiday? Among the best destinations to combine sea and city we recommend

  • Malaga

  • Alicante

  • San Sebastian

  • Polignano a Mare

  • Cefalù

  • Acciaroli

  • Seville

  • Porto

  • Lisbon

  • Zadar

  • Kos

  • Sunny beach

  • Sliema

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Tips and tricks for saving money during your summer holiday 2023

  • Setting a spending budget

  • Searching for offers

  • Book at the right time

  • Clear your cache

  • Flexibility

  • Short breaks

  • Holidays with friends and family

  • Smart luggage

  • Free or low-cost activities

  • Stays in alternative accommodation

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Flight plus hotel summer 2023

By booking your holiday in advance, you can take advantage of great flight + hotel offers. On Kayak you can find the best flight + hotel combinations for the summer.

On easyJet holidays you will find numerous flight + hotel package deals for the summer. You fly to Spain, Germany and France.

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Cheap islands for the summer

Among the many beautiful Mediterranean islands there are some that are not too expensive for summer holidays. Here they are.

  • Kos

  • Mljet

  • Vis

  • Comino

  • Madeira

  • Ksamil Archipelago

  • Hiiumaa, Estonia

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Summer beach destinations: where to go on a cheap holiday?

Which are the cheapest beach destinations for a beach holiday? Here are the best low-cost seaside and beach destinations in Italy and beyond.

  • Comino Island

  • Lanzarote

  • Hvar

  • Alentejo, Portugal

  • Ibiza (in June)

  • Lefkada

  • Lalëzi Bay, Albania

  • Orange Coast, Calabria

  • Baslicata coast

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Last minute holidays summer 2023

If you are used to making last-minute decisions, don't be discouraged you can find numerous last-minute offers for your holiday.

Keep an eye on the offers on lastminute.com, which offers holiday solutions every day.

If you want to treat yourself to a holiday in Sardinia and take advantage of one of the bridges, Portalesardegna collects the best last minute offers to travel to and stay in Sardinia.

Best islands for holidays in September 2023

September is the best month to go on holiday by the sea, temperatures are perfect, prices are lower and beaches are less crowded. But which are the best islands to go to the beach?

  • Santorini

  • Mykonos

  • Bodrum

  • Lanzarote

  • Fuerteventura

  • Palma

  • Ibiza

Cheap travel and holidays summer 2023

Malta and its wonderful beaches is one of the best value-for-money destinations for summer 2023. Here are a selection of unmissable beaches on the islands of Gozo and Comino. You can fly from Italy in July from 49 euros a/r.

Montenegro is famous for being one of the best places to go to the seaside cheaply in Europe, it will surprise you with beautiful beaches and unspoilt nature. From Italy you can fly there in July and August from 36 euros.

Close and low cost, Albania is one of the new destinations for the summer, here are the most beautiful beaches.

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Alternative beach holidays 2023

If you're one of those who can't stay under the umbrella, there is an alternative way to take a holiday, such as water sports or trekking along the coast.

Among the most beautiful paths we recommend is the Rota Vicentina in Portugal, a breathtaking path right by the sea. At this link you can find more beautiful sea-front paths.

In Italy, the beautiful Cammino delle 100 Torri, which will take you to the coast of Sardinia, or the challenging trek known as the Wild Blue, is worthwhile. You can find a guide to active holidays here, and a guide to alternative holidays here. Would you like to spend thesummer travelling in a camper van? Here you will find a list of routes to try.

Holidays in Italy 2023

Where to go on holiday in Italy? Besides the areas that need no introduction, there are cities, stretches of coastline, islands and seaside villages that are definitely worth a stop.

If you have decided to spend your holidays in Italy this summer, we recommend you take the Sicilian coastline on the road from Catania to Noto and Siracusa.

Discover the most beautiful beaches in Calabria and do not miss a visit to the most beautiful beach in the region, that of Arcomagno.

An excellent alternative, especially in June or September are the Cinque Terre with wonderful beaches and towns. If, on the other hand, you prefer an active holiday with trekking and outdoor activities, we have selected here the perfect activities for an active summer holiday.

If you are of those who do not like the sea, you can choose your perfect holiday destination: in this article you will find mountain destinations, most beautiful lakes, villages and national parks. Here you will find alternative and little-known seaside destinations.

Here you will find more ideas for holidays in the regions of Italy

  • Summer in Sardinia

  • Summer in Apulia

  • Summer in Trentino

  • Summer in Piedmont

  • Summer in Aosta Valley

  • Summer in Sicily

  • Summer in Basilicata

Cheap and low-cost destinations 2023

The question we are starting to ask ourselves is where to go on holiday in 2023 without spending a fortune? According to Lonely Planet, it is worth travelling to Lanzarote, the beautiful Canary Island, or discovering beautiful and low-cost Poland.

In Morocco, the advice is to go to Essaouira or Marrakech (but in June or September). The narrow alleys within the walls, the traditional hammams and the medina offer sensory experiences.

It is the perfect spot for windsurfing and kitesurfing. The riads do not cost much, especially for families and groups.

Kids' summer trips 2023

What are the best destinations for a summer holiday?

Whether it's the reward for the baccalaureate trip or a well-deserved rest after the strenuous school year, more and more kids are choosing their summer destination well in advance. But what are the best destinations for teens? Mykonos, Santorini, Lloret de Mar, Rimini and Riccione, Barcelona, London and Ibiza.

A good idea for deepening your language and gaining an interesting experience is to take part in study holidays. There are numerous agencies that organise trips to Europe, Japan, the United States and all over the world.

Summer destinations for couples: top destinations

  • Istanbul

  • Santorini

  • Kos

  • Paros

  • Zanzibar

  • Aeolian Islands

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If you still do not know where to go and are not used to travelling alone, you can take part in one of the many organised trips that will take you to any destination you want.

Once you have decided on the price and dates, you can choose your preferred destination according to your needs. Usually, organised trips include a single fare that includes flights+hotel+travel.

Flight offers summer 2023

What are the best flight deals for summer 2023? Here's our selection to grab

  • Milan - Malaga from 60 euros in August 2023

  • Naples - Nice from 62 euros in July 2023

  • Venice - Dubrovnik from €52 in July 2023

  • Milan, Bari and Naples - Corfu from €75 in July 2023

  • Rome - Santorini from €100 in July 2023

  • Milan - Palma de Mallorca from €66 in August 2023

  • Bari - Zakynthos from 155 euros in August 2023

  • Rome, Milan - Kos from 140 euros in August 2023

  • Rome - Thessaloniki from 90 euros in August 2023

  • Rome - Lisbon from 11o euros to August 2023

  • Milan - Podgorica from 30 euros to September 2023

  • Naples - Seville from 68 euros to September 2023

  • Milan - Faro from 64 euros to September 2023

Cheap travel 2023

A useful guide on how to organise a low-cost trip, with all the information on cheap destinations, low-cost beaches, offers and indications on when to book to save on ticket and accommodation prices. There is also a list of low-cost destinations to travel to in 2023.

Cruises Summer 2023

There are several sites to look out for when booking a cruise.

On Logitravel there are interesting offers for departures in August and September: an 8-day Mediterranean cruise starts from 339 euros, while a cruise along the lands of the Vikings starts from 800 euros.

At this link you can find all the offers and promotions of the MSC Crociere group. Here instead all the offers and calendar of the Costa Crociere company.

At this link you can find the best ideas for Cruises on the Mediterranean. There are numerous cruises that will take you to the Greek islands: here you will find all the most beautiful itineraries.

Alternative summer destinations, where to go?

  • Glamping in Italy

  • Gold Rush tours

  • Desert Island

  • Hot Air Balloon Tour

  • Vintage Aircraft Tour

  • Tasting in Tenerife

  • Dinner in a nest

  • Cooking Course

  • Camping in the wild

  • Amish for a day

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Where to go in August on a budget?

Where to go on holiday in August on a budget. August holidays are always a problem due to high costs and crowds of people.

However, there are a few locations that even in high season remain (reasonably) cheap. Where to go? Among the best destinations this month are Maratea, Montenegro and Sri Lanka.

Who stays in Italy? Here are the best destinations for going to the beach in August bothabroad and in Italy.

Holidays in September. Where to go to the sea?

Here are some good seaside destinations for holidays and weekends.

  • Ponza

  • Argentario

  • Lampedusa

  • Otranto

  • Ischia

  • Vietri sul Mare

  • Cilento

  • Conero

  • Cinque Terre

  • Favignana

  • Syracuse

  • South Sardinia

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Holidays in June, where to go?

The best month to plan a trip is June, there are no crowds yet and prices are reasonably lower. Where to go? Celebrating the arrival of summer in Sweden or exploring the unspoilt beaches of Cilento.

If you are looking for interesting seaside destinations, we recommend the Pontine Islands, the Costa dei Trabocchi and San Pietro in Bevagna in Salento.

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Where to go in July?

Among the best sea destinations of the month we suggest

  • Lampedusa, Sicily, Italy

  • Favignana, Sicily, Italy

  • Aeolian Islands, Sicily, Italy

  • La Maddalena Archipelago, Sardinia

  • Balearic Islands, Spain

  • Corsica, France

  • Mykonos, Greece

  • Montenegro

  • Turkey

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Summer Villages 2023

By booking well in advance, you can save money on the village formula. Numerous online tour operators offer deals and packages for summer 2023.

On Veratour you will find numerous offers and accommodation for holidays in Italy, the Caribbean, Tunisia, Oman or Greece. On dedalotour.com you can find offers for village holidays in Calabria. By visiting offertevillaggi, you will find a selection of offers for summer in Italy.

Holiday offers August 2023

Among the cheapest destinations where to go to the beach in August 2023 we recommend Romania, booking now you will find flights from 28 euros, Montenegro with flights from 36 euros, Poland from 38 euros, Portugal and Spain from 54 euros a/r, Malta from 58 euros, Greece from 60 euros, Morocco from 90 euros and Norway from 95 euros a/r.

August travel offers

Here are the offers with the best sea destinations for the month of August. On lastminute.co.uk you will find flight+hotel offers for the best beach destinations in August.

For example, booking now a week in the Maldives including flight and hotel will cost you €768, while a week in San Vito lo Capo will cost you €178 including return flight. On lastminute.co.uk you will find numerous destinations and offers for travel in August.

Beaches map Europe

Below you will find a map with the most beautiful beaches in Europe.

Where to go on holiday 2023?

There are plenty of destinations on the crest of the wave for 2023.

Which are the most beautiful beaches in Italy?

According to the rankings, the most beautiful are to be found in Sardinia, Apulia and Sicily.

Where to go to the beach cheap?

When to book for summer?

By booking well in advance you can find the best offers for the summer.

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