On The Beach launches perks for early bird bookers using app

Holidaymakers dreaming of sunshine, sand and Sangria might want to dust off their flip flops sooner rather than later this year. On the Beach has launched a new set of “Perks” designed to give early birds even more value for money in 2026. 

The holiday experts are encouraging customers to snap up next summer’s getaways this January, with low prices already live on-site. There is a huge choice of destinations and resorts to choose from, with deposits from £30 per person.

Better still, sun lovers who book a 2026 break 60 days or more before they jet off can unlock exclusive extras via the On the Beach app within 10 days of booking. However holidaymakers need to look for the “Perk Pill” icon on the site to avoid being disappointed – if it’s not there, the perk isn’t included.

Holidaymakers booking eligible five-star holiday packages can enjoy free airport lounge access when they fly. Opening hours apply and travellers should note that lounge access at Stansted will not be available from March 1, 2026. 

Those choosing eligible four-star holiday packages can receive free gadget insurance for the duration of their trip. This includes protection for items such as phones, tablets and headphones up to a value of £3000, with a £50 excess.

For travellers booking three-star holidays, weather protection is available for trips to Spain (including the islands), Greece, Turkey and Portugal. If rain persists for two days or more – with the first rainy day excluded – customers will receive £50 back.

Planning a big trip? Groups of seven or more can benefit from a £50 Amazon voucher for the lead booker, offering an added reward for organising a larger trip. And for those booking a city break or short stay, free phone insurance is included, covering loss, theft, or damage up to £1,000 for the duration of the holiday, with a £50 excess.

The bitter chill of winter means many other holiday companies are also offering big deals on sunshine breaks for 2026. TUI, for example, if offering up to £500 off selected upscale getaways.

Elsewhere at Love Holidays, selected budget breaks start from £189 per person. Love Holidays deposits start from £19pp as the brand launches its own winter sale, tempting holidaymakers looking for sun and city breaks.

It’s not just the ‘perks’ that make On the Beach so popular with holidaymakers looking to get away this summer. Fab hotels and competitive prices can be found on holiays to Spain, Turkey, Portugal and more. Some highlights include: 

This fabulous five-star resort offers a premier Mediterranean escape just minutes from a bwach soaked in the warm sunshine of southern Spain. There are outdoor pools for all ages, an indoor adults-only pool, a kids’ mini club and world-class golf in the surrounding area.

Perfect for some real ‘me time’ the resort is also home to a spa with three salt-water pools, jacuzzis and a Hammam. Prices start from £675 per person, and with Price Drop Protection if the price drops up to 60 days before departure holidaymakers can claim the difference as credit towards their next trip. 

Being a fancy five-star getaway, booking through the app this month will see airport lounge access thrown in for free. 

For anyone looking for an adults-only break in Ibiza, Sandos El Greco is an impressive four-star beachfront hotel in Cala Portinatx. Offering modern rooms, multiple dining options and a relaxing pool and wellness area, guests can enjoy facilities including a main buffet restaurant, an à la carte Mediterranean venue, several bars, daily entertainment and a sun terrace with smashing sea views.

As a four-star hideaway, On the Beach bookers can also enjoy free gadget insurance  for the duration of the holiday, when they use the app to book this month – although bookers should note there is a £50 excess. Prices start from £760 per person. 

This family-friendly hotel is just steps from the beach, offering watersports, a kids’ splash pool and a main pool with sun loungers. A great choice for adults too it also has on-site restaurant, a Turkish bath, sauna and massage facilities.

For a truly Turkish experience, its just a short walk from the town of Icmeler, with lots of food and fun to be found there too. Being a three-star resort, fun lovers will also enjoy free weather protection when they book through the app this January. Prices start from £430 per person. 

Holidaymakers who have already been away with On the Beach have given them a 4.2 out of five-star rating on Trustpilot. One traveller said: “On the beach is my go to holiday travel company. Great prices, great website, with the option to pay outright or monthly. What’s not to like about this company.”

Another added: “Great search facility, easy to use, flexible payment options and good value. Lovely “perks” to incentivise too!”

A third sunlover explained: “On the Beach is the best provider for many reasons. I’ve got a free upgrade this time to the lounge, which was unbelievable and included and all you can eat breakfast and drink service which I wasn’t expecting.”

With more than 83,000 reviews on Trustpilot alone, some experiences were less positive. One traveller noted: “Thought we would have got the lounge access but there is one child which puts it at 7 people, bit gutted.”

Another five-star reviewer was delighted with their family holiday, adding: “I always book with On the Beach. The hotels are always fab and at great all-inclusive prices we recently booked for 10 people without a problem and look forward to more family holidays in the future.”

Find out more about the On the Beach Perks, summer holiday deals and terms and conditions.