Brits can discover the UK’s most cost-effective pints on this island recognized for winter solar
Travel Supermarket has compared the cost of a bottle of beer at beach bars across more than 20 popular destinations to find the cheapest destination in Europe, and the results are in
With Blighty being pelted with icy temps, relentless rain, and even a dusting of snow lately, many of us are craving a bit of vitamin D.
If you’re mulling over a post-Christmas getaway with a splash of sun, a large helping of culture and pocket-friendly pints – we’ve got the perfect place.
Travel Supermarket has done the legwork, comparing the cost of a bottle of beer at beach bars in over 20 popular holiday spots to find the cheapest.
Corfu, Greece, and Algarve, Portugal, both landed near the bottom of the pile, slapping tourists with a hefty £4.30 price tag (only Dubai was pricier at a whopping £9.62), reports the Express.
Even the beloved Canary Islands seemed a bit steep, with a beer setting you back £3.01 in Gran Canaria, £2.71 in Fuerteventura, and £2.58 in both Lanzarote and Tenerife.
But Malta took the crown as the cheapest EU country – charging holidaymakers a mere £2.15 for a pint on the beach.
Just a three-hour hop from the UK, Malta is brimming with rich history – home to the 5000 year old site of Ħagar Qim and the fortified city of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1980.
The island is not short on churches either, topping out at a whopping 313 , including the famed St. John’s Co-Cathedral – which dates back to 1573.
With its picture-perfect settings ideal for beach lounging, Malta is a top spot not just for history buffs but also for those looking to kick back and relax.
January’s got some mega deals with return flights to Malta going for a mere £34.99, so holidaymakers can take advantage of those cheap pints, relax on the beach and soak up some culture, all without feeling the pinch in their wallet.
And if that’s not enough, you can sail over to Comino Island and feast your eyes on the glorious Blue Lagoon, with it’s azure waters straight off of a postcard.
If Malta feels like deja vu, that’s because its doubled as a film set for box-office hits such as Gladiator, Captain Phillips and World War Z, as well as the mightily popular Game of Thrones.
The Maltese tourist chiefs are buzzing: “With its deep blues seas, its lush, verdant countryside, and its ragged rocky terrain, it’s hardly surprising that Malta has played host to so many blockbuster film shoots!”.
When the sun goes down, this little gem vibrates with nightlife.
If you’re after a classy night, Valletta is a brilliant option, with swanky cocktail spots and cosy wine dens, while club-heavy St Julian’s is the place to be for partygoers.
Don’t fret about the winter wobbles; even in December, Malta keeps it comfy with days hovering around 17C, though you might want to snuggle into a jumper when the stars are out.
Get packing and jump into all that Malta has to offer!
