{"id":29660,"date":"2023-04-17T15:37:41","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T15:37:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=29660"},"modified":"2025-01-31T16:11:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T16:11:16","slug":"what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is A Mid-Haul Holiday? A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to feel like you&#8217;ve had a proper adventure without spending days in the air, then we may have the perfect escape for you. But what are mid-haul holidays and exactly how much travelling do you need to do?<\/p>\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/marmaris-turkey.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/marmaris-turkey.jpg\" alt=\"Marmaris is a popular mid-haul holiday destination\" class=\"wp-image-29666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/marmaris-turkey.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/marmaris-turkey-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/marmaris-turkey-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What is a mid-haul holiday and where can you go? Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/watercrafts-on-gebekse-bay-in-marmaris-turkey-8003686\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Simge I\u015f\u0131k Karaca<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>For some people, the thought of putting in a huge shift in terms of travel for your big escape can be a little off-putting. But not all sunny breaks demand a huge flight time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Some of the best sun-drenched escapes are actually considered mid-haul. But what is a mid-haul holiday? What sort of locations does it refer to? And where does it fit in terms of long and short-haul travel?<\/p>\n<p>Well, we&#8217;ve got all the answers here. Read on to find out, starting with the big question.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/offers\/closer-to-home-holidays?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"190\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/874x190-Paradise-Closer-Blog-Disruptor.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33985\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/874x190-Paradise-Closer-Blog-Disruptor.png 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/874x190-Paradise-Closer-Blog-Disruptor-300x65.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/874x190-Paradise-Closer-Blog-Disruptor-768x167.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" 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href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/#Whats_The_Difference_Between_Short-Haul_Mid-Haul_and_Long-Haul\" title=\"What&#8217;s The Difference Between Short-Haul, Mid-Haul and Long-Haul?\">What&#8217;s The Difference Between Short-Haul, Mid-Haul and Long-Haul?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/#Where_Are_The_Top_Destinations_For_A_Mid-Haul_Holiday\" title=\"Where Are The Top Destinations For A Mid-Haul Holiday?\">Where Are The Top Destinations For A Mid-Haul Holiday?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/#Mid-Haul_Holidays_For_Couples\" title=\"Mid-Haul Holidays For Couples\">Mid-Haul Holidays For Couples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/#Mid-Haul_Holidays_For_Families\" title=\"Mid-Haul Holidays For Families&nbsp;\">Mid-Haul Holidays For Families&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/#What_Should_You_Pack_For_a_Mid-Haul_Escape\" title=\"What Should You Pack For a Mid-Haul Escape?\">What Should You Pack For a Mid-Haul Escape?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/what-is-a-mid-haul-holiday\/#Start_Prepping_Your_Mid-Haul_Adventure_Today\" title=\"Start Prepping Your Mid-Haul Adventure Today&nbsp;\">Start Prepping Your Mid-Haul Adventure Today&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Mid-Haul_Holiday\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">What Is A Mid-Haul Holiday?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A mid-haul holiday is to a destination located <strong>around 4-8 hours away by plane<\/strong>. The great thing about deciding on a mid-haul holiday destination is that you don&#8217;t have to compromise on sunshine for that shorter flight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Travelling long-haul can mean you end up losing the first days of your break to either travelling or recovering from travelling. Meanwhile, shorter flights can mean that you don&#8217;t end up far enough away from the UK to guarantee good weather.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>But what&#8217;s the difference between short, mid and long-haul holidays?<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greece-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greece-1.jpg\" alt=\"View of the bay in Santorini, Greece. \" class=\"wp-image-29670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greece-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greece-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Greece-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Greece is an amazing mid-haul location. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/white-concrete-house-near-body-of-water-under-white-and-blue-cloudy-sky-1285625\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aleksandar Pasaric<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_The_Difference_Between_Short-Haul_Mid-Haul_and_Long-Haul\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">What&#8217;s The Difference Between Short-Haul, Mid-Haul and Long-Haul?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to distinguishing between the three options for your break, it really comes down to travel time. The longer you spend travelling the further up the scale your trip will be, for example:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Short-haul: anything up to 4 hours&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Mid-haul: 4-8 hours&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Long-haul: 9+ hours&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Experiencing long-haul destinations like Mauritius, The Maldives, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Seychelles is undoubtedly unforgettable. And everyone loves a<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/can-you-go-to-morocco-for-a-long-weekend\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">weekend city break<\/a><\/span> to Barcelona, Paris or Dublin with friends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>But there&#8217;s so much more to the middle ground here than meets the eye. Plus, there are mid-haul escapes out there that are perfect for friends, couples, or families. You just need to know where to look!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mid-haul-where-to-go.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mid-haul-where-to-go.jpg\" alt=\"White balcony in Santorini\" class=\"wp-image-29671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mid-haul-where-to-go.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mid-haul-where-to-go-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mid-haul-where-to-go-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Incredible locations like this, aren&#8217;t always on the other side of the world. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/ko\/@pj_visual?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Philip Jahn<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/PYkpulrIMG0?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Are_The_Top_Destinations_For_A_Mid-Haul_Holiday\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Where Are The Top Destinations For A Mid-Haul Holiday?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, now we know the key distinguishing factors between mid-haul hols and the other types of break. But where are the <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/04\/best-budget-friendly-mid-haul-holiday-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top mid-haul destinations<\/a><\/span> and which ones are best for matching your vibe?&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mid-Haul_Holidays_For_Couples\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #1fbfbd;\">Mid-Haul Holidays For Couples<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Cape Verde<\/li>\n<li>Greece<\/li>\n<li>Bulgaria&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mid-haul holidays are perfect for spending some time together as a couple. You<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/01\/annual-leave-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">don&#8217;t get much annual leave<\/a><\/span>, so when you do get a holiday on the books, you need to make the most of it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Cape Verde, Greece and Bulgaria are awesome examples of <strong>3 different types of destination<\/strong> you can visit on a shorter flight. The first country takes you to the tropical edge of Africa. Meanwhile, the others show the very best Europe with inimitable history, hours of sunshine, and beautiful cities to explore.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/greece-restaurant.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/greece-restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in the outdoor seating area of a restaurant in Greece\" class=\"wp-image-29668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/greece-restaurant.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/greece-restaurant-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/greece-restaurant-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You can still grab that city break &#8211; but maybe mix in some sunshine. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/woman-wearing-black-scoop-neck-cap-sleeved-blouse-eating-on-cafeteria-with-white-table-arrangements-984888\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">C\u00e1tia Matos<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mid-Haul_Holidays_For_Families\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #bf1f93;\">Mid-Haul Holidays For Families&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Egypt&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Turkey&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Cyprus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On the other hand, if you&#8217;re thinking of <strong>taking the kids away and you know they can handle the slightly longer flight time<\/strong>, then even more doors open to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Egypt and Turkey are family holiday staples. Their ability to offer high-end resorts in beautiful popular locations like Sharm-el-Sheikh or Marmaris means they will always be a strong option. However, the picturesque shores of Cyprus are also an awesome option for treating the family &#8211; and with a few more 5-star hotel options too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bulgaria-beach.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bulgaria-beach.jpg\" alt=\"Sunny Beach in Bulgaria \" class=\"wp-image-29669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bulgaria-beach.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bulgaria-beach-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/bulgaria-beach-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Take the kids somewhere special without worrying about entertaining them for 10 hours. Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/nextvoyage-5275305\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=3757545\">Andrzej<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=3757545\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_You_Pack_For_a_Mid-Haul_Escape\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">What Should You Pack For a Mid-Haul Escape?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to packing for a mid-haul trip, although you&#8217;re not as far from home, you&#8217;ll still encounter some pretty hot locations. So <strong>it pays to prepare for the heat<\/strong>. Load up on suncream, hats, and swimwear.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, because these destinations often allow you to couple lounging with exciting adventures. You might also want to think about packing some comfortable trainers. This means you can go from snoozing by the pool one day to exploring a local town, city, tour or landmark the next.<\/p>\n<p>But, a shorter flight does also mean you can go a little lighter on the hand luggage. Long-haul flight essentials like lip balm, toothpaste, and blankets become less necessary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Pack With Me For Vacation Like a Pro - Top Packing Tips for a stress free holiday\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9CJCycuELrw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Prepping_Your_Mid-Haul_Adventure_Today\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Start Prepping Your Mid-Haul Adventure Today&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Is there anything better than knowing you have an incredible trip on the calendar? How about knowing you won&#8217;t have to lose a whole day to get there and start sunning it up?<\/p>\n<p>Our collection of Mid-Haul Marvels are live now and they&#8217;re loaded with incredible resorts from the type of destinations outlined above.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click the button below<\/strong> to shop the collection now.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/offers\/closer-to-home-holidays?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Show-Me-More-Button.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29496\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Show-Me-More-Button.png 600w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Show-Me-More-Button-300x70.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to feel like you&#8217;ve had a proper adventure without spending days in the air, then we may have the perfect escape for you. 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