Find summer sun & beach holidays to Crete, Greece

They say: "Year-round sunshine and endless ways to enjoy it. First Choice take more than 2 million people on a package holiday each year, served by UK & overseas staff dedicated to offering a a quality service throughout the holiday experience."

We say: "450 pages of holiday choices to help you get the sun on your back. Features all the major Mediterranean and North African destinations including Egypt and Turkey. Portugal, Bulgaria and the Canary Islands too. Hotels that are especially child friendly (and those that are great for adults) are clearly highlighted."

They say: "We’ve put together a stunning collection of self-catering apartments and villas along with hotels to some of the best sunshine destinations – and they’re all handpicked. Whether it’s a romantic retreat, a family getaway or a holiday for group of friends, there’s something for you."

We say: "Simply Travel has a Simply Special Stamp which is awarded to properties that really stand out from the crowd, be it the location or the furnishings and facilities the holiday home offers. Loads of classic sunshine destinations are included from Croatia and Malta to Italy and Madeira."

Neilson presents its summer 2009 beachclub holiday programme with sports-filled holidays to Greece, Turkey and Egypt. From beginners to well-versed practitioners of water sports, everyone is invited to join in the fun.

• With nearly 30 years’ experience in sailing and ski holidays, you’ve found an activity holiday specialist in Neilson
  
• LOADS of activities from sailing, yachting, waterskiing and wakeboarding to tennis and mountain biking are all INCLUDED in the price
  
• Book by the 31st Dec 08 and get 10% off

Thomson knows that these sun-soaked countries have many fans, so the brochure is packed full of favourite destinations in Greece and Cyprus that you’ll just love for your summer hols.

• Wonderful beaches, with many of them awarded ‘Blue Flag’ status
  
• First class tailormade hols with Thomson Gold for adults only
  
• Look out for Kidzone kids’ clubs to entertain three to 12 year olds

Here’s the first edition of the Thomson Summer Collection for 2009 sunshine holidays. All your favourite destinations feature, from the Balearics and Spain to Greece and Italy.

• Travel Advisors in many resorts are on hand to help
  
• Flexible durations from one to 99 nights
  
• Premier Collection offers affordable luxury hotels
  
• Thomson Gold offers tailormade holidays for couples

They say: "Whether you’re looking for an idyllic romantic getaway, a family vacation or a simple, yet tranquil retreat, our 2009 Greek islands brochure has it all."

We say: "All the classic destinations are here, from Paxos and Corfu to Athens and Skiathos. All accommodation and destinations are handpicked by the team. Look out for ‘Choice’ properties that boast unique locations, high quality furnishings and the best customer feedback."