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Beach Holidays 2026: The Best Destinations and Deals for Your Vacation

2026 holidays departing from Chisinau

Beach Holidays 2026: All Inclusive and Ultra All Inclusive

Turkey, Egypt, Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria or Montenegro? Compare destinations by beach, season, transfer, hotel concept and holiday style — not only by price.

🇹🇷 Turkey 🇪🇬 Egypt 🇬🇷 Greece 🇨🇾 Cyprus 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇲🇪 Montenegro
Planning 2026

The right holiday starts with the right resort area

A beach holiday in 2026 is no longer simply about choosing a country and a hotel. The difference between a carefully selected stay and a rushed decision can come down to the resort area, beach, meal concept, transfer time, travel period and hotel profile.

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The beach

The type of sea entry can be especially important for families travelling with small children.

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The transfer

A resort closer to the airport can make the journey considerably easier after your flight.

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Meal concept

All Inclusive and Ultra All Inclusive should be compared by what each individual hotel actually includes.

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The season

Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria and Montenegro have different holiday seasons.

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Important: the final price of a holiday package can change depending on the departure date, hotel, room type, number of nights, transport and availability. Compare the complete package rather than only a price displayed at a particular moment.

All Inclusive vs Ultra All Inclusive

Which hotel concept suits your holiday?

🍹 All Inclusive

Comfort and more predictable daily holiday expenses

All Inclusive generally covers the main meals, selected snacks and drinks, plus access to part of the hotel's facilities.

It is a practical choice when you want meals and a large part of your daily holiday spending organised in advance.

Ultra All Inclusive

Especially interesting when you plan to spend a lot of time at the resort

The concept may include extended service hours, additional snacks, minibar service, a wider drink selection or access to selected à la carte restaurants.

“Ultra” does not automatically mean that absolutely everything is included. The exact conditions vary from one hotel to another.

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What kind of holiday are you looking for?

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👨‍👩‍👧 For families

Antalya/Lara, Belek, Side, Hurghada, Halkidiki, Albena and Protaras.

💙 For couples

Bodrum, Fethiye, Paphos, Zakynthos, Kemer and the Montenegro coast.

🐠 For the sea and reefs

Sharm El Sheikh and Marsa Alam are obvious starting points for snorkeling.

💶 For a controlled budget

Compare Alanya, Kuşadası and the Bulgarian coast for your exact travel dates.

2026 Destinations

Compare resorts by atmosphere and holiday style

Do not compare only countries. The exact resort area, beach, logistics and hotel infrastructure can make a significant difference.

🇪🇬 Egypt · Red Sea

Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Marsa Alam

For resort holidays, sunshine and trips where the sea is one of the main attractions. Spring, autumn and a good part of winter are particularly interesting periods to consider.

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Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt 🤿 Snorkeling
Egypt · Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh

Suitable for travellers who prioritise the Red Sea, coral reefs and snorkeling. Before booking, check whether sea access is directly from the beach or via a jetty.

  • coral reefs and marine life
  • resorts focused on beach and sea
  • interesting for couples
ReefUAICouples
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Hurghada, Egypt 👨‍👩‍👧 Families
Egypt · Hurghada

Hurghada

A practical option for families looking for large resorts, swimming pools and beaches that may offer easier sea entry.

  • wide hotel selection
  • resorts and pools
  • classic All Inclusive holidays
FamiliesBeachResort
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Marsa Alam, Egypt 🌊 Quieter
Egypt · Marsa Alam

Marsa Alam

A calmer option for travellers interested in clear water, marine landscapes and a less hectic resort atmosphere.

  • slower holiday pace
  • Red Sea scenery
  • interesting for snorkeling
RelaxSeaSnorkeling
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🇹🇷 Turkey · Mediterranean Coast

Antalya/Lara, Alanya, Belek, Kemer and Side

One of the main regions for large resorts, family holidays and All Inclusive or Ultra All Inclusive hotel concepts.

Mediterranean Turkey UAI Guide →
Antalya and Lara, Turkey 🌴 Resort
Turkey · Antalya / Lara

Antalya / Lara

Suitable for families, first-time visitors to Turkey and travellers who value developed hotel infrastructure and relatively convenient airport access.

  • large resort hotels
  • developed infrastructure
  • family-friendly profile
FamiliesUAIComfort
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Alanya, Turkey 💶 Practical
Turkey · Alanya

Alanya

A large hotel selection makes Alanya interesting for families, groups and travellers who are paying close attention to their holiday budget.

  • many hotel options
  • active resort atmosphere
  • transfer time should be checked
BudgetActiveBeach
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Belek, Turkey ✨ Premium segment
Turkey · Belek

Belek

A region associated with spacious resorts and extended hotel services. It is often compared by families who put a stronger emphasis on comfort.

  • large resort complexes
  • spacious grounds
  • extended services
PremiumFamiliesResort
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Kemer, Turkey ⛰️ Sea + mountains
Turkey · Kemer

Kemer

The combination of sea, mountains and greenery creates a very different atmosphere from the flatter parts of the Turkish Riviera.

  • scenic landscapes
  • green surroundings
  • interesting for couples
SceneryCouplesSea
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Side, Turkey 🏖️ Families
Turkey · Side

Side

A balanced option for families, classic beach holidays and travellers who appreciate developed tourist infrastructure.

  • classic seaside holiday
  • family-oriented resorts
  • developed infrastructure
BeachFamiliesUAI
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🌊 Turkey · Aegean Coast

Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, Kuşadası, Didim, Özdere and Dalaman

Bays, hills and coastal towns give this region a holiday style that naturally combines beach time, scenery, walks and exploring.

Aegean Coast UAI Guide →
Bodrum, Turkey 💙 Lifestyle
Aegean Turkey · Bodrum

Bodrum

Suitable for couples and travellers who appreciate bays, evening walks and a more lifestyle-oriented atmosphere.

  • bays and views
  • elegant atmosphere
  • interesting for couples
CouplesLifestyleBays
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Fethiye, Turkey 🌿 Nature
Aegean Turkey · Fethiye

Fethiye

Nature, bays and a more relaxed pace make Fethiye interesting when you want to combine your hotel stay with landscapes and exploring.

  • natural scenery
  • relaxed pace
  • interesting for couples
NatureCouplesExploring
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Marmaris, Turkey ⚓ Promenade
Aegean Turkey · Marmaris

Marmaris

Combines beach time, a promenade and a more active resort atmosphere. Suitable if you do not want to spend the entire holiday inside the resort.

  • marina and promenade
  • active atmosphere
  • beach plus walks
ActivePromenadeCouples
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Kusadasi, Turkey 🗺️ Excursions
Aegean Turkey · Kuşadası

Kuşadası

A balanced option for families and travellers who want to combine beach time with outings and excursions.

  • beach plus excursions
  • family-friendly profile
  • different hotel categories
FamiliesPracticalExcursions
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Didim and Ozdere, Turkey ☀️ Aegean
Aegean Turkey · Didim / Özdere

Didim & Özdere

Suitable for families and travellers who prefer a calmer atmosphere on Turkey's Aegean coast.

  • more relaxed pace
  • beach and excursions
  • Ultra All Inclusive options
FamiliesAegeanUAI
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Dalaman, Turkey 🌅 Bays
Aegean Turkey · Dalaman

Dalaman

A convenient gateway to areas with bays, natural scenery and a more active style of coastal holiday.

  • access to scenic bays
  • landscapes and nature
  • good for exploring
SceneryExploringAegean
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When to consider it: June and September are particularly interesting for the Aegean coast. Early October may also remain attractive depending on the exact resort and the conditions of the season.
🇬🇷 Greece · All Inclusive

Rhodes, Zakynthos, Crete, Halkidiki and Thassos

In Greece, much of the holiday value can come from combining your hotel with beaches, tavernas, villages, scenery and excursions.

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Rhodes, Greece 🇬🇷 Island
Greece · Rhodes

Rhodes

A balanced option for couples and families, allowing you to combine a hotel stay with walks and exploring the island.

FamiliesCouplesExploring
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Zakynthos, Greece 💙 Scenery
Greece · Zakynthos

Zakynthos

Particularly interesting for couples and travellers attracted by island scenery, bays and Mediterranean atmosphere.

CouplesIslandScenery
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Crete, Greece 🍋 Variety
Greece · Crete

Crete

One of the most versatile choices: beaches, gastronomy, towns to explore and many different hotel styles.

BeachGastronomyExploring
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Halkidiki, Greece 👨‍👩‍👧 Families
Greece · Halkidiki

Halkidiki

A practical option for families and quieter beach holidays, with a relaxed Mediterranean holiday rhythm.

FamiliesRelaxedSummer
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Thassos, Greece 🌿 Green island
Greece · Thassos

Thassos

Suitable for travellers who prefer a greener island, nature and a calmer pace of holiday.

NatureRelaxIsland
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🇨🇾 Cyprus · Mediterranean

Ayia Napa, Paphos, Limassol and Protaras

A long warm season and resort areas with different personalities: from lively beach holidays to quieter family-oriented stays.

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Ayia Napa, Cyprus 🎉 Lively
Cyprus · Ayia Napa

Ayia Napa

Suitable for couples, groups and travellers looking for well-known beaches, outings and a more active resort atmosphere.

BeachesCouplesActive
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Paphos, Cyprus 🌅 Relaxed
Cyprus · Paphos

Paphos

Suitable for couples and quieter holidays, where the coast can be combined with a promenade and exploring.

CouplesPromenadeRelax
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Limassol, Cyprus 🌆 City + sea
Cyprus · Limassol

Limassol

Suitable if you want to combine a seaside holiday with urban life, promenades and evenings out.

CityPromenadeCouples
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Protaras, Cyprus 👨‍👩‍👧 Families
Cyprus · Protaras

Protaras

One of the areas worth considering for families and travellers looking for a calmer, beach-focused holiday.

FamiliesBeachRelaxed
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🇧🇬 Bulgaria · Black Sea

Albena, Golden Sands and Sunny Beach

A practical summer destination for travellers from the Republic of Moldova, with All Inclusive and Ultra All Inclusive options.

Bulgaria UAI Offers →
Albena, Bulgaria 👨‍👩‍👧 Families
Bulgaria · Albena

Albena

A practical option for families with children and travellers who prefer a calmer resort atmosphere.

FamiliesCalmSummer
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Golden Sands, Bulgaria 🌊 Popular resort
Bulgaria · Golden Sands

Golden Sands

A classic Black Sea resort with an active atmosphere, promenade and a varied selection of hotels.

PromenadeUAISummer
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Sunny Beach, Bulgaria ☀️ Large resort
Bulgaria · Sunny Beach

Sunny Beach

A large, active resort suitable for travellers who want plenty of options around the hotel.

ActiveFamiliesUAI
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🇲🇪 Montenegro · Adriatic Sea

Budva, Petrovac, Bečići, Rafailovići and the Bay of Kotor

Suitable for travellers who value scenery, bays, promenades and a style of holiday that is generally less centred on huge resort complexes.

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Budva and Petrovac, Montenegro 🇲🇪 Adriatic
Montenegro · Budva & Petrovac

Budva & Petrovac

A combination of beach, promenade and summer atmosphere, suitable for couples and travellers who want to spend time outside the hotel.

AdriaticCouplesPromenade
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Becici and Rafailovici, Montenegro 🌿 Quieter
Montenegro · Bečići & Rafailovići

Bečići & Rafailovići

Suitable for families and couples looking for a more relaxed holiday beside the Adriatic Sea.

FamiliesCouplesRelaxed
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Herceg Novi, Kumbor and Bijela, Montenegro 🏔️ Bays
Montenegro · Herceg Novi / Kumbor / Bijela

Herceg Novi / Kumbor / Bijela

For travellers who place a stronger emphasis on bays, panoramic views and a slower holiday rhythm.

BaysSceneryRelax
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Where are the resorts?

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2026 Calendar

When should you consider each beach destination?

DestinationPeriod to considerWhat to keep in mind
🇪🇬 Egypt Spring, autumn, winter Interesting for sunshine outside the European summer season.
🇹🇷 Mediterranean Turkey May–October July and August can be very hot.
🌊 Aegean Turkey June, September, early October Interesting for scenery and more balanced temperatures.
🇬🇷 Greece Summer and early autumn The best period depends significantly on the exact island or region.
🇨🇾 Cyprus Long warm-weather season Mid-summer can be very hot.
🇧🇬 Bulgaria June–September Predominantly a summer beach destination.
🇲🇪 Montenegro Summer season Suitable for combining beaches with outings and exploring.
💳 Budget

Compare the value of the package, not only the final price

A cheaper hotel may come with a longer transfer, a less convenient beach, a different room standard or more limited services.

A slightly more expensive package may offer a better location, more convenient beach access or facilities that reduce additional expenses during your stay.

For a family, calculate the total holiday budget: transport, baggage, transfer, excursions and services that are not included in the hotel concept.

✈️ Departures from Chisinau

Transport and transfer to the hotel

Admiral.Travel's thematic offers include holidays departing from Chisinau, but the exact package composition should always be confirmed separately.

Egypt and Turkey may have packages including flights and transfers, while ground transport can be a practical alternative for Bulgaria depending on the offer.

Before booking, check the schedule, baggage allowance, airport, transfer type and approximate journey time to your hotel.

Choosing your hotel

What to check before booking

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Family with children

Check the beach, sea entry, distance to the room, meal schedule and children's facilities.

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Couples

Hotel location, promenade access and an attractive surrounding area may matter more than a large aquapark.

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Resort-focused holiday

If you spend most of your holiday at the hotel, infrastructure and the exact UAI concept become more important.

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Lots of excursions

If you spend a lot of time away from the hotel, a well-selected All Inclusive package may be enough.

Before booking

Mistakes to avoid when booking your 2026 holiday

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Choosing only by price

The beach and hotel profile can influence your holiday more than a small difference in price.

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Assuming every UAI concept is identical

Minibar, drinks, restaurants and snacks may follow different rules at different hotels.

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Ignoring transfer time

This is particularly important for families with children and shorter holidays.

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Choosing only by star rating

Hotels in the same category can have very different beaches, rooms and services.

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Not checking current travel requirements

Documents and entry conditions should be checked with official sources before travelling.

Checklist

Useful information before your trip

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Flight

Check the airport, schedule and transport services included in your package.

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Baggage

Confirm the baggage allowance and conditions for your selected transport.

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Transfer

Check whether it is included, the transfer type and approximate duration.

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Travel documents

Check official sources for requirements valid at the time of travel.

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Currency

Check the local currency and convenient payment options before departure.

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Hotel concept

Confirm meals, snacks, drinks, minibar conditions and à la carte restaurant rules.

Your 2026 holiday

Do not choose only the country — choose the right resort for your holiday style

For large resorts and Ultra All Inclusive, start by comparing Antalya, Belek, Side, Kemer, Alanya, Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada.

For scenery and a more relaxed atmosphere, consider Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, the Greek islands or the Montenegro coast.

For families, Antalya/Lara, Hurghada, Halkidiki, Albena and Protaras are useful starting points for comparison.

FAQ 2026

Frequently asked questions about beach holidays

Which All Inclusive destinations should I consider in 2026?

Turkey and Egypt are suitable for large resorts and extended hotel services, Greece and Cyprus for Mediterranean holidays with opportunities to explore, Bulgaria for the summer season, and Montenegro for the Adriatic coast and scenery.

Which is better: All Inclusive or Ultra All Inclusive?

Ultra All Inclusive may include additional services, but the exact concept differs from one hotel to another. UAI can be more interesting if you spend a lot of time at the resort, while a good All Inclusive package may be sufficient if you plan many excursions and days away from the hotel.

Where should I go with children?

Antalya/Lara, Belek, Side, Hurghada, Halkidiki, Albena and Protaras are areas worth comparing. The exact hotel, beach and type of sea entry remain decisive.

Egypt or Turkey for an All Inclusive holiday?

Egypt is interesting for the Red Sea, snorkeling and holidays outside the European summer season. Turkey offers a very large selection of resorts and is particularly suitable during the warmer months.

Which destinations are suitable for couples?

Bodrum, Fethiye, Paphos, Zakynthos, Kemer and the Montenegro coast are good options if you want to combine beach time, scenery and promenades.

Are the flight, transfer and baggage included?

It depends on the exact holiday package. Before booking, check the transport, airport, baggage allowance, airport–hotel–airport transfer and any additional services separately.