An Eastern European city is a hidden gem for a vacation, offering round-trip flights from the UK starting at £100 per person and a luxurious hotel room for two at just £65 per night.
According to Sarah Findlay, a travel specialist from Total Travel Protection, many British holidaymakers are missing out on the charm and affordability of Gdańsk, a city on the Baltic coast of Poland that is worth booking.
The flight duration from the UK to Gdańsk typically ranges from two to 2.5 hours, depending on the departure airport. For instance, flights from London Stansted take around 2 hours and 5 minutes, while those from Bristol are approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes.
Various airlines like Ryanair, Wizz Air, and Jet2 operate flights to Gdańsk, offering direct routes from airports including Newcastle, Stansted, Leeds, Belfast, Edinburgh, Manchester, Bristol, Liverpool, Aberdeen, and Birmingham. Currently, there are direct flights available in December for just £15.
There are numerous affordable accommodation options in Gdańsk. For example, a room at the five-star Hotel Podewils Old Town Gdańsk can be booked for only £65 per night in December.
While in Gdańsk, visitors can explore the Old Town, visit the Museum of World War Two, and appreciate the city’s architecture through walking tours or boat cruises. Local culinary delights like pierogi (Polish dumplings) and żurek (sour rye soup) can be savored, and for beach enthusiasts, the tranquil Jelitkowo Beach is just 6 miles from the city center.
Gdańsk’s location on the Baltic Sea offers mild summer temperatures in the low 20s, making it a comfortable getaway without the extreme heat experienced in many popular destinations. Recent data from Total Travel Protection shows a 15% increase in heat-related travel insurance claims during summer 2025, emphasizing the importance of considering climate changes when planning trips.
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