To book, or to wait? Even though many holidaymakers are holding off until the last minute to book their August break, it’s worth thinking ahead to avoid seasonal price hikes – especially when it comes to the cost of flights.
Maybe you and some friends want to group together and go in for an Italian villa holiday, or perhaps you fancy driving your own boat along a French river? Does a Greek beach within stumbling distance of a cottage sound like just the ticket, or would you prefer the chance to relax in a Portuguese bolthole?
Alternatively, you could stay closer to home and explore the English-Welsh borders on a guided hike in the Wye Valley, or chill out in a pretty hideaway in rural Suffolk – with an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearly on the doorstep.
Whether you choose home or abroad, pure relaxation or something rather more active, have a look at some of these ideas and get inspired for your August holiday.
Italy
Lake Trasimeno is slightly smaller than Lake Como
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Heavenly views of Umbria’s Lake Trasimeno come with a stay at the very stylish Villa Vista Lago. This four-bedroom contemporary villa sleeps eight and comes with its own pool, barbecue, billiards room, electric vehicle charging point and a fabulous terrace for outdoor dining with those wonderful lake views. Take one of the villa’s paddleboards down to the lake when you’re not relaxing on the sun loungers in the garden.
Booked through Essentially Italy, the villa has availability from 12–26 August and costs from £4,350 for a week.
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Portugal
The rugged cliffs and sandy beaches of Portugal’s Praia da Luz are a short distance from the colourful Apartments Quinta do Mar, where the outdoor pool comes with serene views of the Atlantic. All of the apartments have kitchenettes so you can discover Portuguese cuisine, and it’s worth getting one with a sea view.
Eliza Was Here has a week’s holiday at Quinta do Mar from £611pp, departing 31 August. The price includes flights and car hire (hold luggage costs extra).
England
The Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covers 126 square miles
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Follow one of Britain’s most beautiful river valleys on this six-night Walking the Wye Valley tour with Ramblers Walking Holidays. You’ll discover some of the most captivating sights along the Wye…
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