“Going on holiday is one of life's luxuries, and while it's something that many people do every year, it's a treat that everyone wants to save a bit of money on. This task should be very simple, but for many people, the reality is very different, and for every destination you look at, there is a holiday company that claims to have the cheapest holidays possible. However, there can be hidden costs to these holidays, and the price you pay could be considerably more than the price you see advertised. So if you want to avoid paying too much for your holiday, here are some tips that will help you make the right choice.
First of all, consider your intended destination, where is it, how long will it take for you to travel there? Once you've thought about that, consider when the peak season holiday season for this destination will be, for example, traditional holiday destinations like Spain and the USA will get much busier during the June-September season, as this is when most people will take their holiday. So think about when you want to go on holiday, if you want to go away during the peak times this is up to you, but remember that the price of your transportation, accommodation and food will be much more because the demand for them will be higher. Travelling during the off-peak season will mean that you will pay less than you would have if you had travelled during the busier times of the year.
Once you know where and when you want to go, there is another hurdle you must face, and that is when exactly you should book your holiday. This task sounds very simple, but the reality is that when you book you holiday will have an effect on the price that you pay for you holiday. Booking at the last minute could guarantee you a good deal, but it could also mean that you could end up with a very limited choice of holidays. Booking in advance could save you some money, but be aware that flying at certain times, such as before 9am on weekdays and after 5pm on weekdays will cost more, as this is considered a peak time for flights.
For every destination, there is a low-cost way to get there, so if you're looking for an affordable holiday to Paris or cheap flights to Dubai you will find that these tips will help you save money on your holiday, which leaves you with more money to spend on anything you want whilst you're abroad. “
Martin Wynn
