Travel challenge

Winter sun in Barbados after Christmas

Each week we invite three companies to offer their best deal for a specific break. This week: winter sun in Barbados after Christmas. Prices are per person, based on two sharing. Each includes a week's accommodation and Virgin Atlantic flights from Gatwick on 25 January.

Caribtours - £2,399

Includes flights, airport lounge access, transfers and an all-inclusive stay at Crystal Cove. "This wonderfully warm and vibrant resort oozes Caribbean charm and offers you excellent value for money," says Katherine Hobbs (020 7751 0660; caribtours.co.uk).

Virgin Holidays - £1,048

Includes flights, transfers and room-only accommodation at the Silver Point Hotel. "Set on Silver Rock Beach, the hotel is a great choice for watersports enthusiasts due to the trade winds from the Atlantic east coast," says Hazel Fordham (0844 557 3859; virginholidays.co.uk).

Kuoni - £1,164

Includes flights, transfers and room-only accommodation at the Amaryllis Beach Resort. "This winter-sun escape lets you relax on an enviable stretch of sandy beach, with the capital Bridgetown only five minutes away," says Nicky Betts (01306 747008; kuoni.co.uk).