IF you're already planning your next family holiday, there are some pretty good deals available during the October half-term.
Jet2Holidays is already gearing up to welcome back kids onboard to head somewhere sunnier.
Swap the UK for Crete in OctoberCredit: AlamyThe October half-term dates vary between areas, but this year they should run from Monday, October 23 to Friday, October 27.
But make sure to always check with your school or local council before booking.
Brits will be able to escape the rainy weather and head to the beaches of the Algarve, Crete and Majorca, to name a few.
How to de-clutter if you have a beauty stash to last you a lifetimeIf you fancy getting away for October or the half-term week, there are some great deals you can already book in, as long as you're quick.
The holiday company has October half-term package holidays from £372pp.
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Free child places are still available for October half-term breaks, and here are some of the best destinations you could jet off to:
- Costa Dorada, Spain - from £372pp
- Rhodes, Greece - from £423pp
- Majorca, Spain - from £418pp
- Algarve, Portugal - from £396pp
- Costa Blanca, Spain - from £410pp
- Sorrento, Italy - from £414pp
Your package holiday will include return flights, accommodation, a 22kg baggage allowance and return transfers.
And big savings can be made if you want to jet off in October outside of the school holidays, with prices from £299.
The holiday company has also just launched a new service to make travelling with kids easier - the 'Resort Flight Check-in'.
You'll be able to drop off your bags to the Jet2holidays specialist at your hotel, and they'll check them in for you.
However, the new service is only available in selected hotels.
The holidays are also ATOL and ABTA protected, so you don't have to worry about cancellations or changes.
For more family holiday deals, we revealed how to get 2-4-1 tickets at Alton Towers this summer.
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And Disneyland Paris has two-night breaks this Christmas from £289pp, including three-day park entry.
Jet2Holidays are offering great value breaks this OctoberCredit: Getty - Contributor