Discover Europe this summer with BA

British Airways (BA) has launched an all-cabin special fares campaign across its routes to the UK, Europe, US and Canada, just in time for the upcoming Eid holidays and summer break.

The airline’s super saver summer sale will run until June 18 with travel valid until December 12.

Popular this summer among GCC residents looking to travel on shorter breaks are several European destinations offering dramatic coastlines, ancient city streets and plenty of family-friendly activities to suit all budgets.

Here is British Airways’ shortlist of trending European destinations that are attracting travellers’ attention this summer:

Corsica, France
For families looking for a tranquil summer holiday somewhere beautiful and peaceful, Corsica's stunning natural landscapes, stylish coastal towns and numerous beaches offer an unforgettable holiday adventure. Book an onward connection via London Heathrow to Figari airport in the south of the island and soak up a week-long blissful getaway in the sun.

Croatia
Even if you’re not a Game of Thrones fan, there’s plenty to enjoy for the whole family in Croatia. Take in seven spectacular and towering waterfalls at the Krka National Park, or embark on a walking trip through history in the village of Motovun. Food lovers are spoilt for choice as Croatian cuisine is varied and unique to each region, with influence from Hungary, Austria and Turkey. Enjoy walking through the nooks and crannies of Split - home to the ancient (and once lavish) palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian dating back more than 1,700 years with a number of thriving cafés and restaurants set among its ruins.

Grenoble, France
As the writer Stendhal famously said when describing his hometown: 'At the end of every street, there's a mountain.' It is not surprising that Grenoble offers breath-taking hiking trails for travellers journeying on foot. Whichever route you choose, there are plenty of outdoor activities and festivals for the entire family to enjoy.

Puglia, Italy
Puglia offers a myriad of family-friendly activities, making it one of the more popular family travel hotspots in 2018. From its famous drive-through safari experience at the Zoo Safari Fasano theme park and the fairytale-esque houses lining the central hilly region of Valle d’Itria, to sandy beaches with shallow bays and adrenaline pumping cliff diving opportunities, there are endless reasons why residents from Bahrain should head to the South of Italy this summer.

Almeria, Spain
Shimmering coastlines, delicious food and great year-round weather, Almeria is an untapped holiday gem for families looking to experience authentic Spanish culture. With its uncrowded stretches of beaches and budget-friendly family resorts, a plethora of water sports, tapas cafes and al fresco concerts, Spain’s secret Costa is a crown jewel for families looking to get away, soak up the sunshine and relax.

Customers who register, book and fly by June 30 can also take advantage of the airline’s bonus Avios promotion and collect 4,000 bonus Avios points if they take two or more British Airways return flights between the UK and Europe, or 16,000 bonus Avios should they take four or more return flights.

These bonus Avios points can be spent in the same way that normal Avios points can, including part payment on flights, with members able to cut the cost of future flights using Avios. When using Avios part payment, customers are able to pick from a range of savings by destination and cabin. In doing so, they can still collect Avios and Tier Points on their bookings.

Beyond the special fares and bonus Avios points, customers will also benefit from British Airways’ enhanced catering options and more than 1,000 hours of in-flight entertainment in the World Traveller economy cabin, as well as new Club World business cabin catering and bedding being rolled out across the airline’s network. - TradeArabia News Service