If the scorching temperatures are making you think about a sunny holiday, new research has found the most affordable places to visit in Europe.
Whether you want a city break, beach holiday or staycation, a variety of affordable holiday spots made the list.
The analysis comes from credit card brand Aqua, who considered key travel costs such as the average price of flights, three-star accommodation, meals out, a pint of beer, and one-way local transport.
Budapest in Hungary was the most cost-effective overall. The Costa del Sol was the cheapest choice in Spain, and the Lake District emerged as a great staycation option.
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Most affordable European holiday spots
- Budapest
- Prague
- Costa del Sol
- Porto
- Lanzarote
- Lake District
- Madrid
- Blackpool
- Tenerife
- Forest of Dean
Budapest was the cheapest overall, according to the research, but it was Prague that had the most affordable pint, at £2.01 on average.
For drinks, this was followed by Budapest at £2.07 per pint, Lanzarote and Tenerife, both at £2.09, and Costa del Sol and Porto, both at £2.51.
Breaking down the findings, the experts discussed Budapest. They said: "Flights come in at just £83 per person on average, and accommodation is significantly lower than most other locations, at just £536 for a week for two adults.
"Meals are also very budget-friendly, with an average dinner costing £8.28, and pints priced around £2.07. Getting around is easy and cheap too, as a local transport ticket averages just 93p.
"Visitors can stroll along the Danube for stunning views of Buda Castle and the Parliament Building, or climb Gellért Hill for panoramic views of the city, completely free."
Prague came in second, offering a city break alternative, with return travel costs at around £100 per person.
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|Costa del Sol is great for a beach holiday
However, it was Costa del Sol where Britons can enjoy the biggest savings for a beach holiday. Experts said: "The Costa del Sol stands out as the only beach destination in the top three.
"Travel is particularly affordable, averaging just £77 per person, and while accommodation is pricier at £1,181 for two adults for one week, the low cost of meals (£10.04), drinks (£2.51 for a pint) help balance the budget.
"Crucially, this destination also comes with consistently warm, dry weather, making it a smart choice for sun seekers who don’t want to spend big.
"Spend your days on the beach for free, visit charming old towns like Mijas or Nerja, or explore local markets for low-cost souvenirs and street food."