As the summer holiday period concludes and children return to school, September presents an opportunity for travelers seeking milder weather and fewer crowds. Many popular destinations remain warm and inviting, offering a more relaxed travel experience.
Destinations such as Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt are averaging around 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit) in September. Hurghada, a coastal resort, offers a variety of dining and water sports. The JAZ Sharm Dreams hotel in Sharm El Sheikh features seven pools, private beach access, and multiple dining options. A seven-night, all-inclusive stay in Sharm El Sheikh, including flights from Newcastle, is available starting at £678 per person.
In Turkey, the Dalaman region can still reach a balmy 26 degrees Celsius (79 degrees Fahrenheit) in September. This area, known for its turquoise waters and mountainous landscapes, offers cultural and historical sites. The Loryma Resort provides one-bedroom apartments on a hillside, a short drive from the beach, with seven-night self-catered stays from Manchester from £438 per person.
The Canary Islands continue to be a popular choice. Tenerife offers highs of around 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) in September. Puerto De La Cruz, on the island's north coast, features a historic fishing port and numerous restaurants. A week's stay at Hotel AF Valle Orotava, including breakfast and flights from Stansted, starts at £455 per person. Santa Cruz, Tenerife's joint capital, provides a traditional old town, a bustling harbor, and proximity to Playa de las Teresitas beach. A room-only, seven-night stay at Hotel Taburiente from London Stansted is available from £516 per person.
Lanzarote also boasts temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) in September. Puerto Del Carmen, a popular tourist resort on the southeast coast, features golden sands and a lively strip. A seven-night, room-only stay at the four-star Nautilus Lanzarote starts at £577 per person, including flights from Glasgow. Costa Teguise, on the island's eastern coast, offers multiple beaches and the Lanzarote Aquarium, with week-long self-catered stays at El Guarapo Apartments from £567 per person, including flights from London Gatwick.
Mainland Spain, specifically the Costa de Almeria, experiences average temperatures of 21 degrees Celsius (70 degrees Fahrenheit) in September. This coastal region offers over 200 kilometers of beaches and coves. A seven-night, half-board stay at Ohtels Cabogata, located near a golf course with ocean views, starts at £468 per person, including flights from Bristol.
Further east, Malta offers average September temperatures of around 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit). St. Julian's, a vibrant seaside town on the east coast, provides numerous bars, restaurants, and beaches. A week's bed and breakfast stay at the boutique Hotel Argento, overlooking Spinola Bay, begins at £648 per person, including flights from Newcastle.
Croatia's Dubrovnik region maintains mild temperatures of approximately 22 degrees Celsius (72 degrees Fahrenheit) in September, suitable for exploring its historical sites and coastline. Seven-night apartment stays at Aminess Vival Port9 Residence start at £404 per person, including flights from London Gatwick. In Greece, the island of Thassos sees temperatures around 22 degrees Celsius (72 degrees Fahrenheit) with minimal rainfall. A week's bed and breakfast stay at the hillside Hotel Louloudis, overlooking Gilfoneri Bay, starts at £486 per person, including flights from London Gatwick.