The Post Office's Family Holiday Report 2026 analyzes the cost of family vacations in 22 European destinations, comparing typical expenses such as meals, drinks, activities, and other day-to-day expenses to help families choose destinations that are more cost-effective.
Algarve stands out as the best value for money destination in 2026, followed by Sunny Beach (Bulgaria) and Lanzarote (Canary Islands).
The most expensive destinations in the study are Sorrento (Italy), Funchal (Madeira) and Crete (Greece).
Full report available here.