The stars who’ve blagged more than £100,000 worth of free trips this summer – while the rest of us fork out for flights

The stars who’ve blagged more than £100,000 worth of luxury holidays this summer – while the rest of us fork out for flights If you’re still paying off your summer getaway, spare a thought for these celebrities. From Stacey Solomon and Chloe Ferry to Kelly Brook and Tasha Ghouri, Britain’s biggest reality stars have been soaking up the sun on lavish brand-sponsored breaks worth well into six figures. Reality stars have been swapping airport queues for all-expenses-paid luxury escapes as brands continue to splash out on influencer holidays Credit: Instagram While many Brits searched for bargain breaks, some of the country’s biggest reality stars were whisked away on luxury getaways worth thousands of pounds Credit: Instagram While millions of Brits hunt for bargain flights and cheap package deals, influencers with huge social media followings are being whisked away to luxury resorts in exchange for little more than a handful of Instagram posts and TikTok videos. From five-star resorts in Turkey and Jamaica to glamorous villas in Provence and champagne-fuelled beach clubs in Ibiza, reality stars, influencers and TV favourites have been documenting their sun-soaked escapes for millions of followers. Sign up for the Fabulous newsletter Thank you! The trips featured could be worth at least £58,000 – and could comfortably top £120,000 before taking into account appearance fees or the value of additional perks. But as these influencers filled Instagram with perfectly posed holiday snaps, experts believe public attitudes towards celebrity freebies are beginning to shift. Read More Celebrity Holidays Speaking previously to the Sun, travel PR expert Jenny Holden explained: “Travel brands know celebrity freebies are somewhat of a double-edged sword. The reach is huge, but so is the risk of looking out of touch for those who can’t afford it. The savvier operators now balance content with real-world value, clear prices and practical tips.” Jenny said many celebrities are also paid on top of receiving luxury accommodation and experiences. “While it’s difficult to say exactly how much due to differing budgets, Z-listers can demand around £5,000 for a single Instagram post per holiday, while a higher-tier celebrity could make anything from £20,000 to £200,000 for a hosted trip,” she says. So while most of us are worrying about excess baggage charges, here’s how Britain’s biggest stars have been enjoying luxury holidays on someone else’s tab. Most read in Showbiz Chloe Ferry Chloe enjoyed a lavish Ibiza getaway with Shein, where influencers were treated to VIP hospitality at O Beach Credit: Instagram Former Geordie Shore star Chloe Ferry, 30, may already own designer handbags, sports cars and a luxury Newcastle home, but that didn’t stop her saying yes to a glamorous Ibiza getaway. Boasting almost 4 million Instagram followers, Chloe joined Liberty Poole, Catherine Agbaje, Belle Hassan, Jessy Potts and other influencers for Shein‘s lavish O Beach takeover. Guests enjoyed VIP hospitality at Wayne Lineker‘s famous beach club, complete with cocktails, DJs, food and exclusive entertainment. An overnight trip including flights, accommodation, transfers, VIP entry and food and drink could easily top £800 per guest. Not a bad return for a few Instagram Stories. Stacey Solomon TV favourite Stacey teamed up with luxury Turkish resort Regnum The Crown for a campaign that included a family holiday giveaway Credit: Instagram Loose Women favourite Stacey Solomon, 36, already treats her family to incredible holidays – but this summer she teamed up with luxury Turkish resort Regnum The Crown for a major campaign. The TV star, who has more than 6 million Instagram followers, even fronted a giveaway offering one lucky family the chance to holiday alongside her. For a family the size of Stacey and Joe Swash‘s, a seven-night peak summer stay at the five-star Antalya resort could cost anywhere between £25,000 and £38,000, including flights. How’s that for checking into paradise? Tasha Ghouri Tasha swapped the Strictly ballroom for Provence as she joined Space NK and L’Occitane on a luxury beauty retreat Credit: Instagram Strictly star and former Love Island favourite Tasha Ghouri swapped sequins for sunshine after joining Space NK and L’Occitane on an exclusive influencer retreat to Provence. With almost 2 million Instagram followers, Tasha spent her days relaxing in an idyllic luxury villa surrounded by olive groves, lavender fields and private pools while creating content for the beauty brands. A week-long stay for a similar group could cost anywhere between £9,300 and £35,000. Lucinda Strafford Lucinda documented her glamorous Oh Polly trip to Ibiza with a feed full of designer outfits and golden-hour snaps Love Island beauty Lucinda Strafford headed to Ibiza this summer courtesy of fashion giant Oh Polly. The influencer, who has more than 1.8 million Instagram followers, filled her feed with glamorous balcony shoots, designer-inspired outfits and golden-hour cocktails overlooking the White Isle. With dresses worth up to £180 and luxury days out in Ibiza costing around £325 to £480, the value of the trip quickly begins to add up. She is truly living the influencer dream. Natalya Wright Natalya and her sister partnered with Skyscanner this summer as she showcased luxury package holidays in Mallorca Credit: Instagram Natalya Wright has quickly risen to become one of the family’s biggest influencer success stories. The younger sister of Jess and Mark Wright now boasts more than 360,000 Instagram followers, making her a valuable partner for travel brands. This summer she teamed up with Skyscanner to showcase Mallorca’s best package holidays alongside sister Jess. For a group holiday similar to the one they enjoyed, costs could comfortably range between £15,000 and £27,000. Certainly beats endlessly refreshing comparison websites. Kelly Brook Kelly soaked up the Jamaican sunshine while promoting Sandals Resorts’ luxury Dunn’s River hotel Credit: Instagram Kelly Brook knows luxury when she sees it. The TV presenter and model, who has almost 1.5 million Instagram followers, jetted to Jamaica after partnering with Sandals Resorts to promote the newly opened Dunn’s River resort. The spectacular accommodation included ultra-luxury SkyPool Suites and private villas overlooking the Caribbean. A seven-night stay in the resort’s top accommodation could cost anywhere between £7,800 and £19,200 for two people. Now that’s a room with a view. Gemma Collins Gemma Collins teamed up with Wizz Air this summer, saving on flights as she jetted off on yet another holiday Credit: Instagram Gemma Collins‘ latest travel partnership may not have included a five-star resort, but it may still have saved The GC thousands. The former TOWIE favourite has teamed up with Wizz Air this summer, promoting the budget airline while jetting off on yet another holiday. Fans were quick to spot the irony, with one commenting: “You always seem to be on holiday!” While the exact value of Gemma’s partnership isn’t known, free flights, upgrades and promotional perks can quickly add up for celebrity ambassadors. Whether it’s champagne by infinity pools, private villas overlooking the Mediterranean or luxury family resorts in Turkey, there’s no doubt celebrity holidays have become a booming business for brands. For travel companies, one Instagram Reel from a household name can reach millions of potential customers in a matter of hours. For the celebrities themselves, it’s the ultimate win-win – sunshine, luxury accommodation and a healthy pay cheque. For everyone else? Well… there’s always the easyJet sale. Comment now