The weather is beginning to deteriorate at home as summer comes to an end. But – good news! The autumn months are some of the best times to book a sunny getaway!
Consistently warm temperatures combined with off-season prices and far fewer tourists, what’s not to love?
And where better to experience it than on an island? Without having to travel far to the Caribbean or Asia, there are plenty of breathtaking islands only a few hours away by plane right here in Europe.
Holidu, the holiday rental portal, has dug into data to uncover which European islands are most frequently searched for by internet users in the UK.
In cases where islands have the same search popularity, the number of Instagram hashtags was used to sort the results.
View the complete top 20 rankings here: https://www.holidu.co.uk/magazine/most-popular-islands
Top European Islands
1. Tenerife, Spain
Avg. 165,000 searches per month
It’s official – Tenerife is the most popular European island among British people! Tenerife is the largest island in the Canary Islands and lies off the coast of West Africa.
Scenically, it is dominated by the dormant volcano Teide, Spain’s highest mountain. Two airports ensure easy access, so the sun-drenched island welcomes millions of holidaymakers annually.
It’s no wonder why Brits flock to the island year after year to enjoy the sun all year round and the island’s incredible beaches.
2. Lanzarote, Spain
Avg. 135,000 searches per month
In second place, we have another of the fantastic Canary Islands. Lanzarote offers opportunities for activities like surfing, diving, hiking, and cycling, making it a playground for adventure enthusiasts.
Lanzarote’s black sandy beaches, formed by volcanic activity, offer a distinctive coastal experience.
Like Tenerife, Lanzarote’s pleasant climate, with year-round sunshine, appeals to British travelers seeking respite from the colder months back home.
3. Majorca, Spain
Avg. 134,500 searches per month
Majorca secures its sport as the third favorite island for British tourists to travel to.
With a diverse landscape, fantastic beaches, numerous outdoor activities, and good accessibility, Brits search for Majorca on the web around 134,500 times a month, and we can’t blame them!
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