By a guest writer:
In reality, finding a holiday that’s cheaper than chips is like searching for a fortune long after the gold rush has fizzled out. But there are plenty of ways to grab a great holiday bargain – it’s just a matter of finding the one that works for you and your budget.
Many people associate low cost holidays with late deals, and this is certainly one great way of saving money. If you’re happy to jet off with just a few weeks’ notice, sometimes less, then a late deal could be for you. The best bet is to keep your options open. Availability is always limited when you book a last-minute getaway so try not to be too focused on a particular resort or hotel. Instead, stay open to new destinations and consider places that you’ve never tried before. This way, you can go where the deals are – and save a bucketload in the process.
Another useful money-saving trick is to think about what you’re most likely to do when you get there, and book your hotel board basis accordingly. Let’s say you’re heading to Tenerife and you’re happy to do nothing more than laze by the pool or sit on the beach; give or take the odd boat trip or half day’s excursion. If this is you, then a full-board or all-inclusive board basis will suit you down to the ground. This way you’ll get all of your meals included and, where all-inclusive is concerned, you’ll get drinks and snacks too.
If however you love exploring local markets and mingling with the locals, taking picnics for day-long self-driven excursions and eating out in local restaurants, then go for a bed and breakfast option. Or try a self-catering apartment. That way you can buy fresh local ingredients from the markets and cook up a tasty storm in the kitchen at night. Perfect!
Please note: Most of the post on Traveling Rabbi are to do with kosher travel. Sometimes however we like to share general travel information if we think it could be useful to our readers.
With regards to the article above, as a kosher traveller you could get a self catering apartment which makes it easy to prepare kosher food.
