Go Greek for the cheapest summer getaways

FAMILIES after a cheap summer getaway should head for the Costa Brava, Italy’s Amalfi Coast or lesser-known Greek islands.

The destinations have plenty of inexpensive room-only, self-catering and bed and breakfast deals, according to Which?.

The consumer experts assessed 4,500 holiday options in the first week of August in 70 European regions. And they found that picking the right destination can save hundreds of pounds.

Traditional low-cost destinations such as Bulgaria and Turkey were missing from the top ten cheapest spots for a package break. Instead the Greek island of Kalymnos took the crown for cheapest package destination, with a week’s stay typically costing £847 per person.

Getting there involves a flight to Kos followed by a 40-minute ferry trip, which is in the price.

Which? said of Kalymnos: ‘The tiny island is Greece as you imagine it – boasting secluded coves, sapphire seas, rugged mountains, and charming towns.’

Behind Kalymnos are the Greek islands of Thassos, at £862 per person, and Lefkada, at £ 35 per person. Skopelos in Greece, which was made famous by the hit film Mamma Mia!, is also among the ten cheapest options.

Spain’s Costa Brava placed fourth with an average per head cost of £ 52.

The Venetian Riviera was the cheapest spot in Italy, at £ 65 per person, while the upmarket Amalfi Coast was close behind on £ 77.

Editor of Which? Travel Rory Boland said: ‘Travelling in the summer holidays is notoriously expensive ... but our latest price analysis shows that by being flexible on your destination, you can potentially save hundreds of pounds.’