I’ve been wanting to do a post on how to make luxury travel more accessible and just never quite got around to it. Then today, I came across this post from A Luxury Travel Blog and really felt that they covered all the major points that I would have addressed. The author is based out of the UK so she references the UK, however, her tips can pertain to any geographic area. So instead of reinventing the wheel, I thought I would share this post with you. The images are my own.
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10 Top Tips for Affordable Luxury Travel by Sylvia Nankivell
Want to find a luxury holiday for less? Don’t despair – you don’t need a bottomless budget to enjoy luxury travel. With this helpful guide, it’s entirely possible to find a decadent getaway with a price tag you can actually afford. Without further ado, therefore, here are my 10 top tips for affordable luxury travel.
Amangiri ~ Canyon Point, Utah
1. Booking your holiday as far in advance as possible will give you the most choice. Plus you’ll be able to take advantage of early bird discounts.
2. If you have forgotten to book in advance then last minute special offers can still offer discounts, as long as you are open-minded on where you could jet off to.
3. Be flexible with your travel dates and flight times. Most people prefer to travel mid-morning, which means you can find cheaper deals if you’re willing to travel before sunrise, in the late afternoon or evening.
4. Booking out of season often makes travel much cheaper. End of season breaks tend to be less expensive than those mid-season. Europe is a great place to visit in Autumn. It’s still warm, not too crowded and you can find much cheaper accommodation.
5. Consider reducing the length of your trip. While ten days in a luxury hotel may be unattainable, five days may be more realistic.
6. Think about flying with a budget airline so you have more money to splash out on your hotel. Once you’re lounging by a de luxe five star pool, the no frills plane journey will be but a distant memory.
Four Seasons Hualalai, Kona, HI
7. Don’t rule out all-inclusive options. While you may pay more upfront, you’ll save a ton of spending money, reducing your overall holiday cost.
8. Look closer to home, including in the UK. Flights are getting more expensive with rising fuel costs. And a luxury holiday cottage in a UK national park can still allow you to kick back in style.
9. Check reviews. Where possible, research a hotel or travel provider before you book to avoid disappointment.
10. Research the Web. The best place to find luxury travel deals is online.
Sylvia Nankivell is Director of Indulgable UK.
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