The Travel Expert’s 10 Best Travel Deals – 28th July 2026
We have searched the web so you don’t have to! Our best travel deals from Ireland include last minute deals, sun holidays, city breaks, early booking offers and super staycations.
From a last-minute escape to Belfast to a family mid-term getaway on the shores of Lake Garda, this week’s 10 Best Travel Deals has something for every type of traveller.
Enjoy a staycation in Galway for this year’s Christmas markets, soak up the sunshine in Halkidiki, Madeira or Gran Canaria, discover the charm of Cinque Terre or Lisbon on a short break, set sail aboard the world’s largest new cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, in 2027, or plan the adventure of a lifetime with an unforgettable tour of India.
Whether you’re searching for a city break, beach holiday, cruise, family getaway or Irish staycation, you’ll find plenty of great-value inspiration below.
1. Best Last Minute: Belfast for Fleadh Cheoil
Fleadh Cheoil is coming to Belfast this weekend so I can think of nothing better for this week’s last minute deal. The world’s largest celebration of Irish music and culture, is set to take place for the first time in Belfast from 2nd to 9th August, creating an open-air festival atmosphere that solidifies Belfast’s status as a UNESCO City of Music.
Enjoy an overnight escape over the bank holiday weekend from just €158 per couple or €181 per family in the Holiday Inn Belfast on the 2nd of August. You can search many more dates and durations via the link below.
Read: 20 last minute hotel deals in Ireland from €53pp
Alternatively, if you want to a last minute holiday abroad, we have updated this post with plenty of holiday deals in August.
Read: 12 Fantastic Last Minute Holidays, 7 Nights from €290pp
2. Best August Deal: Enjoy a Week in Mogan from €539pp
Finish off the summer with a super stay in one of Mogan’s most loved apartments, the adult-only Sol Mogan Suites. Located a short taxi ride to the marina, this is the perfect place to relax and catch some sun in one of Gran Canaria’s most upmarket resorts. Check out the reviews on TripAdvisor if you still need convincing.
Read: Top 10 Water activities in Gran Canaria
Read: 12 Luxury holiday deals in August & September from €389pp
3. Best September Sizzler: 5* All Inclusive in Greece from €799pp
Escape to the serene beauty of Halkidiki and enjoy a luxurious stay at the 5-star TUI BLUE Lagoon Princess. This elegant resort features a spacious main pool with in-water loungers and offers relaxed evening entertainment.
Ideal for those seeking peace and tranquillity, the hotel’s beautifully landscaped gardens lead directly to a sandy beach, perfect for sunbathing, with water sports just a short walk away. The resort also offers four bars, three diverse restaurants, and five stunning pools, including one indoors, for a truly indulgent holiday.
Read: 12 Luxury holiday deals in August & September from €389pp
Price includes flights from Dublin, transfers and accommodation on an all inclusive basis for 7 nights in September. Dates and durations can be changed when you click on the links below.
4. Best Short Break: Spend 3 Nights in Cinque Terre €279pp
Surprise your friend or partner with a short break in Cinque Terre! One of Italy’s most stunning locations, if its not already on your bucket list – it should be!
We found return flights to Pisa for just €87 departing on the 20th of October and a three-night stay at the top-rated Hotel La Marina in the heart of Monterosso Al Mare ( one of the five villages ) is only €192 per person including breakfast – you can edit the dates and durations via the link below to suit your requirements.
Trains leave regularly from Pisa airport, with a journey time of 90 minutes – 2 hours, and cost just €20 return!
Read: Where to stay in Cinque Terre and top things to do
Find this and five more amazing Italian short breaks, including Lake Como, Amalfi Coast and Sicily, here:
Read: 6 Amazing Short Breaks in Italy: October Offers from €227pp
5. Best Family Holiday: Lake Garda for October Mid Term, 2ad & 1ch from €837, 2ad & 2ch from €1036
Looking for a family getaway for the October mid term break? Flights to Verona (20 minutes drive away), and a seven-night stay at the popular Bella Italia family resort is only €837 based on 2 adults and 1 child sharing or €1036 based on 2 adults and 2 children. See more information on this deal here:
Read: Family deal to Lake Garda over the October Mid Term
Explore Lake Garda, bring the kids to Gardaland, and enjoy day trips to Milan, Venice or Verona – the possibilities are endless!
Read: Lake Garda Travel Guide
Read: 10 best campsites in Italy for family holidays
You can also choose to book flights separately and book alternative accommodation through Eurocamp. They have large 3 bedroom homes in Bella Italy for larger families as well as alternative campsites.
6. Best Winter Sun: 5* Pestana Carlton Madeira Premium Ocean Resort , 7 Nights from €545pp
Madeira is having a moment! This stunning Portuguese island is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. You can hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, ride the Funchal Cable Car, experience the traditional toboggan rides or go whale watching. There is plenty for relaxation too, from beach breaks to wellness holidays, as well as a fantastic food and wine scene.
Choose a seven-night stay the great value 4 Star Views Oasis from €475 per person, or enjoy a luxury break at the Pestana Carlton Madeira Premium Ocean Resort – one of the most top-rated hotels in Funchal, from €545 per person. Both deals include breakfast and return airport transfers.
Note: In order to get the Pestana Carlton for €545 you need to use code DEAL which will take €150 off the listed price of this and all winter holidays over €1200 in value. Dates and durations can also be changed to suit you via the links below.
Find this and lots more winter deals here:
Read: 15 winter sun holidays from €392pp
7. Best City Break: Lisbon – 2 Night Weekend Escape from €179pp
Lisbon is one Europe’s top city break destinations, and after visiting a few years ago, I now know why! It has a beautiful old town, and pastel-coloured buildings with terracotta rooftops as far as the eye can see.
Read: My Top 10 things to do in Lisbon
We found amazing deals travelling over weekends in November staying in the 4 Star HF Fenix Hotel from just €179 on the 21st of November. Many more dates are available and durations can be changed via the link below.
You can see this and lots more winter city break deals here:
Read: 10 Winter city break deals all less than €199!
Read: Where to stay in Lisbon, our top 20 picks of Lisbon hotels
8. Best Cruise: Legend of the Seas, June 2027 from €1899, 2&2 from €5895
Cruise the Med on the largest cruise ship in the world, Legend of Seas, next summer! I’m just back and was blown away by the facilities for families and the entertainment on board.
Price for a seven night cruise from Barcelona on the 6th of June, visiting Marseille, La Spezia, Rome, and Naples, and return flights with checked baggage and transfers is €1899 per person or €5895 for a family of four.
This includes a €100 discount per booking when you mention The Travel Expert, which can be used on all fly-cruises.
Read: The Ultimate guide to Legend of the Seas, my review of dining, entertainment, activities and more.
9. Best Long Haul: India’s Golden Triangle Tour, €1599pp Including Flights, Hotels, Meals & Tours! Solo Traveller from €2029
Scratch India off your bucket list with this amazing escorted tour. Watch the sunset over the Taj Mahal, visit the Pink City of Jaipur, enjoy two half-day city tours and a traditional rickshaw ride through Old Delhi – all included in the price, as well as flights and nine-night hotel stays with breakfast and evening meals included!
This is a steal at €1699pp in 2027 or €1799 in September 2026, but when you use our EXCLUSIVE CODE TTE100 you will save a further €100 off per person! Price for a solo traveller from €2029 in 2027 when you use our code.
This code can be used on ALL Travel Department holidays of 8 nights or more or use TTE50 for €50 per person off 7 night holidays, or TTE25 for holidays of 6 nights or less.
Many more dates and durations are available simply search via the links below.
10. Best Early Booking Offer: Galway Christmas Markets!
Plan ahead and book a Christmas market break in Galway this year. We found an overnight escape from €60pp or a two-night weekend stay from €85pp.
Price includes bed and breakfast plus a drinks voucher. Stay for two nights and receive a bottle of Prosecco! Stroll along Quay Street, visit the Spanish Arch and enjoy Galway’s Christmas markets just steps from your hotel.
Valid on selected dates from November 2026 until 16th March 2027 – including during Galway’s Christmas market season, which usually runs from mid November to the end of December.
Read: 10 Autumn winter breaks in Ireland from €50pp
If you prefer to visit a Christmas market break abroad, make sure to check out our amazing deals here:
Read: 26 Christmas market breaks to take in 2026
We hope you find something to suit you in our best travel deals. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, descriptions and prices are taken from third party websites and are subject to change. Please note some of our best travel deals from Ireland include affiliate links, where we receive a small commission if a booking is made.
