With the UK’s weather taking a turn for the worse – enter snow and ice – it’s only natural to start dreaming of sunnier shores and more tropical climates. For those feeling the January Blues, booking a holiday is a great way to perk you up and give you something to look forward to for 2025.
Even better if you can save some money in the process and currently, TUI is offering a saving of £100 for every £1,000 spent on holidays with the company, with potential savings of up to £300 per booking. The discounts apply to packages departing between May 1, 2025, and October 31, 2026, excluding Lapland holidays.
The process of taking advantage of this offer too is pretty simple – all you need to do is log into your My TUI account to find the relevant discount codes. Remember that these discounts will be applied to your booking before adding extras like insurance, room upgrades, flight seats, etc.. Plus, very importantly, the deadline to book with the discount is March 3, 2025.
Besides TUI, other holiday providers are also offering discounted packages. For instance , Jet2holidays is offering a saving of £100pp on selected packages, and Thomas Cook has early-bird deals for summer 2025 starting from £159pp, reports The Mirror.
If you’re in need of some holiday inspiration, we’ve picked out five top TUI packages to suit all types of travellers. Whether you’re after an exotic getaway or a family-friendly destination, read on to see our picks:
The family-friendly choice: Bahia Principe Grand Coba in Riviera Maya, Mexico, £1210pp
Located on the Caribbean coast, this pristine resort is an ideal destination for families, offering child-specific suites. The resort boasts two large pools, a kids’ club, and numerous waterslides to keep the youngsters entertained.
A 24-hour snack bar is sure to be a hit with everyone. For main meals, there’s a buffet and six à la carte restaurants at your disposal on site, plus an additional three at a nearby hotel.
A beautiful beach is just a 10-minute shuttle bus ride away, and a 40-minute drive will take you to Playa del Carmen for those keen to explore. If that wasn’t enough, the package is all-inclusive, and there’s an on-site spa for guests to use.
Tripadvisor reviews give Bahia Principe Grand Coba a 4 out of 5 rating.
The budget-friendly pick: Club Aida Apartments in Marmaris, Turkey, £572.50pp
Just a five-minute stroll from the gorgeous Marmaris beach and shops, these Club Aida Apartments promise a comfortable and well-catered stay, boasting a 5 out of 5 rating from Tripadvisor. Built around a semi-Olympic pool, with a children’s pool complete with slides, there’s no shortage of spots to relax in the glorious Turkish sunshine.
There’s an open-air restaurant and a British-style pub on-site, with plenty of sports options available for those who fancy getting active. Live music is on offer in the evenings, along with various other entertainers putting on shows for your enjoyment.
This is a self-catering package, as you might expect from the price, but there are plenty of options to grab some delicious food throughout your stay.
The exotic option: Riu Atoll, Maldives, £1609.06pp
Located on the private island of Maafushi in the Maldives, this stunning resort boasts a powdery beach on its doorstep, iconic cube-shaped suites on stilts in a shallow lagoon, and plenty of amenities to match the tropical vibes. The adult pool features a swim-up bar, there’s a kid-friendly pool too, and you can choose from an Italian, steak, or Dhoni buffet restaurant in the evenings.
There’s plenty of evening entertainment, too. This one is all-inclusive, with all your needs catered to in this marine paradise.
It’s worth noting it also has a 4.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor.
The five-star pick: Hotel La Solara in Sorrento, Italy, £1129pp
Hotel La Solara is rated 5-star across both TUI and TripAdvisor, and it’s easy to see why. Perched on a hillside with breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples, this hotel is the perfect place to escape from it all.
With a massive swimming pool, an exceptional restaurant, and stunning gardens surrounding the pool and sun terrace, this is the perfect place to unwind and rejuvenate. You’ll be just three kilometres from Sorrento, with plenty of lemon orchards and olive trees for shade.
There’s also a gym if you want to keep up with your fitness goals while on holiday, and you can choose between half and full-board options.
For adults only: TUI BLUE Makadi Gardens in Hurghada, Egypt, £1000.22pp
If you’re looking for an adults-only experience, this Egyptian retreat retreat is a top choice with a 5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor. As part of TUI’s flagship BLUE collection, this hotel boasts nine different restaurants, a buffet and beach bar, three additional bars, and two pools.
The authentic local cuisine is complemented by five-star service, and there’s a private beach for relaxation. This one is particularly popular with food lovers, with an all-inclusive package that will satisfy both your heart and stomach.
If this is your first time booking with TUI, you can trust that it’s a highly reputable operator. On Trustpilot, TUI’s average rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on over 115,000 customer reviews, speaks volumes.
But let’s hear what some customers had to say.
“Booking online is a very easy experience,” praised one five-star review. “Choices for hotel, room type and board options are good. The choice of flights from different airports is good. It’s easy to book specific seats on plane and excellent that 20kg hold case is included in price together with carry on bag allowance.”
“I’ve never had an issue with TUI,” another satisfied customer remarked. “Their service has always been above other travel companies. We’ve had issues with other companies, but not had one problem with TUI, so we shall continue to give them our custom.”
Some customers, however, have pointed out areas where improvements could be made, particularly regarding loyalty rewards. “Been travelling with TUI for over 30 years and there is never any reward for loyalty,” a three-star review noted. “No free flights or room upgrades like other agents do for loyal customers.”
While that may be the case for one, another customer shared a positive experience with this travel company and said: “I received a call shortly after viewing a holiday online. Feeling overwhelmed by locking in a deal solo, the phone call gave me the confidence to book. No pressure and friendly service with general tips and advice re parking and insurance.”