The hottest holiday offers in October

Jersey is a world of serenity and solitude. Discover a breathtaking and storied landscape, where fresh seafood, cold water swimming and tidal foraging are firmly on the menu. Uncover hidden bays and grottos that reveal their secrets at low tide. Bask in perfect solitude on miles of untouched beaches washed clean by the biggest tides in Europe.

This is the island retreat that’s waiting to be discovered to reinvigorate your mind, body and soul. British Airways flies to Jersey from both London Gatwick and London Heathrow, and with a flight time of just under an hour it makes for an accessible last minute holiday.

British Airways Holidays offers customers the chance to collect triple Avios on all Jersey holiday bookings. Also receive 25 per cent off selected Jersey hotels, as well as free room upgrades and early check-in/late check-out. Book by 14 October 2024. The specified offer will appear in red text during the booking process, should it be applicable. Price shown on ba.com includes any applicable discount. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.

Abu Dhabi may have a smaller population than its neighbour Dubai, but it is no less striking. The capital of the Emirates is a gleaming vision of modern architecture, its skyscrapers soaring into the cerulean sky. But in their shadows you’ll find a city that’s proud of its heritage, where souks sit alongside sprawling malls and the dhow harbour bustles with fishermen. The galleries and museums are exceptional (the Louvre on Saadiyat Island is a must-do). So, too, is the dining, from Michelin-starred menus to Middle Eastern street food. As dusk falls, stroll the Corniche, 8km of manicured waterfront where you’ll find everything from beach volleyball and bicycling to ice-cream parlours and playgrounds. The five-star Fairmont Bab Al Bahr sits on Abu Dhabi Creek, with views across the water to the white marble minarets of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Décor is comfortable-luxe across the 366 rooms, suites and villas, as well as in the restaurants, where sushi, steak and salads are the order of the day, not forgetting the Grand Saturday Brunch. Afterwards, sleep it off by the palm-fringed pool or on the private beach.

British Airways Holidays offers a 20 per cent discount at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi for stays from 1 June to 15 September 2025. Book between 2 October 2024 and 28 February 2025. The specified offer will appear in red text during the booking process, should it be applicable. Price shown on ba.com includes any applicable discount. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.

Amsterdam is a city that effortlessly blends its rich Golden Age history with a cool, contemporary vibe. Here, amid the tree-lined canals and gabled merchants’ houses, you’ll find avant-garde shops, galleries and restaurants. Soak up the ambience on a canal cruise or, better still, explore on two wheels. Spend an arty afternoon in the world-famous Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, dedicated to the Dutch artist, or the Stedelijk Museum for its modern art. The five-star NH Collection Barbizon Palace is spread across several 17th-century town houses and a 15th-century chapel in the heart of the city’s cobblestoned old quarter. Though the décor nods to the hotel’s past with its exposed wooden beams and arched ceilings, the 268 rooms offer all the mod-cons. There’s a Michelin-starred restaurant, or push the boat out by booking the floating dining experience (the hotel has its own private dock). There’s also a wellness area with a gym, steam bath and sauna.

British Airways Holidays offers two nights at the five-star NH Collection Barbizon Palace from £269pp, travelling on selected dates from 1-30 January 2025 inclusive. Includes economy (Euro Traveller) return flights from London Heathrow Airport, one checked bag at 23kg per person and accommodation. Book by 31 October 2024. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.

Paris exudes joie de vivre. From its leafy boulevards and ornate bridges to its oh-so-chic boutiques and grand museums, the City of Light is magical. Explore the different arrondissements, all of which have their own USPs, whether that’s the bustling Latin Quarter, the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe, or the stylish shops of the Marais. Soak up the café culture by heading to the artsy Saint-Germain-des-Pres district, where you’ll find Les Deux Magots, Café de Flore and Brasserie Lipp, frequented by le tout Paris from the Surrealists to Brigitte Bardot. A short stroll will bring you to the boutique Hotel Baume, its Art Deco interiors adding an elegant spin to any stay. The 35 rooms are all inspired by 1930s Paris, with dark wooden panelling, mirrored walls, decadent wallpapers and vintage furniture – many come with views of the Théâtre de l’Odéon. The sunshine yellow salon downstairs is the perfect spot for a Parisian breakfast, as is the terrace on warmer days.

British Airways Holidays offers two nights at the four-star Hotel Baume from £329pp, travelling on selected dates from 1-31 January 2025 inclusive. Includes economy (Euro Traveller) return flights from London Heathrow Airport, one checked bag at 23kg per person and accommodation with breakfast. Book by 31 October 2024. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.

Close your eyes and think of a tropical island paradise and you have Koh Samui (opening image). The palm-fringed beaches are pristine, the waters crystalline, while coconut groves and dense rainforest quilt the interior. Spend days swimming and snorkelling, exploring local temples and the charming Fisherman’s Village and indulging in Thai massages. As the sun sets, a visit to the up-tempo Chaweng Beach is a must, with its vibrant discos and bars, cabaret shows, kickboxing matches and night market. Nestled within a private bay on the northern tip, The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui is set in 58 acres of lush grounds. Winding paths lead to the 175 rooms, suites and private pool villas, while its restaurants have been designed to reflect the island’s culinary offerings – think spicy southern cuisine, Thai street delicacies and the freshest of seafood. Restore balance to mind, body and soul with a locally inspired treatment at the serene Spa Village Koh Samui or, if you want to boost your BPM, sign up for a Muay Thai boxing class.

British Airways Holidays offers a 25 per cent discount at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui for stays from 18 July to 19 December 2024. Book by 31 October 2024. The specified offer will appear in red text during the booking process, should it be applicable. Price shown on ba.com includes any applicable discount. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.

Broadway and bright yellow cabs, shimmering skyscrapers and the Statue of Liberty, MOMA and ice-cold martinis… everything about New York dazzles. Indeed, you’ll be hard pushed to find a metropolis that is so electric, where every corner looks like a scene from your favourite movie. Stroll through Central Park, marvel at the Rockefeller Center, shop in Bloomingdale’s or walk the High Line – and with around 25,000 restaurants, you certainly won’t go hungry in the Big Apple. This may be the city that never sleeps but The Westin New York at Times Square prides itself on its Heavenly Beds, with their cloud-soft mattresses and plump pillows. The 873-room, 30-suite hotel may be in the heart of the action (with pretty much every subway line and famed attraction on the doorstep), but this is also a place for relaxation and restoration. Take a seat at the Foundry Bar for Long Island iced teas and beef sliders and swap notes about your NYC adventures.

British Airways Holidays offers a complimentary room upgrade at The Westin New York at Times Square if available upon check-in. Valid for stays from 1 October 2024 to 30 April 2025 (excludes suites and premium dates). Book by 31 October 2024. Resort fee included within the price and customers receive: a daily US$35 food and beverage credit per room – redeemable in Foundry Kitchen or Foundry Bar or for orders via à la carte; an upgrade to premium high-speed Wi-Fi; a choice of two tickets per room per day to either Freedom Liberty Cruise or American Museum of Natural History and two tickets per room per day to FIT NYC Exercise Tour. Inclusions are subject to change without notice. The specified offer will appear in red text during the booking process, should it be applicable. Price shown on ba.com includes any applicable discount. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.

Whether you’re a culture buff or a sports fanatic, a music lover or a gourmet, Boston has something for everyone. The largest city in New England has a colourful story, from its 17th-century Puritan founders to being the birthplace of the American Revolution – follow the two-and-a-half-mile Freedom Trail to learn more. Or why not grab a lobster roll and head to one of the sports stadiums to catch a game of basketball, hockey or the Red Sox? Leave time for the Boston Public Library, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts. Amid it all sits the Fairmont Copley Plaza, a hotel grande dame that’s been welcoming guests for more than a century. Here, old-world opulence and modern luxury interweave across the sweeping public spaces and the 383 guest rooms. After a day of sightseeing, take a seat at the 83ft copper bar in the Oak Room, order a cocktail and marvel at the chefs beavering away in the open kitchen.

British Airways Holidays offers complimentary breakfast for two people, per room per day, and additional room night saving at the Fairmont Copley Plaza. Included for stays from 17 November 2024 to 31 March 2025. Book by 31 October 2024. The specified offer will appear in red text during the booking process, should it be applicable. Price shown on ba.com includes any applicable discount. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply.