The Travel Expert’s Best Travel Deals – 22nd July 2025
I’ve searched the web so you don’t have to! My best travel deals from Ireland include last minute holidays, short breaks, September sizzlers, and super staycations.
This week’s best travel deals are here! Bag a bargain break in Rhodes, visit Santorini in September, enjoy short breaks in Boston, Seville and the Cinque Terre, take the family to Fuerteventura for the October mid term break, book a bucket-list Alaska cruise, or enjoy some summer breaks in Ireland.
Best Last Minute: 1 week in Rhodes from €529pp
The relaxing adult-only Nimar Villagio apartments in Rhodes are located in a countryside setting but just a 15-minute walk from Afandou’s village square, and Rhodes’ longest beach. It’s a great choice for a laidback stay and an ideal base to explore the island of Rhodes.
Read: Rhodes Travel Guide
Price for a one week holiday is €529pp on the 23rd of August or €559 on the 6th or 9th of August and includes flights, accommodation, transfers and baggage.
Read: 10 last minute holiday deals from Ireland
Best Overnight Escape: August bank holiday in Dublin, €79pp
Enjoy a central stay in the capital over the August bank holiday weekend. Located opposite Trinity College, in the heart of the city, the location just couldn’t be better. Price for an overnight stay is just €79 per person on the 3rd of August. See lots most August escapes in Ireland here:
Read: 20 last minute hotel deals in Ireland – Overnight escapes from €53pp
Best Family Holiday: All Inclusive in Fuerteventura, October Mid Term
Bring the kids to the All Inclusive Alua Suites Fuerteventura for the October mid term break. Located close to Fuerteventura’s best beaches, with eight pools, a kids club, and a host of activities including yoga, fitness classes and a spa – there is something here for all the family.
Read: Top things to do in Fuerteventura
Price of €3896 for a family of four includes flights, baggage, and an all inclusive stay with meals and drinks, travelling for 8 nights on the 22nd of October from Cork, or seven nights on the 26th of October from Shannon or Dublin for €4236 and €4436 respectively.
Prices for families of five are €4896 from Cork, €5795 from Shannon or €6175 from Dublin, for 8 / 7 nights respectively.
Read: 10 luxury family holidays over October mid term break
Best Family Staycation: Kenmare Bay Hotel in August
Enjoy a family staycation in Kerry before the kids go back to school. The Kenmare Bay Hotel is always a popular choice for family breaks in Ireland, not only because of its ideal location, but its leisure centre is a lovely treat after a day exploring The Kingdom.
Price for a two-night stay in a family room is €438, or choose a 2 bedroom house from €658, arriving the 17th of August.
Read: 12 Last minute family hotel deals – 2 Night August escapes from €318
Best September Holiday: A week in Santorini from €699!
Round off the summer in style by having a holiday to Santorini to look forward to. I found a super deal staying in the top-rated Villa Anemomilos Perissa. Price for flights and a seven-night stay from the 29th of September is €699, or choose the 19th of September for €749 per person. You can see lots more hotel recommendations and top tips in this post:
Read: Top things to do in Santorini, where to stay, dine and explore
Read: 10 Late August / September holiday deals from €529
Best September City: Weekend in Boston from €689!
Treat yourself to a weekend in Boston in the Fall – it is the best time to visit! I found great value return flights with Aer Lingus for €377, and a three-night stay in a deluxe room at the superbly located Club Quarters Hotel is only €302 per person. I loved our trip to Boston last year – this travel guide has all you need to know!
Read: 20 top things to do in Boston, where to eat, dine and explore
Best Short Break: Weekend in Cinque Terre from €253pp
Surprise your friend or partner with a weekend in the Cinque Terre! One of Italy’s most stunning locations, if its not already on your bucket list – it should be!
I found return flights to Pisa for just €124 departing Saturday morning 8th November and returning Monday evening, but you can choose to opt for four, five or seven nights for the same price. A two-night stay at the top-rated Hotel La Marina in the heart of Monterosso Al Mare ( one of the five villages ) is only €129 per person including breakfast, and a four-night stay is €255 per person – you can edit the dates via the link below to suit your requirements.
Trains leave regularly from Pisa airport, with a journey time of 90 minutes – 2 hours, and cost just €20 return!
Read: Where to stay in Cinque Terre and top things to do
Best Winter Holiday: 4 Star Week in Madeira from €585pp
Madeira has become a trending travel hotspot, and we found a great deal staying in the 4-star Views Oasis Hotel. With a seafront location, choice of dining options and a Spa, this top-rated hotel is a super choice for a winter break.
Price of €585 flying from Dublin Airport on the 24th November and €595 on the 19th of January for 7 nights, includes flights, accommodation with breakfast, transfers and baggage.
Read: 12 Winter sun holiday deals from €389pp
Best City Break: Christmas market break in Seville
Bag a bargain break in Seville this winter. Explore one of Spain’s most stunning cities over the festive season, with a three-night break from just €249 per person. Price includes Aer Lingus flights, 10kg checked baggage and a three-night stay at the top-rated 4-Star Hesperia Sevilla Hotel.
Read: Seville travel guide, top things to do and where to stay
Best Cruise: Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise €1589!
Is Alaska on your bucket list? Plan ahead and secure a cruise of a lifetime on Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas next year. This super cruise deal includes flights from Dublin with checked baggage, an overnight stay in a four-star hotel in Seattle, return airport transfers, and a seven-night cruise with meals and entertainment included.
I hope you find something to suit you in my best travel deals. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, descriptions and prices are taken from third party websites and are subject to change. Please note some of my best travel deals from Ireland include affiliate links where I receive a small commission if a booking is made.
