With female empowerment and achievement in the spotlight, now’s the perfect time to gather your besties and start planning a well deserved getaway.
To help you, we’ve put together a selection of sublime destinations all offering a chance to enjoy some fun in the sun. Relax as you top up your tan on golden sands, sip cocktails by the pool, get active with some thrilling water sports and discover fascinating cultures and authentic culinary delights. You’ll also need to pack your gladrags as you won’t want to miss out on the pulsating nightlife that awaits, with clubs, bars, pubs and restaurants all on offer. Check out our picks of some of the best spots for an unforgettable, budget-friendly girls’ holiday and book your escape today with Holiday Gems.
Rhodes
The mesmerising Greek island of Rhodes is perfect for your next cheap girls’ holiday. Sensational year-round Mediterranean sunshine means temperatures remaining pleasantly warm whatever the season. The best time to visit is May to October, when you can expect an average between 20 and 40℃. You won’t be bored in Rhodes, with a plethora of fun-filled activities to take part in with the girls. Explore the island's white-washed villages or mediaeval ruins, where the rich Greek culture shines through. Lindos Acropolis is a magnificent structure, with outstanding views of the Mediterranean Sea, while Rhodes City boasts a preserved old town that features quaint boutiques and divine eateries. Faliraki is a hive for entertainment, with booming nightclubs and bars for you to dance the night away in, as well as a waterpark and water sports facilities. Rhodes is also blessed with 136 miles of beachfront, with Kremasti boasting some of the most beautiful hotspots.
Malta
The Mediterranean gem of Malta is nestled between North Africa and Italy, soaking up scintillating year-round sunshine. With the capital, Valletta, regarded as the sunniest city in Europe, you won’t go wrong when choosing this as the destination of your budget-friendly girls’ holiday. You’ll find a myriad of culturally significant sites in Valletta, which was famously used as a location in Game of Thrones, including St John’s Cathedral and the Grandmaster’s Palace. The whole island is seeped in a deep history that dates back 7,000 years and you can investigate this in the ancient fortress town of Mdina. You and the girls can enjoy a shopping trip, with modern facilities boasting designer labels as well as local crafts. Take a dip in the azure sea for some water sports at St Julian’s Bay, the best spot for fun in the sun. This is also where you’ll find the party district, Paceville, with a number of nightclubs open until dawn for dancing and ever-flowing drinks.
Cyprus
With an average of 340 days of idyllic sunshine, Cyprus should be at the top of your girls’ holiday bucket list. The superb weather makes this destination a spectacular choice for a winter sun holiday, with snow-capped mountains great for skiing in the morning and warm afternoons perfect for getting active across the island. For those seeking a summer holiday, you’ll find a myriad of options to suit everyone’s needs. Ayia Napa is party central, with unrivalled festivities and DJ sets to look forward to. Paphos is the cultural capital of Cyprus, where you can explore the Temple of Aphrodite and the Kato Paphos Archaeological Park. Soak up the sun on a golden-sand beach, like Finikoudes in Larnaca, that’s surrounded by every amenity you could need. Board a catamaran cruise from one of the harbours for some dolphin watching or explore the underwater caves that are teeming with marine life.
Lanzarote
Summer and winter fun can be had in Lanzarote. This Canary Island is the perfect spot for a cheap girls’ holiday as you have the flexibility to travel whenever you want, ensuring the best deals. April to November sees temperatures reach up to 29℃, while the winter conditions have been known to remain around 23℃, making this a wonderful beach holiday destination. There are over 93 beaches to choose from, varying from black, white and golden sand. Famara Beach is a six kilometre stretch of scenic beauty where you can get involved in some aquatic fun. Searching for some respite from the sunshine? Playa Blanca’s waterpark is a great option for some memory making with the girls or you can experience a spa session from the abundance of treatments available in your hotel. Wine tastings are on offer in a picturesque vineyard during the day before you head out for a night on the town in Puerto Del Carmen.
Majorca
A spellbinding island in the Balearics, Majorca is the dream destination for many with its wallet-friendly options that are just what you need for your next cheap girls’ holiday. You’ll find lovely weather all year round but for the best conditions, we’d recommend visiting between April and October, when the island is truly abuzz with life and fun-filled opportunities. The capital, Palma, is a hotspot for shopping, with its multitude of glitzy boutiques where you can search for unique souvenirs for you and all your friends. Palma is also where you’ll find the Santa Catalina party district, which is bursting with lively nightclubs and bars. Sip cocktails in style in one of the chic beach clubs such as Bardot or Purobeach. Explore natural wonders while kayaking through the sea caves or immerse yourself in the local culture in the 15th-Century Valldemossa Charterhouse.
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