The Canary Islands

Think nobody wins competitions? Think again! This is a list of all people who have reported winning a competition in our Facebook competitions group. As you can see, there are absolutely loads! This list covers the last 6-ish years and the prize wins amount to hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of trips, from hotel stays to long-haul adventures. Many of our members have won multiple prizes, which I've numbered beside their names. The luckiest person on our list is Dan with a...

Tenerife is the largest and most populated of Spain’s Canary Islands. It is located just off the western coast of Africa and therefore enjoys pretty much year-round sunshine and high temperatures. For this reason and with flights to Tenerife being only a couple of hours at the most from the majority of European countries, it is little wonder that in 2012 approximately 5 million tourists visited the island. Almost a third of which was just from us Brits (we do love a Canary Island summer...

Our recent members' survey on Winter Holidays 2016/17, proved without a doubt, that we’re all going to be searching for the sun! 90% of our valued members stated they plan to leave the UK for some of the world’s top holiday hotspots, where the temps are mild, the sun is shining and the beaches are calling.Seems like we’re all ready to pack our bags, the only thing is, how to decide, with so many stunning choices? Here’s a look at your top picks, based on our survey results.SpainWe...

With the chilly weather setting in at home, November is just the right time to get away for some sunshine. Best of all, you can find fantastic deals in popular destinations, where there’ll be fewer crowds and more space for you on the sand!Keep your eyes peeled for cheaper flight deals, discounts on attractions and all-inclusive packages, ready to pack your bags for a November adventure. Here’s a look at our top picks.Beach HolidaysGran Canaria, Canary IslandsThe temps are definitely cooler...

Throughout Europe, August is the busiest holiday season of the year. With scorching hot temperatures and summer holidays on everyone’s wish lists, it can also be the most expensive. It pays to keep your eyes open for package deals, in order to book early. The team at Simply Holiday Deals will make it easy for you, by delivering the best ones straight to your inbox.If you can schedule your holiday for later in the month, it’s possible to take advantage of cheaper prices, as the holidays wind...

Boat trips are synonymous with adventure, discovery and exciting stories - and that’s often because boats allow you to get to hard-to-reach places. Whether you’re taking a cruise ship around the world, a self-drive cruiser through a national park, a canal boat through the heart of a spectacular city - or even a rowing boat, kayak or raft to explore intricate waterways and hidden caves - there is always the promise of excitement and adventure.Just look at trips like the Kon-Tiki expedition...