Package holidays to Dubai and Egypt cheaper as European prices creep up
Summary
Family package holidays to Dubai and Egypt are cheaper this summer than last year because tour operators lowered prices. However, prices for holidays in popular European destinations like Spain, Portugal, and Greece have increased slightly. Concerns about the war near Iran have made some travelers avoid Middle Eastern countries.Key Facts
- Holiday prices to the UAE have dropped by about 25% this August compared to last year.
- Egypt holiday prices are about 8% cheaper this summer than last.
- Prices for holidays to Spain, Portugal, and Greece have gone up by 3-5%.
- The UK Foreign Office recently removed its travel warning for Dubai but still advises caution due to ongoing regional risks.
- Holiday packages to Morocco, Tunisia, and Turkey are slightly cheaper than last summer.
- Some families changed their travel plans from Dubai to destinations like Mexico due to the Iran conflict.
- Car hire prices have fallen this year because of more supply and competition among rental companies.
- Data is based on TravelSupermarket searches for all-inclusive family holidays in August 2025 and 2026.
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