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John Pilkington . Public Relations UK & Ireland . [email protected]
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Last-minute affordable luxury
destinations THE BEST PLACES FOR A LAST-MINUTE DEAL THIS AUTUMN
London, 11 September 2014 – Hotel search website trivago.ie has revealed the top
destinations in Europe for a last-minute luxury break this autumn.
Ranging from the mountains of Andorra to the shores of the Albanian Riviera, these
destinations are perfect for Irish holidaymakers looking to make the most of the very end of
summer.
Top 10 most affordable luxury destinations
Based on average prices for four- and five-star hotels, the below list shows 10 luxury
destinations that won’t break the bank.
Rank Destination Country Average Price
1 Bansko Bulgaria €50
2 Saranda Albania €50
3 Ohrid Republic of Macedonia €61
4 Plovdiv Bulgaria €62
5 Murcia Spain €63
6 Braga Portugal €67
7 Timișoara Romania €68
8 Zaragoza Spain €68
9 Les Escaldes Andorra €70
10 Pilsen/Plzeň Czech Republic €71
The rankings show that:
The Balkans is the best region for affordable luxury at late notice, with the top four
destinations found in the area.
Bulgaria and Spain are the best countries for a cheap last-minute four- or five-star
break, with two destinations each in the top 10.
Eastern Europe is still the best place for high quality at low prices, with six of the top
ten found here.
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About the destinations
1. Bansko, Bulgaria
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Located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains in Southwestern Bulgaria, Bansko is growing in
popularity as both a summer and winter destination. Highlights include hiking (or skiing) in
the mountains or visiting the thermal mineral springs in nearby Banya.
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2. Saranda, Albania
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The heart of the Albanian Riviera, Saranda is an important town and tourist resort on the
Ionian coast. Located less than 10 miles from Corfu, Saranda shares the same hot
Mediterranean climate. Just outside the city you’ll find the ruins of the Roman city of Butrint
– now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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3. Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia
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Another UNESCO World Heritage site, the city of Ohrid lies on the shores of the beautiful
lake Ohrid in Southern Macedonia. Known as the Balkan Jerusalem for its religious
significance, the town is home to many beautiful ancient churches. The city’s picturesque
old town is influenced by years of Ottoman rule.
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4. Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Bulgaria’s second-biggest city, Plovdiv is a bustling Balkan metropolis. Famed for its
surviving Roman architecture, including the largely intact Roman theatre, Plovdiv is great
choice for anyone looking for a historic city break off the beaten track.
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5. Murcia, Spain
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Found in the South-East of Spain, Murcia is a charming city in a great location. Known as the
‘Orchard of Europe’, the surrounding area produces a lot of fruit – and the city itself is less
than an hour from the beach. The city’s most famous landmark is the beautiful Cathedral of
Murcia.
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6. Braga, Portugal
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Portugal’s largest in-land city, Braga is a lively student town with a lot of history. An important
settlement since the Roman times, the city boasts a number of ancient buildings from
different eras, including the remnants of a castle.
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7. Timișoara, Romania
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Regarded as the capital of Western Romania, Timişoara is known for its culture and the arts.
One of the region’s most multicultural cities, Timişoara is close to country borders with both
Serbia and Hungary and boasts surviving architecture from the Austrian Empire, giving the
city a unique feel.
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8. Zaragoza, Spain
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Found in Spain’s northern Aragon region, the city of Zaragoza is known for its unique Islamic
Mudejar architecture, earning it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Landmarks in
the city include the Basilica-Cathedral of our Lady of the Pillar, the Puente de Piedra bridge
and the city’s Roman ruins.
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9. Les Escaldes, Andorra
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Not far from this tiny mountain country’s capital, Les Escaldes is an area known for its hot
springs – some of which are as warm as 66°C. As such, the area is home to many spas and
wellness centres.
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10. Pilsen/Plzen, Czech Republic
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European Capital of Culture for 2015, Plzen is a historic centre in Western Bohemia.
Highlights of a visit to the city include the Gothic St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral, the Grand
Synagogue, as well as the city’s expansive network of underground tunnels and cellars,
which can be explored by tourists.
About the data
Data based on average prices in September for 4 and 5-star hotels, i.e. luxury accommodation. Only
destinations with more than 10 hotels satisfying this criteria were included. Only hotels with
availability for more than 23 nights in September were included.
About trivago
Travellers find the ideal hotel for the best price on www.trivago.ie. trivago is the world’s largest online
hotel search site, comparing rates from over 700,000 hotels on over 150 booking sites worldwide.
trivago integrates over 82 million hotel reviews and 14 million photos in order to make finding the
perfect hotel easier for users. Over 45 million visitors per month find their ideal hotel by using
trivago’s various filters and in turn save an average of 35% per booking. trivago was founded in 2005
in Düsseldorf, Germany and currently operates 47 international country platforms in 28 languages.
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