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1. Crete, Greece
Average September temperature: 27°C
Crete is a fantastic choice for couples, families and groups looking for guaranteed sunshine. The island enjoys long, warm days well into autumn, with sea temperatures perfect for swimming.
Spend your days exploring picturesque villages, relaxing on beautiful beaches, or discovering ancient sites such as the Palace of Knossos - believed to be Europe's oldest city and the legendary home of the Minotaur's labyrinth in Greek mythology.
Did you know? Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and was once the centre of the Minoan civilisation, Europe's first advanced society, dating back over 4,000 years.
2. Antalya, Turkey
Average September temperature: 31°C
If you're searching for serious sunshine, Turkey's Mediterranean coast delivers. Antalya combines luxurious beachfront resorts with crystal clear waters and excellent value, making it one of TUI's most popular September destinations.
Did you know? Antalya's old town, Kaleiçi, is enclosed by ancient city walls first built by the Romans, and the region's coastline is officially known as the "Turquoise Coast" for its vivid blue-green waters.
3. Algarve, Portugal
Average September temperature: 27°C
The Algarve remains beautifully warm throughout September, making it ideal for anyone looking to escape the UK's cooler evenings.
Did you know? The Algarve's dramatic golden cliffs and sea caves near Lagos, including the famous Benagil Cave, were carved by the Atlantic over millions of years and are considered among the most beautiful coastal rock formations in Europe.
4. Majorca, Spain
Average September temperature: 28°C
Majorca offers the perfect blend of beautiful beaches, lively resorts and peaceful countryside, with warm weather and fewer crowds than peak summer.
Did you know? Majorca is the largest island in Spain's Balearic archipelago, and its Tramuntana mountain range is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to centuries-old terraced farmland still in use today.
5. Cyprus
Average September temperature: 30°C
Cyprus boasts some of the warmest weather in Europe during September, making it ideal for beach lovers and couples.
Did you know? According to Greek mythology, Cyprus is the birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, said to have emerged from the sea foam near Paphos - a rock formation you can still visit today.
6. Rhodes, Greece
Average September temperature: 29°C
Rhodes combines sunshine, history and beautiful beaches, making it one of the best Greek islands for a September getaway.
Did you know? Rhodes was once home to the Colossus of Rhodes, a giant bronze statue and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, said to have stood near the harbour entrance over 2,000 years ago.
7. Dubrovnik, Croatia
Average September temperature: 26°C
Croatia is perfect for combining city sightseeing with beach relaxation, and September offers warm weather with fewer visitors.
Did you know? Dubrovnik's Old Town is entirely encircled by medieval stone walls nearly 2km long, and its atmospheric streets and forts have doubled as King's Landing in HBO's Game of Thrones.
Ready to Find Your September Sunshine?
Whether you're dreaming of Greece, Turkey, Spain, Portugal, Cyprus or Croatia, TUI has an incredible range of short-haul holidays that let you enjoy summer for a little longer.
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