Deluxe Holiday Homes experts’ latest study identified the most affordable destinations for safe family travel. 10 most searched travel destinations in Europe were taken assessing the data from Google Flights. The study then calculated safety rate, family room numbers on booking.com, average cost of a family room and eat out prices for a family of 4 for each destination. The countries were then ranked according to a composite score, calculated based on safety rates and overall costs (50% each).
Findings summed up
| Country name | Searches | Safety rate | Family rooms count by Booking.com | Average cost of a family room (for a family of 4) | Eat out for a family of 4 | Total costs | Score |
| Romania | 116,400 | 71.2 | 4,969 | $135.96 | 35.00$ | $170.96 | 74.75 |
| Czech Republic | 137,810 | 74.5 | 3,252 | $228.94 | 35.16$ | $264.10 | 68.84 |
| Croatia | 537,040 | 75.9 | 3,809 | $260.18 | 43.60$ | $303.78 | 67.73 |
| Finland | 106,730 | 72.7 | 1,138 | $281.40 | 56.72$ | $338.12 | 64.91 |
| Portugal | 570,200 | 69.4 | 3,985 | $258.90 | 43.60$ | $302.50 | 64.53 |
| Netherlands | 297,540 | 72.1 | 1,143 | $300.70 | 65.44$ | $366.14 | 63.78 |
| Spain | 491,600 | 66.1 | 9,615 | $239.72 | 52.36$ | $292.08 | 63.32 |
| Germany | 206,590 | 63.6 | 9,440 | $251.06 | 52.36$ | $303.42 | 61.60 |
| Malta | 176,200 | 59.2 | 247 | $291.90 | 65.44$ | $357.34 | 57.58 |
| Belgium | 138,940 | 54.6 | 1,394 | $280.70 | 78.52$ | $359.22 | 55.22 |
Romania leads the list of the most affordable destinations for safe family travel with a composite score of 74.7. This destination is attractive for families thanks to the cheap experience it offers with the lowest costs for family rooms at $135 and dining out at $35.
The Czech Republic, with its 68.8 score, is the 2nd most affordable destination for safe family vacation. The safety rate here is higher than in Romania, while the accommodation and eating out costs are slightly elevated, ranking it 2nd.
The 3rd most affordable destination for safe family vacation is Croatia with a score of 67.7. Croatia draws families with the highest safety rate among the countries on the list, combined with affordable costs for accommodation and eating out.
Finland is the 4th most affordable destination for safe family travel, with a composite score of 64.9. Finland provides high safety across the country and is a great choice for families enjoying Nordic experience.
The most searched country on the list, Portugal, stands 5th in the ranking. Portugal offers more affordable options for staying and eating out than Finland and Croatia, regardless of the safety rate being slightly lower.
Netherlands ranks 6th on the list, with a composite score of 63.7. The Netherlands is appealing to families for the safety it provides, and is the 3rd most searched country for vacation, even with the highest family room rates on the list at $300 .
Spain takes the 7th spot on the list of the most affordable destinations for safe family vacation with a 63.3 score. Spain offers a great number of family accommodations at 9.6K (the highest on the list) combined with accessible prices.
Germany, scoring 61.6, is the 8th most affordable destination for safe family vacation. Its appeal is based on the blend of safety, high availability of family accommodations, with lesser costs of accommodation and eating out.
Coming 9th on the list of the most affordable destinations for safe family vacation, Malta has a composite score of 57.5. Even with the least family accommodation options on the list, Malta still attracts families with rich history and Mediterranean charm.
Belgium rounds off the list of the most affordable destinations for safe family travel. It’s still an affordable and safe destination worldwide, even with the lowest safety rate and the highest eating out prices on this ranking.
Commenting on research, a spokesperson from Deluxe Holiday Homes says: “With the rise in crime and conflict globally, safety is now a top priority for families planning their travels, right alongside budget plans. We’re noticing more families asking about the safety of their accommodation choices, even in countries traditionally viewed as safe. This shift is leading to a higher demand for destinations known for their stability and low crime rates.”