Summary
Some travelers are using creative ways to save money on vacations as the cost of all-inclusive holiday packages has gone up. Strategies include booking last-minute holidays, traveling off-peak, taking advantage of "kids go free" deals, and using home-swapping services.
Key Facts
- Laura Strang from Scotland saves money by booking holidays last-minute, including a two-day advance booking for her honeymoon to Mexico.
- Laura found that all-inclusive holidays in Mexico were cheaper than some European destinations, despite being farther away.
- Nathan Hart and Cassie Farrelly from Wales saved £3,300 by booking an off-peak holiday that included a free child's place.
- They found it was much cheaper to travel outside of school holidays.
- May Burrough used a home-swapping site to exchange her London flat for a villa in Spain, only paying for cleaning and transport costs.
- The home-swapping platform allows users to earn credits by hosting others, which they can use for future stays.
- Parents risk fines if they take children out of school for holidays during term time.
