A consumer expert has given her top advice on how to make your hard-earned cash stretch this holiday season.
“Travelling off-peak will always save you money. Avoid school holidays if you can. Book midweek departures, as opposed to weekends. Unusual lengths of trips, like nine days, can also save you money.” All-inclusive holidays could also work out cheaper than booking everything separately, especially in countries where the cost of food and entertainment are high, Jane says. Likewise, in countries with a lower cost of living, all-inclusive could work out far dearer. “You may also want to support local family-run businesses and restaurants by spending your money outside of a resort.”
You may also get compensation. For flights of 1,500 km or less, you can get €250, for flights over 1,500 km within the EU and other flights between 1,500 and 3,500 km you are entitled to €400. For all other flights, you could get €600 back.