10 holiday hotspots where a pint costs less than in the UK — from city breaks to winter sun




There are many reasons to book a holiday, whether you are looking to catch some sun, take some time to unwind and to simply enjoy a few drinks while taking in a new destination. And with the average price of a pint now sitting at £5.01 in the UK, heading abroad is not a bad way to combine travel with a trip to the pub. Travel experts have named top holiday destinations where you can say “cheers” for less. Jet2 named 10 destinations where you can find beer for less than £3 on average, with the most affordable being found in Tunisia. Here, the average half-litre glass of beer costs £1.27. Bulgaria and the Czech Republic also offer drinks for less, with the cheapest pint at £1.74 – around a third of the UK average.For sun-lovers, consider a trip to Tunisia | GETTYChief customer officer at Jet2, David Hills, said: “We know that value matters to our customers, and that doesn’t just mean getting a great deal when booking their holiday. It’s about how far their spending money goes once they arrive, too.“With destinations including Portugal, Spain, Turkey and Croatia offering beers for considerably less than the UK average, there are plenty of places where customers can enjoy some sunshine or a city break and make their holiday money stretch that little bit further.“Coupled with our award-winning customer service and great-value flights and package holidays, there are lots of reasons to say cheers to a Jet2 getaway.”10 destinations where spending money goes further1. Tunisia – average beer £1.27Tunisia is known for its year-round sun and affordable prices. From the beaches of Hammamet to the resorts of Sousse, Tunisia offers sunshine, culture and value for Britons.2. Bulgaria – average beer £1.74Bulgaria is home to the popular resorts of Sunny Beach, Nessebar and St Vlas. It is a historical holiday destination where visitors can also take in the sun and enjoy affordable prices. 3. Czech Republic – average beer £1.74Prague in the Czech Republic is a favourite city break destination among Britons. Expect a mix of striking architecture, historic squares and a celebrated beer culture.Hungary – average beer £2.08Budapest is famed for having historic sights and thermal baths, but the popular ruin bars provide the perfect setting for a cheap pint in the capital.Portugal – average beer £2.14British holidaymakers love Portugal —from the picture-perfect beaches in the Algarve to the vibrant city of Lisbon. No matter which area you want to explore, the average beer will set you back just over £2. Montenegro – average beer £2.39With dramatic Adriatic scenery, historic coastal towns and popular resorts around Budva Bay, Montenegro gives holidaymakers both sightseeing opportunities and cheap places to have a relaxing drink.Bulgaria has popular resorts across the Black Sea Coast | GETTYHolidaymakers can experience all Budapest has to offer without parting with too much cash | GETTYSpain – average beer £2.56Spain might be Britons’ favourite European holiday destination, but that doesn’t seem to have impacted prices. The average beer costs just £2.56, whether you want to visit the Canary Islands or landlocked cities. Turkey – average beer £2.77Turkey combines the beaches and resorts of Antalya with the Aegean coast’s historic towns, clear waters and relaxed seaside atmosphere, offering plenty of choice for holidaymakers.Poland – average beer £2.92Poland offers a mix of historic cities, cultural attractions and lively nightlife, from Krakow’s old town to the waterfront streets and sights of Gdansk, often at good value.Croatia – average beer £2.99Croatia has both the historic streets of Dubrovnik and the must-visit beaches, islands and waterfront towns of the Dalmatian Coast, pairing plenty of sunshine with history and culture.