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Affordable Family Holidays: How to Do More with Less
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Look for Deals on Accommodation
One of the biggest expenses for any holiday is lodging. Seek out deals on family-friendly hotels, apartments, cottages, or campgrounds to lower this cost. Join mailing lists for price alerts at your desired destinations. Check sites like Airbnb for budget home rentals. Consider alternatives like hostels with family rooms or camping.
Travel During Off-Peak Times
Avoid travelling during the summer school holidays or peak tourist season when demand drives up prices. Travelling in shoulder seasons (just before or after peak times, such as during May half-term) can mean significant savings on airfare and lodging. For example, visit a beach destination in May or October instead of July-August. Disney parks also offer discounts on tickets in slower months.
Research Transportation Deals
Getting around your destination can really add up. Look for passes or multi-day deals for public transportation, trains, ferries, or other local transport. When pricing flights, look at nearby airports as flying from or into a smaller regional airport is sometimes cheaper.
Renting a house or apartment with a kitchen can allow you to prepare most meals and limit trips to restaurants. Many destinations offer free public transport passes for kids under a certain age.
Focus on Free Activities
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Travel Light
Check your airline’s baggage allowances before overpacking. Excess weight fees or checked bag fees can really add up for families. Try packing all your belongings into carry-on bags to avoid these charges. Bring necessities but leave valuables behind. Rent items like pushchairs, cribs, beach items, etc. at your destination instead of transporting yours.
Enlist Friends and Family
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With flexibility, creativity, and strategic planning, family holidays don’t have to break the bank. Focus on free fun, travelling light, and taking advantage of deals. Most importantly, enjoy your time exploring new places together and strengthening family bonds through shared experiences.Copyrights © 2024 Inspiration Unlimited eMagazine
Any facts, figures or references stated here are made by the author & don't reflect the endorsement of iU at all times unless otherwise drafted by official staff at iU. This article was first published here on 25th April 2024.
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