Best Easter Holiday Destinations

Bye-bye big winter coat. Hello, sun hat.

Half term and temps hitting the high teens? What. A. Combo. Whether you fancy family fun on Florida’s far-flung sands or a go-slow getaway in a sunny spot closer to home (hola, Majorca), we’ve rounded up the best Easter holiday destinations.

Get the lowdown on where to go, then bag an Easter holiday deal.

Turkey

The mercury in Turkey sits around 22 degrees in April – the perfect temp for topping up your vitamin D levels poolside. But look up from your lounger once in a while, and you’ll find Turkey serves up more than just sandy stretches and beachfront hotels. Ramble on cobbled streets in the ancient city of Ephesus, hunt for souvenirs in Istanbul’s bazaars or go for a dip in Olu Deniz’s Blue Lagoon – the choice is yours.

Check out our holidays to Turkey.

Majorca

Quiet island or cosmopolitan capital? Touchdown in Spain’s Majorca this Easter, and you won’t have to choose. The buzz about the capital, Palma, is all thanks to its trendy tapas bars, boho shops and independent art galleries – ideal if your poolside paperback gets boring. For beach days, Cala Millor AKA ‘better bay’ in Spanish takes the crown. This sandy swathe is set up for watersports like windsurfing, jet-skiing and scuba diving and boasts Blue Flag status.

Check out our Majorca holidays.

Florida

Thrilling theme parks, a big beach scene and outdoor adventures in the Everglades, Florida has all the ingredients for the best family getaway this Easter. If relaxing is high on the holiday agenda, Clearwater Beach is one of the Sunshine State’s best – think pillow-soft sands, shallow waters and plenty of places to picnic. Prefer to get back to nature? Explore the Everglades on an airboat tour to spot Florida’s famous gators, turtles and birds.

Check out our Florida holidays.

Cyprus

Cyprus – the original all-round crowd pleaser – is an ideal spot for an Easter getaway, whatever your vibe. And with April’s average temperature hitting mid-twenties, you’re sure to see the sun whatever you’re doing. There’s a healthy dose of history in the Paphos region. The island’s home to some big names, including the Roman ruins of Amathus and Kolossi Castle. Big blue calling you? You’re in luck – Cyprus has over 70 beaches, coves, lagoons and bays with Blue Flag status.

Check out our holidays to Cyprus.

Lanzarote

Land in Lanzarote and you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve landed on the moon – this place serves scenes to satisfy any sci-fi lover. For starters, there’s Timanfaya National Park and its spurting geysers, which are hot enough to cook food on. Then, there’s ‘el lago verde’ (green lake, if you’re not down with the lingo), where the water’s a green shade thanks to the volcanic minerals found there. Fancy a bit of blue? Puerto del Carmen has a trio of Blue Flag beaches to lie undisturbed on – bliss.

Check out our holidays to Lanzarote.

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Author: Laura Wilkinson

Last updated: 01.04.2025