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When it comes to booking a holiday, it’s important to get the most for your money. Although some people choose to leave their holiday bookings to the last minute in an attempt to get a cut-price deal, it’s often more cost-effective to book your next getaway in advance. Here are four ways to make savings on your 2017 holiday by booking ahead of time.
There are hundreds of price comparison websites on the market, and using one is a great way to find out how much your dream holiday will cost. Simply typing in your destination or hotel will result in you seeing the best price from a range of travel providers, but remember that you should only use a price comparison website as a guide. Many extras – such as flights, allocated seats or air conditioning – may be removed from a package holiday in order to compete and give you the cheapest price, so use your initiative and research into what you’re getting for your money.
Opt for a package holiday
When it comes to booking your holiday, you generally have two options – book a package deal, or do it yourself and arrange your own accommodation, food and transfers. Although you may think that a DIY holiday would save you money, package holidays are often cheaper than booking everything yourself. A package deal also means that you are protected by the Air Travel Organiser’s Licence (ATOL) if you’re jetting away, so if your holiday firm, travel operator or airline goes into administration, you will be covered. Such protection is not available for those who book everything individually.
Find cheap travel insurance
Just like finding a holiday, it pays to shop around to get the best deal on your travel insurance. Avoid buying direct from your travel agent or website, and look online for the best deal. Many insurance packages can be used for up to a year across holidays and river cruises in Europe, so book your insurance in advance to make the most out of it if you’re planning on multiple getaways.
Cookies and private browsing
Many leading websites store your browsing history and use this information to find out whether or not you’re interested in booking a holiday. If you don’t make a purchase when you visit their website the first time, the price could be adjusted the next time you visit. This tactic is used across a range of online stores, but you can easily avoid it by shopping for your holiday in private browsing mode.
The key to a good holiday is planning, so booking in advance makes sense. By taking time out to find the best deals and the best travel insurance, you will be able to save money and have something to look forward to as we head into the New Year.
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