TUI adds flights to two major holiday hotspots and bookings have already opened

Bookings have opened for TUI's latest holiday destinations.

The German package giant has announced it will be adding capacity to locations in the Canary Islands and Egypt, as demand for sizzling getaways continues to be strong—despite the roasting hot May and June that the UK has just experienced.

New routes include East Midlands Airport to Antalya in Turkey, meaning another winter-sun destination has opened up for those in the Midlands, as well as East Midlands to Sharm El Sheikh and Cardiff Airport to Hurghada, resulting in year-round flying from Wales to Egypt.

Once its 2026/27 winter programme begins, TUI will connect British holidaymakers with more than 2,000 hotels across 50 destinations. New places to stay this year include three new concept hotels: the TUI BLUE Yaramar in Costa del Sol, the TUI MAGIC LIFE Redsina in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, and the stunning HOLIDAY VILLAGE Skanes Resort in Tunisia.

TUI will also be flying holidaymakers out to Phuket in Thailand and Montego Bay in Jamaica, with an additional weekly flight from London Gatwick.

Couples looking for somewhere sunny to tie the knot may be tempted by a TUI wedding in Thailand. The travel firm is adding the South Asian country to its wedding destination list for the first time, bringing the total number to 15, with over 125 venues to choose from.

TUI has also added Arctic Lakeland to the programme, with direct flights from Manchester to Kajaani twice a week. Keen to tap into the trend, TUI said the addition would meet demand for traditional Lapland holidays, which “consistently sell out year after year.”

Chris Logan, commercial director at TUI UK, said: "Our Winter 2026 programme is designed with great value at its core. We understand that Brits are looking for both affordability and exceptional experiences, which is why we've expanded our range of destinations and included some great-value getaways to choose from. We're making winter getaways more accessible than ever before. Whether it's a week of winter sun in the Canaries or a dream holiday to the Caribbean, there really is something for everyone."

Bookings for the Winter 2026 programme are available starting today through TUI’s website, app, and retail stores across the UK.

New holidays on offer include:

Thailand Escape A 14-night holiday to Khao Lak, Thailand, staying at the 3T+ The Briza Beach Resort Khao Lak on a bed and breakfast basis from £1,595 per person. Price is based on two adults sharing an Annexe Deluxe double room with pool view and balcony, departing from London Gatwick on 2 December 2026, with 20kg hold luggage per adult and transfers included.

East Midlands to Antalya Getaway A seven-night holiday to Antalya, Turkey, staying at the 5T TUI Palm Garden on an all-inclusive basis from £975 per person. Price is based on two adults sharing a double room with balcony, departing from East Midlands on 30 March 2027, with 25kg hold luggage per adult and transfers.

TUI MAGIC LIFE Redsina, Egypt A seven-night holiday to Sharm El Sheikh, staying at the 5T TUI MAGIC LIFE Redsina on an all-inclusive basis from £896 per person. Price is based on two adults and two children sharing a family area deluxe double room with garden view and balcony, departing from London Gatwick on 26 November 2026, with 20kg hold luggage per adult and transfers.