Ask the Experts: Top summer holiday destinations 2024


Interested in a summer getaway but not sure where to start? Let our experts do the hard work for you with their top summer holiday destinations this year.

TUI holidays 2024

As one of the world’s largest tourism companies, TUI knows their stuff. The TUI Silverburn staff have the perfect holiday ideas for couples and families, no matter the style of holiday you want.

Couples have been looking for holidays in the sun this year, with some of the most popular TUI locations so far including Cape Verde, Mexico, and Gran Canaria. If you’re looking for something a little different for your next couple’s holiday, why not think about a TUI River Cruise? With flights leaving Edinburgh, this is the perfect opportunity to explore lots of different locations all in one trip.

Popular city break ideas include Budapest and Seville – perfect for a long weekend away. Edinburgh airport TUI flights are available for city break destinations.

If you’re looking to book a sunny getaway with the whole family this summer, popular destinations include Antalya, Spanish islands such as Majorca and Lanzarote, mainland Spain’s Salou and Orlando, Florida. Hop on a TUI flight from Glasgow airport and jet off to some family fun this summer! You can pack your case in confidence with our summer holiday checklist – we’ve got the essentials covered.

A mother and child playing in the sea with the TUI logo behind them.

Top destinations from Barrhead Travel

Pack your factor 50 – Barrhead Travel’s most popular destinations are all amazing getaways in the sun!

Tenerife tops the list for both families and couples, with a wide range of child-friendly hotels and activities or some relaxing peace and quiet with your other half. The other most popular options with families are Majorca and Turkey, both perfect for splashing in the pool or venturing into the sea to cool off.

For a casual city break with friends or family, the top three destinations at Barrhead Travel are Rome, Barcelona, and New York. Whether you’re interested in the culture or the history, or you’re just looking forward to getting out of drizzly Scotland for a bit, Barrhead Travel can help with any destination dilemmas.

Antigua and Barbuda island landscape, Caribbean.
Antigua and Barbuda Island landscape, Caribbean.

For a romantic trip, why not think about tropical Barbados or stunning Mexico for your summer holiday destination? Whether these are tried and tested locations for you and your partner or you’re looking for somewhere new that you’ll love, speak to Barrhead Travel’s expert advisors and jet off on your dream holiday this summer.

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