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From extended stays to extended families, here’s how to book a winter-sun break on a shoestring, writes India-Jayne Trainor


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scaping the UK winter is a tempting prospect, but school


holiday restrictions, long flights or wanting to travel with the whole family can deter clients by bumping up the price. Operators are responding to demand for budget-friendlier breaks: Tui and Jet2holidays regularly offer free child places, while many more offer last-minute winter deals, long-stay discounts or feature up-and-coming winter destinations that offer travellers more for their money. So whether clients want a


romantic escape, long weekend away or super-sized family holiday in the sun, a winter trip may be the best Christmas present they could give themselves.


BEST FOR . . . ALL-INCLUSIVE ACTIVITIES For clients who want an action- packed break on a budget, suggest an all-inclusive resort


where sports and activities come as standard so they won’t face unexpected charges for lessons, court hire or sports equipment. Nicolas Bresch, Club Med’s managing director for the UK, Ireland and Nordics, says: “We offer flights and transfers as part of our all-inclusive package. Activities include tennis, archery, yoga, paddleboarding and sailing, as well as kitesurfing, snorkelling and kayaking. Families also benefit from included


childcare and kids’ clubs.” Book it: Seven nights’ all-inclusive at Club Med Punta Cana starts at £1,936 per person based on two people sharing, including flights from Gatwick and transfers,


departing December 6. clubmed.co.uk


BEST FOR . . . COUPLES The Maldives is often seen as the opposite of budget-friendly, but clients seeking a trip to paradise may be surprised to learn there ²


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