HOW TO


sell Craig Davidson,


general manager of trade sales at Jet2holidays, offers his top


tips for selling all-inclusive: E Encourage customers


to book early. Hotels in the most popular destinations sell out fast, with prices rising as availability falls.


E If customers are not fixed on a destination, encourage them to be open-minded about where they go. If


they have their heart set on Spain, consider the Costa de Almeria or Costa Brava instead of other popular


destinations, or consider dates


outside peak holiday periods. E Highlight that all-inclusive packages allow for better


control over the purse strings and mean customers won’t


have to pay for extras in resort. E Take advantage of low


gran castillo tagoro, lanzarote


Cyplon Holidays points to this five-star, Moorish-style spot in Lanzarote for those on the hunt for a real summer bargain. “Designed for family fun, it’s located in one of the most scenic parts of the island and offers great value for money,” says Elena Ahmadian, marketing executive for the operator. A wide variety of pools, a kids’ club, three restaurants, five bars, a full-service spa and a 5D cinema are among the draws, and there’s also an adult-only complex for couples wanting some quiet time. A week with Cyplon costs from £915 departing July 29, based on two adults and one child sharing and including easyJet flights and private transfers. cyplon.co.uk


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deposit schemes to secure a break at a bargain price.


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tui blue grupotel mar de menorca, Menorca


The Balearics have their fair share of bargains, but few can beat this one: a week’s all-inclusive in summer from £623, based on two adults sharing, including flights from Gatwick on July 3. Accommodation is a mix of studios and apartments, while facilities include a lively pool area, tennis courts, lounge bar, buffet restaurant and taverna serving local dishes. Entertainment includes a nightly programme of shows, a kids’ club, hangout spot for 12 to 15-year-olds and daily schedule of activities, while those wanting to burn off the calories can opt for an intense Les Mills workout. tui.co.uk


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