6 golden rules for an affordable holiday

As most of us look for new ways to save money, solutions arise. In the travel space, options ranging from ridesharing to room rentals have emerged to help us economize. We all have the right to take a vacation, no matter what our circumstances. With this idea in mind, it is time to compile some tips for an affordable holiday, from early booking to flight ticket campaigns.

Follow flight ticket campaigns

You can find affordable fares by following flight campaigns. Taking place at certain times during the year, most campaigns are presented further in advance of the flight date, rather than immediately before. In other words, as the flight date gets closer, it can be more difficult to find a great fare

Accumulate Miles

First, we certainly hope that you are a Miles&Smiles member! As a Miles&Smiles member, you can accumulate Miles on every flight. When you’ve accumulated enough Miles, you can “buy” an award ticket.

Check out early booking opportunities

Planning your holiday as far in advance as possible is also helpful in ensuring an affordable holiday. For example, if circumstances allow you to plan this winter for your summer vacation, you can enjoy early booking opportunities and reserve rooms at many domestic and international hotels at a much lower rate than the season prices.

Consider accommodation alternatives

The era of the hotel as the only accommodation option has come to an end. Today, with the help of various apps, a variety of accommodation alternatives are available. These include home and room rentals, apartment hotels and hostels. Such options also offer kitchens – thus allowing more flexibility and savings on meal costs. If you prefer a hotel, the all-inclusive hotel concept can also provide price advantages: You can meet all your needs without leaving the hotel, and you won’t pay any extra fees.

Make your own meals

As noted above, accommodations such as apartments, house rentals or hostels let you save money by making your own meals. Whether at home or abroad, you can experience local products by shopping in the markets and grocery stores at your destination. If you’re visiting a city that is known for its high prices, take a trip to the supermarket.

Of course, we also want to experience good restaurants in line with our budget wherever we go. But dining out is even better when we’re staying within our food budget. Mix it up – go out for some meals and make others at home.

Check out holiday packages

Another useful option for an affordable holiday is to take advantage of holiday packages. Holiday packages offer you the most suitable holiday alternatives for your preferred destination and travel dates.

More than popular routes

It is common knowledge that popularity usually goes hand-in-hand with higher prices, especially when it comes to travel destinations.  But less popular routes are just as interesting! Check out alternative destinations when you’re looking for a more affordable holiday.