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New York Post
16-05-2025
- New York Post
Book affordable last-minute Memorial Day travel at this exact date and time, experts reveal
Memorial Day weekend is coming up quick, and though it's set to break a holiday travel record, it's not too late to book an affordable trip. Ticket experts at have discovered the best day and time to book a last-minute Memorial Day weekend vacation — and they've got it down to the exact hour. 3 It's not too late to book Memorial Day travel. ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images After analyzing pricing data and industry travel trends, they found that the best time to book a getaway is either this Sunday, May 18, specifically at around 6 a.m. Sunday is the most cost-effective day of the week to book your trip since airlines tend to drop new and discounted fares and adjust their inventory over the weekend. 3 Experts found that the best time to book a getaway is either this Sunday, May 18 at around 6 a.m. Prostock-studio – 'It's a common misconception that booking earlier always guarantees the best prices,' Oliver Brendon, CEO of said in a statement. 'The reality is that airlines regularly adjust their fares based on demand, and savvy travelers can benefit from these fluctuations even just a week ahead of departure.' 3 Sunday is the most cost-effective day of the week to book your noted that people going on holiday should avoid booking on Fridays, which is when fares tend to increase due to demand. Booking on a Sunday can save globetrotters up to 23% compared to booking on a Friday, they said. They also said that they have noticed 'consistent trends' that booking a flight in the early morning has been the best time to get a low fare. Around 6 a.m. is often when fresh fares are dropped and airlines adjust pricing algorithms before the search traffic for the day takes off. 'If you're still looking to book a Memorial Day trip, we recommend getting online early on the morning of Sunday 18th May, or Sunday 25th May if you're feeling particularly risky,' the experts revealed. 'These dates fall just a week before the long weekend, giving families just enough time to prepare while still capitalizing on some of the best available pricing.'
Daily Record
15-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Book bank holiday trip at this exact time for best deals, says expert
A travel expert has shared the exact date and time Brits should book their last-minute bank holiday getaways If you're thinking about a bank holiday getaway but haven't secured your plans, there's still hope. Contrary to popular belief, an expert says it's not too late to snag a bargain for the upcoming long weekend. Oliver Brendon, CEO of told the Mirror: "It's a common misconception that booking earlier always guarantees the best prices. The reality is that airlines regularly adjust their fares based on demand, and savvy travellers can benefit from these fluctuations even just a week ahead of departure. "This means there's still time to save on last-minute travel this May bank holiday, especially if you know when to book." Brendon's team delved into pricing data and travel industry trends to pinpoint the precise date and time Brits should book their last-minute getaways for the best possible price - and it's right around the corner. The experts recommend booking on Sundays, meaning holidaymakers should check deals on May 18 or May 25, for last-minute trips. On the other hand, they advise avoiding Fridays, when prices tend to spike due to increased demand and business travel. As for when to book, early risers seem to have the advantage. The experts said the best time to book is around 6am. Brendon said: "Our analysis of historical pricing patterns, alongside industry travel reports, shows that Sunday remains the most cost-effective day of the week to book trips. "Airlines typically release discounted fares and adjust inventory over the weekend, and we know from travel data that booking on a Sunday can save travellers up to 23% compared to booking on a Friday. "We've also seen consistent trends that early morning is the best time to snap up low fares. Flights booked around 6:00 a.m. tend to be significantly cheaper than those booked later in the day. This is often when airlines drop fresh fares and adjust pricing algorithms before the day's search traffic begins." Elsewhere, website shares advice for people looking for cheap flights. The team's travel experts said: "With flight prices changing all the time, pinning down the best day and time to book flights isn't always straightforward. There's no single day of the week that will always be lower cost than the others, because demand for tickets rises and falls throughout the year." However, they do recommend setting up price alerts, flying at unsociable hours and booking flights and accommodation on one website for the best savings. They also pointed out you could save by scheduling trips during your destination's low season. They explained: "If you're flying to a beachy destination with a changeable climate, such as a coastal town in Spain, Italy, or Greece, you'll find that airfares normally rocket during the summer months when scorching beach-friendly weather is (almost) guaranteed. "On the other hand, if you're travelling to Orlando, a destination most famous for its theme parks, you can expect the cost of plane tickets to increase massively around school summer holidays. "And how about those historic European cities like Berlin, Prague, and Vienna, known for hosting picture-perfect festive markets? It can actually be cheaper to fly there in the summer than December."
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Expert says book bank holiday trip at this time for best deals
Holidaymakers keen to make the most of the bank holiday weekend have been advised they could save money with a strategic booking If you're dreaming of a bank holiday vacation but have yet to book a trip, you could be in luck. While people keen to make the most of the long weekend might think they've left it too late to find any deals, an expert says otherwise. Oliver Brendon, CEO of explained: "It's a common misconception that booking earlier always guarantees the best prices. The reality is that airlines regularly adjust their fares based on demand, and savvy travellers can benefit from these fluctuations even just a week ahead of departure. "This means there's still time to save on last-minute travel this May bank holiday, especially if you know when to book." Brendon's team analysed pricing data and industry travel trends to find the exact date and time Brits should book their last-minute getaways for the best possible price - and it's just a few days away. The experts suggested the best days to book are Sundays, meaning holidaymakers should check deals on May 18 or May 25, for last-minute trips. On the other hand, they recommended avoiding Fridays, when prices tend to spike due to increased demand and business travel. As for the time, it sounds like the early bird catches the worm. The experts said the best time to book is around 6am. Brendon said: "Our analysis of historical pricing patterns, alongside industry travel reports, shows that Sunday remains the most cost-effective day of the week to book trips. "Airlines typically release discounted fares and adjust inventory over the weekend, and we know from travel data that booking on a Sunday can save travellers up to 23% compared to booking on a Friday. "We've also seen consistent trends that early morning is the best time to snap up low fares. Flights booked around 6:00 a.m. tend to be significantly cheaper than those booked later in the day. This is often when airlines drop fresh fares and adjust pricing algorithms before the day's search traffic begins." website also offers advice for people looking for affordable flights. The team's travel experts recommend setting up price alerts, flying at unsociable hours, booking flights and accommodation on one website, and scheduling trips during your destination's low season to help save money. The experts said: "If you're flying to a beachy destination with a changeable climate, such as a coastal town in Spain, Italy, or Greece, you'll find that airfares normally rocket during the summer months when scorching beach-friendly weather is (almost) guaranteed. "On the other hand, if you're travelling to Orlando, a destination most famous for its theme parks, you can expect the cost of plane tickets to increase massively around school summer holidays. "And how about those historic European cities like Berlin, Prague, and Vienna, known for hosting picture-perfect festive markets? It can actually be cheaper to fly there in the summer than December."
Daily Record
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Scottish city named 'surprising Jedi hotspot' ahead of Star Wars Day
Only one city in Scotland is among the top 10 in the UK. Scotland's "hotspot for Jedis" has been revealed. The Scottish city was named as a "surprising" centre for Star Wars fans. May 4 marks Star Wars Day, which is a commemorative day observed each year celebrating the Star Wars franchise created by George Lucas. Originating from the classic line 'May the force be with you', Star Wars Day will take place on Sunday. Ahead of the sci-fi holiday, new research from Disney experts at has named the UK cities that are estimated to have the most 'Jedis' in 2025. In the fictional Star Wars universe, a Jedi is a member of a mystical knightly order—and is used to refer to fans of the franchise. The experts have seen a 300 per cent spike in searches for 'Jediism' in the UK over the past month. As a result, the team investigated where this renewed interest is coming from across Scotland, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Topping the list for Scotland as the biggest Star Wars hotspot is Dunfermline. Scotland's newest city also placed third on the UK-wide list. According to the experts, 0.02 per cent of Dunfermline's population identity as a Jedi. Although the number may seem small, states that it "reflects a measurable level of sustained interest". While not appearing in the UK-wide top 10, Aberdeen follows behind as the Scottish city with the second-highest number of Jedis. The results reveal that approximately 0.004 per cent of the Granite City have expressed interest in Jediism. Edinburgh and Glasgow follow behind in third and fourth place for Scotland respectively. Just under 0.002 per cent of Edinburgh's population were found to be Jedi enthusiasts, while the figure is around 0.0015 per cent for Glasgow. Elsewhere, Truro ranks highest in England and the UK. With 0.05 per cent, this reflects a notably larger share of residents showing an interest in Jediism compared to other UK cities. Meanwhile, Swansea leads in Wales. An estimated 0.004 per cent of the city's population have expressed interest in Jediism according to the experts. On the other hand, Northern Ireland recorded no significant activity relating to Jediism. Based on recent search data, nowhere in Northern Ireland appears on the list of the top Jedi hotspots. Marketing Director at Chris Bradshaw commented: "While the population percentages may appear small, they reflect a measurable level of sustained interest, particularly during a time when Star Wars continues to expand its cultural and cinematic reach through streaming platforms like Disney+, and specifically around key cultural moments for fans like Star Wars Day. "From a pop culture perspective, the influence of the Star Wars franchise remains incredibly strong, and we can also see this through the growing popularity of the Star Wars rides at Disney parks, such as Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain at Disneyland Paris. It seems that the franchise is as popular as ever." To put together their list, the experts analysed search volume data for the term 'Jediism' across more than 70 major UK cities. This was compared against the most recent population figures for each city in order to calculate the estimated percentage of residents expressing interest in the Jedi belief system ahead of Star Wars Day. Truro, England Durham, England Dunfermline, Scotland Chester, England Bath, England Lincoln, England Salford, England Gloucester, England Southend-on-Sea, England Peterborough, England
Scotsman
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
It would cost over £400k to be a 2025 Hogwarts student in the Scottish Highlands
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now For decades, fans of the Harry Potter series have dreamed of receiving their Hogwarts acceptance letter by owl post and travelling to the Scottish Highlands via the Hogwarts Express, but while the magic is priceless, attending the famous wizarding school might not be. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... According to Universal Wizarding World experts at if Hogwarts operated like a modern UK private boarding school, the cost of a seven-year magical education could soar past £407,000. Even in a scenario where Hogwarts remains state-funded, parents could still face an eye-watering bill of £24,791, a steep rise from the estimated £5,575 it would have cost when The Philosopher's Stone was first released. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'It's fun to imagine receiving that Hogwarts letter, but in today's economy, attending a school like that would come with a serious price tag,' says Chris Bradshaw, Marketing Director at 'So we did the maths for 2025 and the results are shocking.' Diagon Alley, Universal Orlando Resort A Breakdown of the Cost Here's how the cost of a magical education stacks up in today's economy: School Supplies In Philosopher's Stone, Harry's Diagon Alley list costs 37 Galleons which was roughly £185 in 1991 based on the commonly accepted fan exchange rate of £5 per Galleon. Adjusted for inflation, that's approximately £508 per year in 2025 and covers books, robes, a wand, and potions gear. The Hogwarts Express, Universal Orlando Resort Hogwarts Express Tickets A one-way train ticket from London to the Scottish Highlands today ranges from £56–£200, depending on when it's booked. Assuming students book in advance and return home for start/end of term, Christmas, and half-term breaks, we estimate 6 round trips per year at £120 each, totalling £720 annually. Pet Companion Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Students may bring a cat, toad, rat, or owl. We estimate this to cost, on average, to be around £150, including care supplies. Spending Money for Hogsmeade A non-alcoholic beer like Butterbeer averages at £9 in the UK today. Assuming students enjoy a few drinks and snacks per Hogsmede visit, and make monthly trips during term time, a reasonable budget is £200 per year. Nimbus 2000 Harry's first broomstick, the Nimbus 2000, is estimated to have cost 1,000 Galleons, or £5,000 in 1991. In today's money, that's roughly £13,700. We've assumed this to be a one-off expense. Boarding and Education In 2025, elite UK institutions like Eton and Harrow will charge a minimum of £50,000 per year for full boarding and education. With its enchanted ceilings, potion laboratories, and private Quidditch pitch, maintaining a school like Hogwarts would come at a significant cost. In today's economic climate, limited state funding may have forced the school to become a privately funded institution, ensuring it could continue offering the high standard of magical education it's known for. The Final Totals Year 1: Supplies: £508 Pet: £150 Train: £720 Pocket money: £200 Nimbus 2000: £13,700. Boarding & Education: £50,000 Total: £65,278 Years 2–7 (each): Supplies: £508 Train: £720 Pocket money: £200 Boarding & Education: £50,000 Total per year: £51,428 Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Adding the average of a 3% inflation rate each year, the 7-Year total in today's economy is £407,915 (or £394,215 for those that don't fancy the Quidditch pitch). This translates to an average cost of £58,274 per year. Chris Bradshaw, marketing director at spoke on the findings: 'Even in a magical economy, the cost of robes, rail fares, and sweet treats can quickly add up. Factor in private school-level fees, and Hogwarts might feel out of reach for most British families, a reminder of how inflation touches even our most loved fictional stories."
