The best places in Europe for sunshine holidays in October half term
- By Simpson Travel
- 31 Aug 2026
- Family travel
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One question we hear a lot is: where are some good places to go on a family holiday during October half term? Here’s what we recommend: Read more >
Ever wondered which of our villas are the most popular? Hint: it's not always the most luxurious ones! From our smallest collection (Italy) to the largest (Greece), below you'll find our very own 'booker' prize list for 2025. Read more >
Having worked with us for almost a quarter of a century, Operations Manager Bev Chadwick is one of our true Greece experts. Read all about her experiences, why she loves it so much and what has made her most proud. Read more >
Step out in style with our charming collection of villas just a short stroll from the action, with waterfront restaurants, beaches, shops and amenities within easy reach. Read more >
Did you know that our Loyalty Club now has almost 3,000 members? Find out what perks and benefits you could enjoy, and learn what keeps our most regular travellers coming back for more. Read more >
Europe is an unbeatable family holiday choice right on the doorstep - no long, boring flights, no vaccinations, just lots of time to enjoy the huge variety of beaches, food and culture. Read more >
At the start of 2025, we launched Simpson Signature: our finest luxury villas in Greece, Turkey, Italy, Mallorca, Portugal and Corsica. Sarah Barnes, our dedicated Signature specialist, explains what this new collection is all about. Read more >
We’re very proud of all our villas and hotels, but which ones do our guests love most? Below you’ll find a round up of our best-sellers; all of these properties completely sold out for the entire 2024 season... Read more >
We believe that finding your perfect holiday should be easy (at least once you’ve got as far as our website), but with over 400 gorgeous villas and hotels to choose from, a little expert guidance is always welcome. Read more >
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‘[Simpson Travel] specialise in the sort of magical, unspoilt destinations my family loves’ Author: The Telegraph
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‘So how did we find the near-perfect villa in Mallorca? The first step was to approach… Simpson Travel… we needed expertise, not just blinding choice.’ Author: Sunday Times Travel Magazine, The Villas Handbook
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‘Where Simpson [Exclusive] really excels is in its first-hand knowledge of properties and destinations’ Author: House & Garden
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‘Simpson [Exclusive] delivers holidays that combine sunshine, five-star luxury and friendly service’ Author: House & Garden
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Our stay was also infused with his thoughtful brand of hospitality, matched with that of the experienced tour operator (Simpson Travel). Author: Claire Irvin, The Times
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