Holidaymakers heading on a city break this year are being told of seven ways to save money on their trip.
Travel experts at FlightsFinder.com are encouraging jet setting Britons to be aware of new tourist tax rules coming into force in 2024 when looking for a budget friendly trip.
Search terms for city breaks have seen a spike this January with more and more people looking for a quick getaway.
Despite being a short trip, the costs of a city break can add up quickly from flights and accommodation to food and sightseeing.
The travel experts are advising people to make use of free tours and stay in the city to avoid added travel costs.
Shahab Siddiqui, founder of FlightsFinder.com said: “January can be a dreary month and a lot of people are looking for a quick getaway meaning city breaks are very popular.
“These short trips can become expensive very quickly which is why it’s important to be flexible with your flight times.
“Comparing different flight times and departure destinations can sometimes knock as much as £100 off of your total costs.
“While abroad it’s also important to try and make use of free tours and travel passes to minimise your expenses when away.
“There are plenty of ways you can be savvy with your money while still enjoying a beautiful break away.”
Money save hacks for your city break:
- Be aware of tourist tax
More and more cities are imposing restrictions when it comes to tourist tax with Venice and Valencia both introducing fees as of this year. Make sure you know how much you’re expected to pay before booking.
- Be flexible with your flight times
Using a flights comparison website is a great way to play around with the dates and times of your flights. Being flexible with when you plan to travel is an easy way to lower costs.
- Consider your accommodation options
Picking accommodation in the city may seem more expensive but it means you’ll be able to get everywhere on foot rather than paying for trams and taxis. Do your research and see what works best for you. If most of your schedule means you’ll be in the city, staying further afield may result in more travel costs.
- Make use of free tours
A lot of cities offer free tours that allow you to pay a tip rather than a flat fee which is usually more expensive. Although the tour is free, be sure to give your tour guide a suitable tip depending on your experience.
- Travel with hand luggage
Most city breaks aren’t very long so you may be able to get away with travelling with hand luggage only. This means you can avoid the added cost of having a checked in bag.
- Buy a travel pass
If you plan on using the local trams or buses a lot then it’s worth looking into a weekly travel pass as paying for each individual trip could work out to be more expensive.
- Make use of tourism cards
Tourism cards can offer a great discount on travel, tours, restaurants and other local experiences.
