If you’re trying to save money, booking your summer holiday as far in advance as possible is recommended. You’re more likely to get the best deals on flights and family rooms and accommodation with sea views, and you may even get extra perks like resort credit or discount as an extra ‘thank you’ for booking your stay early!
Also, if you book your holiday early, it means you have time to plan ahead and ensure that your passport and travel insurance are in order. As the EU is planning to launch its new Entry/Exit System (EES) across the EU digital border system, and EU Visa Waiver permit in the future, allowing plenty of time to complete the processes and deal with any unexpected hitches is definitely worth considering.
And booking early means your holiday can be secured with a small deposit, giving you the opportunity to spread your remaining payments over a longer period.
However, it’s not just about booking as far in advance as possible. Have you considered the timing of your holiday to make the most of summer deals, too? Booking a holiday outside peak season can lead to lower prices, with no compromise on the resort, or the sun and sea it offers. You might be surprised at how much more you enjoy yourself on an early summer holiday.
This article will discuss reasons why you should book your summer holiday early and how to get the most out of your trip with Mark Warner.
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7 Reasons Why You Should Book an Early Summer Holiday
There are often serious cost savings to be had by booking a holiday in advance. Aside from the cost savings, there are other reasons why you should book an early summer holiday for you and your family.
1. Temperatures in May and June are usually warm in the Med
For holidays in the Mediterranean, the early summer climate makes May and June ideal months to take an early summer holiday - whether you're travelling with or without kids. After a grey winter, getting some early spring sunshine can boost your immune system and improve your mental wellbeing.
Both May and June are considered to be a perfect time to explore and enjoy outdoor activities as the temperatures will be warm but not overly hot like the peak summer months.
2. Resorts are usually quiet which is ideal for preschool children
If you’re travelling with preschool children, early summer is the ideal time for a Mediterranean beach holiday. You will usually find that resorts and beaches are blissfully quiet, so you can have quality time with your little ones.
In Greece and Turkey, the weather is warm enough for swimming but mild enough for junior travellers to enjoy comfortable temperatures and make the most of the sun. Each of our resorts Kamari Beach Resort, Aeolian Village Beach Resort, Lemnos Beach Resort, Paleros Beach Resort and Phokaia Beach Resort also provide childcare and a fun programme with age-appropriate activities, enabling parents to enjoy some downtime or the chance to try a new activity.
3. Enjoy a Mark Warner Activity Week
Some of our most popular specialised weekly programs run in the early summer months, allowing you to further develop your skills at a sport with our qualified coaches and instructors. This also gives you the chance to meet other fellow holiday-makers and participate in social evenings.
Tennis Holidays
Join us at one of our Intensive Tennis Weeks this summer at our Paleros Beach Resort, mainland Greece or at our Kamari Beach Resort, Rhodes to participate in our Intensive Tennis Week to help you up your game this summer.
Learn more about our Intensive Tennis Weeks
Dinghy Sailing Holidays
We will be running our dinghy sailing regatta weeks. The regatta lasts a weeks and includes dinghy and multihull racing, sailing clinics and racing tuition.
Learn more about our Dingy Racing Weeks
4. Exercise in the sun
If you’re planning on an active holiday, an early summer holiday allows you to exercise in the sun without having to worry about becoming quickly exhausted from the heat. Work on your fitness goals or enjoy tennis, mountain biking and road cycling outdoors so you can reap the benefits of fresh air and the calming sounds of the sea. We also offer free childcare from 2 years so younger guests can have fun too, while parents relax and recharge.
Better yet, our activities are included in the cost of your trip so you don’t need to worry about paying extra fees when you arrive at your destination.
5. Explore watersports you’ve not tried before
Holidays are a great time to try out new watersports you wouldn’t normally get the opportunity to experience at home. From sailing and windsurfing to kayaking, paddle boarding and rowing, we’re sure you’ll find a new hobby in our range of complementary watersports. We also offer foiling for the more experienced windsurfers and sailors at a number of our resorts. You can also hone your skills further with one of our accredited courses or one-to-one private tuition at an extra cost.
If you’re looking for an activity based under the water, we also work with local scuba diving schools at our Paleros, Aeolian Village, Kamari and Phokaia Beach Resorts. These offer a range of PADI and SSI (Scuba Schools International) certified courses at an additional cost.
6. Visit historic sites without the crowds
In the early summer months, Greece and Turkey start to come alive. It can also be a great time to visit historic sites without the crowds or the intense heat during the peak holiday season. Each of our resorts in Rhodes, Lesvos, Lemnos, Paleros and Foca, Turkey is located near historic landmarks.
7. Something to look forward to
Booking an early summer holiday in the Mediterranean can be an excellent way to have something to look forward to during the colder winter months. The anticipation alone can boost your mood as you look forward to soaking up the sun on a beautiful beach, relaxing by the pool, learning a new sport or perfecting an existing sport.
Best time to book your holiday FAQs
If you have questions about booking an early summer holiday with Mark Warner, you can find some common queries below:
How far in advance can I book a holiday with Mark Warner?
Mark Warner trips can be booked up to several months in advance of departure. We run various promotions throughout the year including early booking discounts and resort credit to spend on your holiday. Check out our May holiday deals, June holiday deals, July holiday deals and August holiday deals to see how much you can save!
How can I find out about the latest offers?
You can sign up to our email to receive the latest offers. We'll send you emails based on your holiday preferences: summer holidays, ski holidays or both. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of all our emails.
How to Pay For your holiday with Mark Warner?
If you book your holiday early with Mark Warner, you can pay a small deposit of £200 per person. This enables you to spread the cost of your holiday across several months, paying down the balance when it suits you with whatever amount you wish.
There’s no financing or interest involved on our part – just feel free to pay for your trip in a way that works for you. The full balance is required twelve weeks before departure. It’s easy to do using Manage My Booking, or via bank transfer. For more information visit our How to Pay section
