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Carla Challis
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Updated: 2 days ago
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Dreaming of a white Christmas? Me too, but of the white sandy beach variety - there's nothing like having a sunny winter holiday booked to escape the post-Christmas slump. And the best thing to look for in a holiday right now is one with winter sun - we could all do with some vitamin D.

If you're craving sunshine, look further afield than your usual jaunts. Think Costa Rica and Goa, where temperatures average around 32C at this time of year, or Morocco who's average 22C temperature will soothe your winter-ravaged bones.

TUI’s trending holidays on sale – at a glance

  1. Royalton St Lucia An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, from £1,451.80pp - Infinity pools, a beach and multiple bars and restaurants is just the ticket at this family-friendly resort.  Kayaking, ping pong and cooking classes are all on the activities roster, and you're able to book massages in the spa. 
  2. The St Regis Goa Resort, Goa from £1,994.22pp - Inspired by Indian temples and Portuguese colonial architecture, this resort sits just footsteps from a sandy beach and has five restaurants on site, including a poolside buffet and barbecue on the beach. For the ultimate in luxury, there's a butler service available to all guests.
  3. Riu Palace, Costa Rica from £1,833.10pp – If it's something more boutique you're looking for, Riu Palace has the feel of a small, independent resort with all the facilities of a larger one. The hotel is flanked by velvety green hills and mountains, and the beach is a mere stroll away.
  4. Hard Rock Hotel, Goa, from £858.46pp – From the big pool to the music-inspired massages and guitar jam sessions, this place has rock star status stamped all over it. The hotel has one of the longest pools in the area and is just a five minute walk to Calangute beach, a lively beach are with shacks and bars.
  5. Riu Guanacaste, Costa Rica, from £1,426.69pp - Backed by gentle green mountains, this hotel is close to Matapalo Beach and only five minutes from Diamante Eco Park, a huge animal sanctuary and adventure park. At the resort, you'll find plenty of pools, bars and restaurants.

St Lucia is always a good option, especially during a British weather where the Caribbean idyllic holiday hotspot reaches temperatures of 29C in December. That's better than toasting by the fire at home, isn't it?

I've found TUI to have some of the best winter sun holiday deals, and in the name of research (and holiday inspiration), I've searched through the hundreds of incredible holidays on offer that TUI are serving up right now to bring you the best.

What is the latest holiday deal from TUI?

As always with TUI, there's lots of holiday deals to choose from and they change continuously, so if you have a destination in mind, it's worth keeping an eye on the prices. Right now, their best offer is an incredible saving of up to £600 per couple on selected long-haul holidays. Included in the selection are five-star resorts, family-friendly spots and romantic, adults-only hotels too.

Closer to home, you can save up to £500 per couple on holidays to the Canary Islands. That's a massive saving on trips to Lanzarote, Tenerife and more of the popular islands. Click here to have a browse.

Their last minute holiday deals section is worth browsing, as that's where you'll find some of the best bargains for your next holiday, including deals on summer holidays to get booking ahead for 2025.

And if you are travelling with kids, it’s always worth checking TUI’s free kids places, which seem to apply to more and more holidays every single year, even in peak times like school holidays. The free kids places often can be used with discounts or the holidays on sale too, saving you even more. At the last count, there were 94 holidays with free kids spaces.

Are there any other TUI deals on 2025 holidays and beyond?

Head to TUI’s Deals tab for the latest deals, including cruise deals, ski deals and more. 

Another way to save on your next holiday is by joining MyTui. There's a whole host of benefits for joining, including getting early access to the big TUI holiday sales and offers, including exclusive access to the TUI Secret Deals. As well as that, it's an easy way to manage your TUI bookings, from shortlisting holidays to booking extras when you've made the plunge.

How I chose the best TUI deals

  • Personal experience: I’ve been covering TUI’s deals for years at HELLO!, and can sniff out a brilliant holiday discount when I see one.
  • Availability: Every holiday or deal listed is still available, with holidays ready to book between now and dates this year and beyond.
  • Deals: I scoured the TUI website to highlight the best of their deals. There’s a lot on there, so a good search is always needed. 
  • Holiday type: From family-friendly to adults-only, I’ve included holidays and deals to cater for every type of holidaymaker. 
  • Reviews: I only ever highlight the holidays that get four or more stars on Tripadvisor.

We hope you love the holidays within this article created in collaboration with our brand partner TUI. Our team of expert editors and writers has independently selected the inclusions for this promotional piece. We will receive compensation for this article, and commission when you click on the links or purchase. Prices accurate and items in stock at time of publication.

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