Affordable Family Holidays

Going away with the kids is a special time of year, wherever you choose to visit. Whether you opt for the bustling beaches of Costa Dorada, action-packed days in Florida or the peace and tranquility of Medenine Governorate holidays, everyone's got their favourite. And thanks to today's thriving holiday market there's always a special offer or a cheeky discount to help make going away that bit easier.

Cheap family holidays come in various forms. As a package break, one of the most obvious is a late deal. There are huge savings to be had if you play the game, and it works best if you keep your options open. Availability is limited so rather than getting fixated on a specific destination or hotel, try to vary your choices as much as possible. And this goes for your departure dates too. This might be difficult when you've got work and other commitments to consider but the more flexible you can be, the more chance you have of bagging a truly great bargain.



Another way to save money is by booking in advance. If you can book as much as a year or more ahead of your departure date, you'll most likely qualify for tour operators' early bird discounts. By booking so far in advance you'll often get the chance to pay off your holiday in instalments, plus you'll have that bit longer to save your spending money - giving you more to play with once you get there!

To save money in resort, try to book the hotel board basis that corresponds with your plans. For instance if you're planning to be out in the day but back in time for dinner, a half-board option would be ideal as this typically includes breakfast and dinner. If you're going to be in or near the hotel for most of the time, consider full-board or all inclusive - you'll get all of your meals included which takes away the hassle and the expense of eating out every night.