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Morro Jable, Fuerteventura — Beach & island travel

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<p>Yellow and pink make it easy to spot children in the water</p>

Olympic swimmer issues swimwear safety warning to parents

<p>The Cíes Islands cap visitors to their only campsite for promised peace </p>

The best lesser-known European beach destinations

<p>Lisbon, Portugal’s affordable and cheerful capital, makes for a soulful escape for couples </p>

Best cheap couples holidays destinations for 2023/2024

<p> Morro Jable, Fuerteventura</p>

Best beach holidays to book for 2023

UK beach holidays

Inspiration and info on the best beach trips you can make in the UK

<p>Pop a parasol on Porthcurno’s white sands </p>

The best UK beach holidays

You don’t have to leave the UK to find idyllic sandy coastlines

<p>Discover hidden coastal spots, such as secluded Lantic Bay, Cornwall </p>

Best secret UK beaches to visit for peace and quiet

As the weather warms up, we’ve rounded up the best beaches to visit and avoid the crowds

<p>The UK has a wealth of cosy coastal hotels, including the Seaside Boarding House</p>

The UK’s best seaside hotels

<p>A view of Bamburgh Castle and the beach </p>

UK’s favourite seaside towns revealed

<p>Kynance Cove in Cornwall</p>

The best beaches you won’t believe are in the UK

<p>There are many hidden spots to discover along our coastlines – if you know where to look </p>

Best beach stays in the UK and Ireland

Beach holidays in Europe

Get away for some sun, sand and sea on the continent with the help of our travel guides.

<p>Valencia came out on top of a recent report </p>

Best beaches and seaside holidays in Europe 2023

Brits have their say on the continent’s best beachside towns and cities

<p>Beachy keen: travellers must camp out to experience Cíes Island’s beautiful dunes, there are no hotels </p>

Best lesser-known European destinations for sun without the crowds

Our pick of secret spots to get your beach fix this summer

<p>Adventure awaits at these family-focused resorts </p>

Best kids club resorts in Europe 2024

<p>The mainland and islands of Greece are known for fantastic beach resorts </p>

10 best family holidays to Greece to keep the kids entertained

<p>Head to the coast for a French beach holiday this summer </p>

Where to go camping in France: Eight best coastal campsites

<p>Himare in Albania</p>

Avoid the crowds at these 9 European beach destinations

Caribbean holidays

<p>Travel from Mexico City to Oaxaca for excellent cuisine, rich culture and beautiful landscapes </p>

Combining the magic of Mexico City with the charm of Oaxaca

TravelSmart’s guide to the Caribbean islands

<p>Antigua is one of two main islands that comprise the country of Antigua and Barbuda </p>

Caribbean and Central America

Best things to do in Antigua for 2024

<p>Adults-only holidays and family-friendly adventures can be found aboard Caribbean cruises </p>

The best Caribbean cruises for a 2024/25 holiday

<p>Pastel coloured waterfront houses in Nassau, the Bahamas. Year-round sunshine makes the Caribbean’s sandy swathes a go-to for a winter holiday </p>

Caribbean and Central America

The best Caribbean islands for winter sun in 2024-25

<p>Paradise found: Barbados boasts turquoise sea and white sand </p>

Best things to do in Barbados 2024

<p>The slow-cooked beef tacos at Barbacoa Gonzalitos, Mexico City</p>

How Mexico City’s humble taco went from market stall to Michelin star

Thailand holidays

<p>Combine tradition and culture with luxury in Thailand</p>

8 best Thailand holidays 2023

Experience the “Land of Smiles” in all its authentic glory, from jungle rafts to cosmopolitan hotels

<p>Tropical islands in Ang Thong National Marine Park</p>

The best islands in Thailand to visit for holidays

<p>Thailand’s tropical climate is strongest in the north </p>

The best time to visit Thailand for a holiday

<p>Thailand is home to some of the best beach getaways in the world </p>

The best beaches to visit in Thailand

More on beach holidays

People bask in the sun at Bournemouth beach on 31 July, 2020, the warmest day of the year so far.

I hate hot weather like this – bring back good old drizzle and misery