This year’s top holiday destinations include white sandy beaches, beer for less than £2 and super cheap package holidays.
Eurochange predicts where Brits will fly to in 2026 Thanks to a recent financial transaction, that’s the Dominican Republic.
travel money provider We found that Dominican Peso transactions increased by 165% in 2025.
Laura Evans-Fiske, head of digital and engagement at Eurochange, said: “With Dominican peso transactions surging ahead of other currencies this year, there is no doubt that the Dominican Republic will be at the top of UK tourists’ bucket list by 2026.
“While the Dominican Republic is not typically considered an affordable destination, mid-range hotels are available from around £60 per night, and meals at authentic local restaurants often start from around £4.”
The best time to visit the Dominican Republic is during the dry season from December to April, with highs expected to reach 30 degrees this week.
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It may be busy, but the weather will be hotter and drier than other months.
On the other hand, May to November is the off-season, with more rain but less crowds.
Popular tourist attractions include Punta Cana, an east coast town known for its stunning white sand beaches and bright blue waters.
The island’s capital, Santo Domingo, also has plenty of bars, with the average price for a local beer being 150 DOP (£1.78).
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Check out the restaurants serving local specialties like sancocho, tostones, and dulce de leche.
Mr Wise said the average price of coffee in the Dominican Republic was £1.46 and a meal for two was just £4.
Being on an island in the Caribbean, of course you have to go to the beach.
And the Dominican Republic is home to two of the best countries in the world. Canto de la Playa and Bahia de las Aguilas.
Canto de la Playa is a secluded beach on Saona Island, and Bahia de las Águilas is about 8 miles long and on the southwest coast.
Bavaro Beach was given TripAdvisor travelerWinner of the Choice Award as one of the world’s best beaches in 2022.
Playa Dominicus in the south is one of the longest beaches in the country. It’s perfect for swimming and snorkeling so you can see all the marine life on the shore.
In this area, you’ll encounter vibrant coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and occasionally sharks, dolphins, and humpback whales.
The northern part of the island is home to Los Aitises National Park, which is home to one of the few remaining tropical rainforests in the Dominican Republic and was used as a filming location for Jurassic Park.
As for how to get there, you can fly directly with British Airways and TUI, which launched direct flights last year. The journey time is 9 hours and 25 minutes.
Traveling to the Caribbean may seem expensive, but some hotels and resorts are surprisingly affordable.
A 14-night stay at Hotel Capriccio Mare y Restaurante can be booked from £696.64 per person with TUI.
The hotel has 25 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms with showers, cable TV, minibar and free toiletries.
The hotel’s restaurant serves Italian cuisine, with fresh bread, pasta and ice cream made in-house.
There’s also swimming. pool Walking distance to the beach and Splash World Water Park.
A 14-night stay with bed and breakfast for two people departing on 27 January 2026 costs £696.64 per person, including flights from Manchester.
That’s just £49.76pppn.
With Loveholidays you can stay at Whala!bavaro from £779 or £111.28 per person.
This 4-star hotel offers bright rooms with indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a buffet-style restaurant, and is just seconds from Punta Cana’s beautiful Bavaro Beach.
The 7-night package for 2 people is all-inclusive and includes flights for: london British Airways Gatwick Airport departure on September 16, 2026.
Another deal is a seven-night stay on the beach at Bahia Principe Grand Torquesa.
This 5-star rated hotel is located on the beachfront and features a swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers, a spa, fitness center and nightly entertainment.
You can book all-inclusive accommodation from 27 January 2026 from £1,375 per person.
A Sun reporter checked into another all-inclusive hotel that had an in-room margarita station.
Author Juli Graziano traveled to the Dominican Republic to head to the all-inclusive resort of Margaritaville Island Reserve.
If you can get a lime in your life, make a margarita – as the slogan says on the indoor margarita station.
And that’s a motto I quickly adopt, pouring myself another glass of freshly made Blitz cocktail, then taking it out and drinking it on my balcony, watching the gentle waves below.
You wouldn’t expect anything less from the Margaritaville Island Reserve in the Dominican Republic.
But having your own cocktail station where you can make fresh cocktails without having to change out of your pajamas was just the beginning of the fun at this beachfront resort.
Located just off Juanillo Beach, in the sunny region of Cap Cana where the turquoise waters of the Caribbean meet the pure white sand, the 5-star Margaritaville is a haven for vacationers who love all-inclusive accommodation.
What’s more, Punta Cana Airport is just a 15-minute breezy drive away, making you feel comfortable even after a 12-hour flight from the UK.
When not laying out in the sun, the Paradise Room’s private balcony provided a peaceful escape.
And it was the perfect place to watch the sun rise over the ocean at 4am and enjoy a room service dinner with an unobstructed ocean view.
However, if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you’ll need to retreat from the balcony (and the 24-hour room service menu).
You will receive 2,000 points every day outside of meal times.
These can be redeemed at the on-site corner shop, which sells everything from wine and spirits to locally produced honey and traditional chocolate bars.
We also have authentic iced coffee, sandwiches, and desserts.
Then, get the in-room minibar. And that’s before tackling the resort’s 15 bars, coffeehouses and restaurants.
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And it’s the safest island in the Caribbean, home to the world’s best beaches and the Flamingo Resort.
