Thursday, October 28, 2010

Cheap Holidays - Ways to Save Yourself Money

It's true - holidays aren't cheap. After the collapse of the global economy everyone's finding it difficult to find the time and money for an affordable holiday. With our tips, however, you should be able to save time and money. First of all, be sure to choose the best dates for your holiday. Try to keep away from school breaks and peak periods throughout the summer at popular tourist areas. Going on holiday outside of peak times can save a lot of money and hassle.
Would you pay a couple of hundred dollars for a microwave meal and a movie? No? Then why should you pay that amount extra for exactly that with a premium airline? Economy and budget airlines have grown fast to become major players in the airline industry. You can save massive amounts of money by flying with budget airlines while still enjoying practically the same service as you would with a premium airline. After all, a plane's a plane!
Scraper websites can be used to get even more big discounts off of flights. Don't just pay what the airline says! Use one of the many popular flight scraper sites to compare the prices of lots of different airlines and find out which offers the best price for exactly the same service. There are big bargains to be had, so don't just take the first price you're given. Read up on the airline's reviews and history, too, so you know exactly what kind of service to expect.
The savings don't stop with the flights. Once you've chosen your accommodation, use another scraper - this time, a hotel scraper to find the best possible prices and deals for the hotel in which you want to stay. You can compare the prices from many different brokers and agents and find the best possible deal for the period of your holiday. Why should you pay more than you have to? There are massive savings to be had, so have them!
Now you've got your flight and your accommodation sorted. But the money saving doesn't end there! Pick up the phone and give the operators a call and be prepared to haggle for an even better price. You'd be amazed at some of the discounts that are available if you only ask. After all, what have you got to lose? It'll only cost you a phone call and the worst they can do is say no. At best, you could save even more valuable money.
Author : Mark Thomas Walters Platinum Quality Author

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