After a few stop starts, summer seems to be on its way finally. You might be longing for a summer break and a chance to get some much-needed rest and vitamin D. But, summer holidays can be extortionately expensive, especially if you’ve got kids or are for some other reason tied to travelling in the more expensive peak travel weeks. For many families, the cost is off-putting. You might instead decide to stick to family days out and picnics in the park. You might even wonder if you’d be better off working through summer and saving for money for a bit of winter sun later on in the year.
But, the cost of travelling shouldn’t have to stop you. A summer break can be a great way to catch up on some rest and relaxation. It’s the perfect chance to take some time for yourself and to enjoy being with your friends and family. Or, even to go away on your own for some real peace. Let’s take a look at some ways that you can save money on this years summer trip.
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Go on a Road Trip
Yes, jetting off to an exotic location is the ultimate summer break. But, that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of chances for a fantastic trip much closer to home. Buy a used car from Ovms, or even hire a vehicle, and head off somewhere in this country. You certainly shouldn’t feel like you have to head to the other side of the world to enjoy yourself.
Spend Less While You’re Away
Often, it’s not the travel or accommodation that sets us back the most, but the spending money. We try to save as much as we can to take with us so that we can enjoy days out, excursions, meals in nice restaurants and all of the ice creams we could ever dream of. But, you don’t have to. If you stay in accommodation with kitchen facilities, you can cook food for yourself. You can spend days lying by the beach enjoying homemade picnics and enjoy long walks around the local scenery. Don’t worry about souvenirs or gifts; just save enough for the essentials.
Shop for Deals
There are plenty of ways to save money on your trip if you are willing to take your time and shop around. Late deals are a great way to get a cheap break if you are willing to wait. Alternatively, booking early can mean that you get exclusive offers and discounts. You can even save money on things like sunscreen and holiday clothes if you compare prices and shop sales.
If you want to fly, it’s worth setting up alerts on comparison sites and waiting until prices drop. If you are flexible with your dates, you might also find that flying at night, or in the middle of the week, is much cheaper than flying on a weekend morning.
Budget
Most of us spend much more than we intend to because we get carried away with extras and little luxuries. Before booking your break, build a detailed budget explaining how much you want to spend on everything from flights to sunglasses. Stick to your budget, and you won’t overspend.
