Mauritius in Top 3 holiday spots where the Pound Sterling will go furthest

Mauritius has emerged as the third best-value long-haul winter sun destinations in terms of costs, according to the UK Post Office Travel Money’s ‘Holiday Money Index 2021’.

The report measures exchange rate movements and foreign currency sales. 

It said traveller should expect to get an extra £111 on a £500 transaction.

Topping the list is Turkey, where Britons can get £210 extra on a £500 transaction.  Jamaica is in second place where Britons will gain €127 for £500. Kenya is fourth with a £99 gain. 

In terms of cheapest long-haul winter sun trip, Jamaica hits the top spot, ​​specifically the Montego Bay area, where £52.82 will buy a three-course meal for two and a range of drinks. 

Meanwhile, in Mauritius, which comes in second, travellers can purchase a three course meal with wine, beer, coffee and water for just £55.19.

Thailand takes third place where Britons will pay £61.45 for an assortment of food and drink on the Thai island of Phuket. 

Original article at Metro.co.uk