CITY breaks have been neglected by holidaymakers over the last two years, as Brits opted for countryside and coastal destinations during the pandemic.
But as countries reopen, it’s worth remembering how great a short stay in some of the world’s most exciting destinations can be – especially as there are some great deals around.
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From romantic holidays in Paris to sleepless nights in New York – we’ve found deals from £105 per person this year.
For instance, there’s a lot to see and do on a weekend getaway in Amsterdam, with its world-class museums and art galleries, canal-side cafes and lively bars – and it’s only an hour’s flight away.
Hotel rooms on Booking.com are available from £83 per room, per night, and flights cost from £20 each way on Kayak.
Or, trips to Barcelona are also a popular option, the city that allows holidaymakers to discover architectural gems, parks, museums and beaches all within one holiday.
From La Sagrada Familia to the lively nightlife, travellers will never want to leave.
Three-night stays at the 3 stars ‘Boatel’ in Barcelona are from £105pp, for room only, departing from Gatwick on March 1 with Easyjet here.
Hotel rooms in Barcelona on Booking.com are from £50 per room, per night and flights are available from £7 each way on Kayak.
Three-night stays at the 3 stars ‘Teatre’ from £208pp, room only – departing from Gatwick on March 7 with TUI here
Alternatively, flights to New York cost from £95 each way on Kayak and hotel rooms start at £160 per room, per night on Booking.com.
Four-night stays at the 4 stars ‘The Row’ in New York are available from £752pp, room only, departing from London Gatwick on March 5 with TUI.
Here are the best deals for city breaks:
Rome
- Hotel rooms on Booking.com are available from £79 per room, per night
- Flights are available from £4 each way on Kayak
- Three-night stays at the 3 stars ‘Best Western Globas’ from £166pp, room only – departing from London Gatwick on March 1 with Easyjet – book here
Berlin
- Hotel rooms on Booking.com are available from £66 per room, per night
- Flights are available from £9 each way on Kayak
- Three-night stay at the 3 stars ‘Best Western Hotel am Spittelm’ from £166pp, room only – departing from London Gatwick on March 1 with Easyjet – book here
Paris
Reykjavik
Athens
Marrakech
Dubai
We’ve put together a list of all the countries Brits can enter without needing any Covid tests.
We have also found the best last-minute breaks in the UK from just £3pp a night in March.
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