Santa Cruz Holidays from £583

Choose Expedia to plan your next adventure with ease, all in one place. Our top tip for getting a terrific deal on a Santa Cruz getaway? Bundle your airfares, hotel and/or car hire into a package holiday. Then throw in a couple of awesome tours and activities. Many bookings also have flexible cancellation policies, so there's no need to worry if you have to switch up your travel itinerary. Round-the-clock help with changing and cancelling your trip is on-hand via our Customer Service Portal link.

If you love the buzz of peak season, travel to Santa Cruz in August, September and October. Travelling during the quieter months of May, November and December will help you avoid the crowds. Organise your escape to Santa Cruz based on what kind of adventure you're looking for. January is the coolest time of year, when average daytime temperatures are 16ºC. In August, the warmest month, you'll experience averages of 22ºC during the day.

Offering plenty of amenities and a cosy place to relax between adventures, The Cliff Bay will make the ideal base for your Santa Cruz trip.

Browse and lock in everything in the one place with our Santa Cruz holidays. We have deals on flights, hotels and more that'll keep your pocket happy and adventurous side satisfied. And, with more than 400 airlines and 321,000 properties around the globe to select from, you'll have the flexibility to mix and match however you please. Learn more about how you can save money on your next holiday when you bundle your flight and hotel bookings with Expedia.

There are so many things to keep you busy while enjoying your holiday in Santa Cruz. Madeira Botanical Garden, Monte Palace Gardens, Madeira Stadium and Palheiro Gardens are some of this city's top attractions.

Look up the latest rules on official government websites. Your nationality and whether you're visiting for business, leisure or study will determine if you require a visa for Santa Cruz. Get familiar with the application process, including any required documentation, fees and turnaround times. Finalise your application well in advance to allow sufficient processing time. Some visas may take many weeks or even months to obtain, depending on the country and time of year.

Do some research into the sorts of clothing people in Santa Cruz wear, and maybe even check out style blogs for some fashion inspiration. Try to create a versatile travel wardrobe with pieces that suit your destination and show off your unique style.

Much of that is up to you. Simply choose from a variety of Santa Cruz packages, such as a flight, hire car and hotel. You can also book a flight with a hotel, or a flight and a car hire. Once you've made your booking, add on the fun stuff like tours and activities. Whatever your dream Santa Cruz break looks like, get ready to save! Apartments and private holiday homes are a couple of the most highly sought-after property types in Santa Cruz. No matter your holiday style or group size, you can count on Expedia for the flexibility to personalise your next dream escape.

Expedia has joined forces with online lender Klarna to make booking your next trip easier on your bank balance. Paying in instalments means you can spread the costs of your next big adventure, leaving you with more money to spend while you're away. Klarna has several payment plans to choose from, so you're sure to find something that falls within your budget. Take a look at these flexible payment options:

• Pay monthly holidays: If paying small amounts each month is something that would work for you, Klarna can help. Paying in easy monthly instalments will make your getaway dreams come true.
• No-deposit holidays: Hitting the "book now" button is easier with this payment plan. With no deposit required for your holiday, you can Book Now, Pay Later and start packing your suitcase.

Yes, and with more than 400 airlines to pick from globally, you've got lots of choice. Have a look through the available options and find out which airline best fits your budget and needs.