Cash-strapped Brits can now travel for less

3 months ago 26th Jun 16:38

I know it can be a real pain to get the holiday of your dreams when realistically you're money only stretches to a weekend huddled in a tent in the middle of nowhere thanks to the depressing state of our economy at the moment.

Well fear not, there is hope on the horizon thanks to Wanderlust's ultimate travellers’ cheat sheet which is full of clever tips to help your money go further, from the planning stage, through to flights, accommodation and ‘on the ground’.

And it's about time we had some money friendly news as a recent study by Mintel has found that the big summer holiday is the latest casualty of the credit crunch, with 1 in 5 people cutting back on their annual break or even delaying holiday plans due to worries over the economic downturn but there are still plenty of ways to get more for your moolah.

So follow our ten commandments for cheaper travel and pack your bags ready for the holiday you deserve!

1 - Thou shalt time your trip well

Go off-peak, or in the ‘shoulder season’ just before the masses arrive. For example, African safaris in the rainy season cost up to 40% less, and offer the chance to see more new-born animals; the Galapagos Islands in May are 20-30% cheaper than Dec / Jan or high summer – and offer warmer, calmer conditions

2 - Thou shalt not book the first trip you see

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