Summer All Inclusive Holidays 2027
The summer school holidays give families the widest choice of destinations, resorts and hotels. From Spain, Greece, Turkey and Cyprus to the Canary Islands, Egypt, Mexico and the Caribbean, this is the time of year when almost every GoAllInclusive.com destination is fully in season.
When Are the Summer Holidays?
Summer holiday dates vary around the UK, but many schools in England finish in the second half of July and return in early September. Scotland often starts its summer break earlier.
📅 A Longer Holiday Window
The long summer break gives families more flexibility than half term, whether you want a one-week beach holiday, a two-week resort stay or a longer long-haul trip.
🏫 Check Your School Calendar
Exact end-of-term and return dates vary by local authority and school. Always check your child's official school calendar before booking.
Summer Gives Families the Biggest Choice
Unlike February or Easter, you do not need to limit yourself to winter-sun destinations. The Mediterranean, Canary Islands, North Africa, Mexico and the Caribbean are all options, so the decision becomes more about heat, flight time, beaches and resort style.
Where Can You Go in the Summer Holidays?
All 20 of the main destinations currently covered by GoAllInclusive.com are included below.
Costa Blanca
Benidorm, Albir and Calpe offer hot summer weather, family beaches, lively resorts and a broad range of hotels.
Summer feel: Hot and sunny.
Explore Costa Blanca All Inclusive Holidays →Costa Brava
Lloret de Mar, Tossa de Mar and nearby resorts are lively in summer with beaches, family attractions and easy UK access.
Summer feel: Hot and lively.
Explore Costa Brava All Inclusive Holidays →Costa del Sol
Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Marbella are classic summer choices for beaches, attractions and family resorts.
Summer feel: Hot and sunny.
Explore Costa del Sol All Inclusive Holidays →Costa Dorada
Salou, La Pineda and Cambrils are ideal for families wanting beaches plus attractions such as PortAventura.
Summer feel: Hot and family-friendly.
Explore Costa Dorada All Inclusive Holidays →Cyprus
Paphos, Protaras and Ayia Napa are among the hottest Mediterranean choices in peak summer.
Summer feel: Very hot and sunny.
Explore Cyprus All Inclusive Holidays →Egypt
Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh offer intense summer heat, Red Sea beaches, snorkelling and large resort hotels.
Summer feel: Very hot and sunny.
Explore Egypt All Inclusive Holidays →Fuerteventura
Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste, Costa Calma and Jandia suit families who want beaches and a breezier summer climate.
Summer feel: Hot and breezy.
Explore Fuerteventura All Inclusive Holidays →Gran Canaria
Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and Playa del Ingles combine beaches, family resorts and dependable sunshine.
Summer feel: Hot and sunny.
Explore Gran Canaria All Inclusive Holidays →Greece
Crete, Rhodes, Kos, Corfu and Zante offer full summer conditions, beaches and a huge choice of family resorts.
Summer feel: Hot and sunny.
Explore Greece All Inclusive Holidays →Ibiza
San Antonio Bay, Port des Torrent and family-focused areas are lively in summer with warm seas and long beach days.
Summer feel: Hot and lively.
Explore Ibiza All Inclusive Holidays →Lanzarote
Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen offer dry summer sunshine and relaxed family resorts.
Summer feel: Hot, dry and bright.
Explore Lanzarote All Inclusive Holidays →Majorca
Alcudia, Palma Nova and Cala d'Or are among the strongest family summer choices for beaches and resort variety.
Summer feel: Hot and summery.
Explore Majorca All Inclusive Holidays →Malta
Mellieha, Qawra and St Paul's Bay combine hot summer weather with sightseeing and coastal days out.
Summer feel: Hot and sunny.
Explore Malta All Inclusive Holidays →Menorca
Cala'n Bosch, Punta Prima and Cala'n Forcat are great for quieter family beach holidays in peak summer.
Summer feel: Hot and relaxed.
Explore Menorca All Inclusive Holidays →Portugal
The Algarve offers warm to hot summer weather, Atlantic beaches and popular resorts such as Albufeira.
Summer feel: Warm to hot.
Explore Portugal All Inclusive Holidays →Tenerife
Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas are dependable summer choices with attractions and year-round resorts.
Summer feel: Hot and dependable.
Explore Tenerife All Inclusive Holidays →Turkey
Antalya, Lara Beach, Belek and Side are ideal for large family resorts, waterparks and very warm weather.
Summer feel: Very hot and sunny.
Explore Turkey All Inclusive Holidays →Mexico
Cancun and Riviera Maya are long-haul options for tropical beaches, hot weather and large all inclusive resorts.
Summer feel: Hot and tropical.
Explore Mexico All Inclusive Holidays →Jamaica
Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios offer Caribbean beaches, warm weather and all inclusive resort choice.
Summer feel: Hot and tropical.
Explore Jamaica All Inclusive Holidays →Dominican Republic
Punta Cana and Bavaro offer tropical heat, broad beaches and large resort-style all inclusive holidays.
Summer feel: Hot and tropical.
Explore Dominican Republic All Inclusive Holidays →Compare All Summer Holiday Destinations
In peak summer, temperature and resort style become especially important. Some families love intense heat, while others prefer a breezier island or Atlantic coast.
| Destination | Summer Feel | Why Consider It |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Blanca | Hot and sunny | Benidorm, Albir and Calpe offer hot summer weather, family beaches, lively resorts and a broad range of hotels. |
| Costa Brava | Hot and lively | Lloret de Mar, Tossa de Mar and nearby resorts are lively in summer with beaches, family attractions and easy UK access. |
| Costa del Sol | Hot and sunny | Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Marbella are classic summer choices for beaches, attractions and family resorts. |
| Costa Dorada | Hot and family-friendly | Salou, La Pineda and Cambrils are ideal for families wanting beaches plus attractions such as PortAventura. |
| Cyprus | Very hot and sunny | Paphos, Protaras and Ayia Napa are among the hottest Mediterranean choices in peak summer. |
| Egypt | Very hot and sunny | Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh offer intense summer heat, Red Sea beaches, snorkelling and large resort hotels. |
| Fuerteventura | Hot and breezy | Corralejo, Caleta de Fuste, Costa Calma and Jandia suit families who want beaches and a breezier summer climate. |
| Gran Canaria | Hot and sunny | Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and Playa del Ingles combine beaches, family resorts and dependable sunshine. |
| Greece | Hot and sunny | Crete, Rhodes, Kos, Corfu and Zante offer full summer conditions, beaches and a huge choice of family resorts. |
| Ibiza | Hot and lively | San Antonio Bay, Port des Torrent and family-focused areas are lively in summer with warm seas and long beach days. |
| Lanzarote | Hot, dry and bright | Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen offer dry summer sunshine and relaxed family resorts. |
| Majorca | Hot and summery | Alcudia, Palma Nova and Cala d'Or are among the strongest family summer choices for beaches and resort variety. |
| Malta | Hot and sunny | Mellieha, Qawra and St Paul's Bay combine hot summer weather with sightseeing and coastal days out. |
| Menorca | Hot and relaxed | Cala'n Bosch, Punta Prima and Cala'n Forcat are great for quieter family beach holidays in peak summer. |
| Portugal | Warm to hot | The Algarve offers warm to hot summer weather, Atlantic beaches and popular resorts such as Albufeira. |
| Tenerife | Hot and dependable | Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas are dependable summer choices with attractions and year-round resorts. |
| Turkey | Very hot and sunny | Antalya, Lara Beach, Belek and Side are ideal for large family resorts, waterparks and very warm weather. |
| Mexico | Hot and tropical | Cancun and Riviera Maya are long-haul options for tropical beaches, hot weather and large all inclusive resorts. |
| Jamaica | Hot and tropical | Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios offer Caribbean beaches, warm weather and all inclusive resort choice. |
| Dominican Republic | Hot and tropical | Punta Cana and Bavaro offer tropical heat, broad beaches and large resort-style all inclusive holidays. |
Which Summer Destination Suits Your Family?
Waterparks & Big Resorts
Turkey, Egypt, Majorca, Tenerife and Costa Dorada are strong places to look for slides, splash parks, multiple pools and family entertainment.
Best for Beaches
Fuerteventura, Menorca, Majorca, Greece, Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic stand out for beach-focused holidays.
Hottest Summer Weather
Egypt, Turkey and Cyprus can be extremely hot in July and August, with Mexico and the Caribbean also warm and tropical.
Breezier Choices
Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and parts of Portugal can suit families who want sunshine without the same still, intense heat as some eastern Mediterranean resorts.
Shorter Flights
Spain, the Balearics and Portugal work well when you want to maximise time on holiday and keep travel simpler with children.
Long-Haul Summer
Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic offer tropical resorts, but summer weather patterns can include more humidity and showers.
Think Carefully About Temperature
The hottest destination is not automatically the best destination for every family, especially when travelling with babies or younger children.
☀️ Very Hot Destinations
Turkey, Cyprus and Egypt can experience intense heat during peak summer. Plan around shade, hydration and avoiding the strongest midday sun.
🌊 Warm but More Comfortable
The Canary Islands, Portugal and some western Mediterranean destinations can feel more comfortable for families who prefer warmth without the highest temperatures.
What to Look for in a Summer All Inclusive Hotel
👨👩👧👦 Family Facilities
- Children's pool or splash area
- Kids' club age groups
- Family rooms
- Waterpark or slides
- Evening entertainment
- Children's menus and snacks
🏨 Hotel Practicalities
- Distance from the airport
- Beach access
- Shade around pools
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant opening times
- Whether premium activities cost extra
Is All Inclusive Worth It in the Summer Holidays?
For many families, yes. Having meals, selected drinks and entertainment close at hand can make a busy summer holiday easier to manage, especially at large resorts where children spend much of the day around the pool or waterpark.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the school summer holidays in 2027?
Dates vary by school and local authority. Many English schools break up in the second half of July and return in early September, while Scotland often starts earlier. Always check your own school calendar.
Where is hottest during the summer holidays?
Egypt, Turkey and Cyprus are among the hottest short- and medium-haul choices. Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are also hot and tropical.
Which destinations are best for family waterparks?
Turkey, Egypt, Majorca, Tenerife and Costa Dorada are strong places to search for large family resorts, slides and waterpark-style facilities.
Which Canary Island is best in summer?
Tenerife is excellent for attractions, Gran Canaria for resort variety, Lanzarote for relaxed family holidays and Fuerteventura for beaches and breezier conditions.
Is Greece good for the summer holidays?
Yes. Greece is in full summer season, with Crete, Rhodes, Kos, Corfu and Zante all offering beaches and family all inclusive resort choice.
Is Turkey too hot in July and August?
It can be very hot, especially on the southern coast. Families who dislike intense heat may prefer late May, June, September or a breezier destination.
Are the Caribbean and Mexico good in summer?
They can be, but summer is generally more humid and can bring more showers than the drier winter period. Check seasonal weather patterns before booking.
Is all inclusive worth it for a two-week family holiday?
It can be very convenient, particularly if your children use the pools, snacks and resort entertainment heavily. Always check exactly what is included before booking.
Explore Every Summer Holiday Destination
Browse all 20 main GoAllInclusive.com destinations and choose the beaches, weather, flight time and resort style that suit your family.