How to save on your next summer getaway
MANY of us spend our year shivering in anticipation about our summer holiday.
Between lounging by the pool, swimming in the ocean and exploring beautiful places, summer holidays are a little slice of heaven.
However, it can be a little stressful to organise.
Booking flights, finding accommodation and renting a car are all enough to give even the most organised among us a headache.
Doing that on a budget is even harder.
If you’re looking to get some summer travel deals (and save yourself some stress), check out our top tips for getting away for less.
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Book your holidays early
As the saying goes: the early bird gets the savings.
This may seem obvious, but one of the easiest ways to save on your summer holidays.
As the summer draws nearer, the prices for all your holiday essentials will begin to rise as more and more people book their holidays.
The earlier you book your flights and hotels, the better the deal you will get.
Many airlines and travel agents also offer early-bird travel deals for summer holiday goers, which can get you an even better deal on your getaway.
Another way you’ll save is by booking smaller essentials early on.
Prices on luggage, airport parking and transfers are all cheaper the sooner you book them.
Research budget-friendly holiday destinations
There are lots of classic locations that UK holiday goers flock to every summer, and the temptation to join them is always high.
However, a bit of research is all that is standing between you and some great savings.
Popular holiday destinations for British travellers, like Mallorca and Ibiza, can end up being more expensive during the summer season as locals take advantage of the tourist season.
Researching more inexpensive holiday destinations can be a great way to save on your daily holiday spending.
Budget-friendly summer holiday destinations
Check out some great budget-friendly location options for your next summer holiday.
Marmaris, Turkey
If you want nothing more than save money while getting sunshine and sea, then Marmaris is the location for you. Located along the Turkey coastline, you can find beautiful blue waters, cheap food and drink, and lots of sunshine.
Puglia, Italy
If an Italian getaway is on your summer bucket list, but your budget is getting in the way, then look no further than Puglia. Known as the heal of the boot, Puglia is located in the South of Italy. Puglia has wonderful beaches for those looking to relax, as well as historical hotspots such as the Bari Cathedral for the sightseers.
Book short city-breaks
While a lot of holidaymakers are looking to relax and rejuvenate by the pool, many are looking to explore the history and sights of their holiday destination.
For those looking to sightsee, it may be cheaper and easier to book multiple short city trips.
By booking shorter stays in several cities, you will get to visit and explore more locations.
You could also save on travel, with many major cities in Europe connected by cheaper transportation like trains.
If you’d rather space your city breaks out throughout the summer, you can also save on travel.
Flights to many major European cities can work out cheaper than flying to major beach locations.
Book at the end of the summer season
As with most things, the higher the demand, the higher the price.
Being flexible for when you take your summer holiday can lead to huge savings.
If you want to get the best deals on flights and hotels, we recommend that you take a look at going away later in the summer season.
A lot of Brits tend to get away in the early summer months, leading to price peaks in June and July.
As it is less popular, prices become less expensive in August and the early weeks of September.
Some airlines and hotels will offer discounts to encourage holidaymakers to get away in the less popular months.
So, if you want to save on your sunshine, booking your trip for the end of August is the way to go.
Keep an eye on last-minute travel deals
As we mentioned above, you can get some great deals later in the summer season if you are flexible when you go away.
For those who are even more flexible, booking last-minute can save you money.
If you were unable to book your holiday earlier in the year, keep an eye for last-minute summer travel deals or even flash sales.
Book a staycation in the UK
Let’s be honest, when we think of a summer holiday, our first thought is always jet-setting to some foreign location.
However, you don’t have to go overseas to get some major relaxation and rejuvenation this summer.
The UK has some amazing holiday destinations to suit everyone’s tastes, whether you prefer sightseeing or chilling out.
You can find almost any holiday type across the UK; you could retire to the tranquil English countryside, head up north for a fun city getaway or visit some of the beautiful British coastline.
Some of the top locations for UK summer staycations include Brighton, Bournemouth, and the Lake district.
Make sure to fly midweek
While flight prices may peak during the summer season, you can save by being careful of what day you fly.
As most people will be able to fly on the weekends, flight prices will tend to be higher on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
In contrast, prices for flights tend to be lower during the week, usually hitting their lowest on Tuesday.
So, if you can book a mid-week flight, this will help you keep your holiday costs lower.
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Go self-catering
One of the biggest factors that we have to budget for before going away is food and drink.
While eating out is one of the best aspects of a summer holiday, booking a self-catering holiday can be a great way to save on meals like breakfast and lunch.
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