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The Sun
a day ago
- The Sun
How I saved £1000 on a package holiday by booking everything myself – it was so cheap I got 2 breaks for the price of 1
SOME people enjoy netball or cross-stitch, but my hobby is booking holidays - and I'm really good at it. I know a lot of people hate searching for a family holiday, working out what resort is best and whether it's good value for money, but I enjoy it. 5 I treat it like a sport. There is no better feeling than getting a really great deal for a week in the sun. I go through the flights, hotels and dates with a fine tooth comb, working out little ways to save. I have been doing this since my early 20s, after picking up the habit from my dad - back then, the best bargains were on last minute deals. We used to pack our suitcases and my dad would be on the phone to Teletext Holidays, nabbing a same day bargain. His greatest achievement was booking a flight that had already started boarding. Although, we'd never be able to do that now. However, it's still a thrill when you lock in a trip for a bargain price. It makes the holiday instantly better. Sometimes it's a small saving, like finding a cheaper airport transfer and saving £20, but sometimes my research pays off, saving hundreds. It all adds up. Getting a package deal Last year, I got my biggest saving yet on a family holiday to Greece. By booking everything individually, instead of going for a package deal, I saved over £1000 - which was a third of the price. I couldn't believe it! Having just moved house, we hadn't booked anything for summer, hoping to utilise the garden. But, the end of term was approaching and after months of grey skies and drizzle, I decided we needed a proper holiday. The Peloponnese penninsula - an underrated Greek holiday destination 5 Heading first to a popular holidays provider, I browsed the best deals across all six weeks of the kids' school break. I didn't have a set departure airport or destination in mind and I kept the dates and length of time we'd be away flexible, which meant I had a wide range to choose from. At the time, Greece was coming up the cheapest, and I narrowed it down to the Louis Apostolata Island Resort in Kefalonia The deal was pretty good. Flights from London, a week half-board in a four-star resort, a suitcase each and transfers to and from the airport in Greece for £3400. But, since we hadn't planned on a summer holiday, it was still over budget. That's when I started looking into each aspect separately. I discovered that instead of flying with the designated airline, we could fly with Ryanair for half the cost. Flights were £140 return on the budget airline. Since we didn't need four suitcases, we just booked one between us for the week, immediately saving another £150 on the Ryanair flights. Going onto the hotel's own website, I noticed that I could book directly with them and the price was coming up a lot less. They also had an offer on a room upgrade if you signed up to the mailing list. We actually ended up with a nicer room, while paying less. 5 5 The only thing that wasn't covered was transfers. On the package deal, a coach transfer was included but it also stopped at a number of other hotels. When I looked it up, a taxi to the resort was only £80 return. However, even with this on top, we still saved a whopping £1001 on the whole trip. We used the money we saved to book a weekend in Disneyland Paris in October. Again, I booked everything separately, using the Eurotunnel to drive to France and booking a hotel close to the theme park with 2-day tickets for just £440 for all of us. Our trip only cost £1300. After saving money on our Greece trip, I told people that Disneyland only cost us £300! Book carefully My advice would be to always book with reputable suppliers, because you could end up forking out more if they are not legitimate. If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. I do like DIY holidays but I am not against booking a package deal and sometimes they are so good, I can't beat them. I think that's great. Our favourite places to shop for a package holiday are Jet2holidays and TUI. Booking a package means you get extra protection for your holiday through regulators like ABTA, ATOL and ABTOT. This means you'll get your money back on all aspects of the package in the event of any holiday disasters, like flight cancellations or issues at the hotel - which I wouldn't have had with my DIY version. For peace of mind, some people prefer to pay extra and not have to think about that, but massive holiday disasters are rare so I am happy to take the risk.
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
EOFY 2025: Best flight, hotel and luggage deals
It's not June 30 yet but already travel brands are dropping exceptional deals in our laps. So far I've seen discounts running as high as 72 per cent off and everything from flights, hotels, luggage and travel insurance to theme parks tickets and eSIMs on the chopping block. If there was ever a good time to book an entire holiday on discount, now would be it. Starting with hotels, Luxury Escapes has you sorted with resort stays for thousands of dollars less. Saving you the big bucks, five night getaways at Samabe Bali Suites & Villas will set you back $3999 per villa (valued up to $14,965) and includes all meals, nightly cocktails and your own private pool. The term "dreamy" is an understatement. If you're still eyeing a White Lotus-inspired Thai holiday, Flight Centre can sort you out with 60 per cent off stays at the Kamala Beach Resort in Phuket. This adults-only bolthole is blessed with beach views and this deal includes an upgrade to a Deluxe Room. At $330 per person for eight nights, it's wildly affordable, but you need to jump on this deal as it ends June 6. To get you to your destination, Flight Centre's got loads of seats at eye wateringly low prices. Highlights include New Zealand flights from $389 return on Jetstar, Fiji flights from $609 return on Fiji Airways and London flights from $1525 return on Cathay Pacific. Want to splash out on business class? There's premium flight deals too with seats to Singapore at the pointy end of the plane down to $3285 return. This EOFY, practically every luggage brand has jumped on board, slashing their cases by up to 50 per cent off. American Tourister, Antler, Myer and Strandbags are running these big numbers, while Samsonite has decided to go all-in with 40 per cent off sitewide. Yes, SITEWIDE. If you feel like playing the comparison (or the price match) game, The Iconic is well stocked with Samsonite, Nere and American Tourister. Most are already discounted by 40 per cent off, but hey, if you find it cheaper, why not call in that price match guarantee? Not fussed about brand names? Amazon's Mid-Year sale is riddled with lesser known brands and designer dupes for a steal. We're crushing over this $80 Inateck Travel Backpack. With its 46.2L capacity, laptop sleep and 1000+ reviews, it's the ultimate cabin backpack. Amazons Basic's suitcase range is also worth a gander. They've received over 51,000 reviews and start from $89.85. In other travel deals, Klook is running Travel Deal Days where theme parks, tours, eSIMs and cruises across the world are up to half price, WAS Insurance is saving you that much more (10 per cent to be exact) on policies with the code WISESILENT10 and trtl's in-flight accessory bundles are up to 40 per cent less. Because comfort is key to a great flight. Deals are dropping daily, and we'll do our best to keep you across all that are worth knowing about. In the meantime, keep scrolling for the best of the best you can snap up today. BEST END OF FINANCIAL YEAR FLIGHT SALES Virgin Australia Malaysia Airlines Brisbane to Kuala Lumpur from $749 Flight Centre Mix & Match Jetstar flights from $70 each way Skyscanner Last-minute flights from $86 Qatar Airways Europe flights from $1850 return Emirates London flights from $2019 return Etihad Airways BEST END OF FINANCIAL YEAR HOTEL DEALS Flight Centre Crystalbrook Byron Winter stays from $356 per suite 10 per cent off when you book direct 15 per cent off early bird bookings. Prepay and stay seven days in advance. Rise and Shine package: Score 15 per cent off the best available rate, breakfast for two, daily yoga and bicycle hire. Luxury Escapes Up to 58 per cent off Merusaka Nusa Dua, five nights form $1799 per room. All-inclusive with unlimited free-flow drinks. Up to 47 per cent off The Star Grand Hotel, two nights from $599 per room. Includes daily breakfast, $50 dining credit, late checkout and free parking. Up to 62 per cent off The Mulia, five-nights from $2899 per suite. Includes daily breakfast, daily lunch or dinner, two hours of free-flow cocktails, afternoon tea and canapes, beach club access, kids' club access and 24-hour butler service. Up to 71 per cent off The Haven Khao Lak, seven nights from $949 per room. Includes daily breakfast and lunch or dinner, two hours of daily free-flow cocktails, massages, shuttle and late checkout. Up to 50 per cent off InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, three nights from $799 per room. Includes daily breakfast, dining credit and daily cocktails. Escape Deals Save up to 20 per cent on stays worldwide. Book by September 30, 2025. Expedia Extra 10 per cent off for members Minimum 20 per cent off last-minute weekend stays Wotif BEST END OF FINANCIAL YEAR LUGGAGE SALES Myer The Iconic Amazon Australia Antler American Tourister Samsonite Strandbags Up to 50 per cent off handbags Up to 50 per cent off travel. Brands include Nere, Antler, Samsonite and Flylite BEST EOFY TRAVEL TECH AND ACCESSORY DEALS Yoto Amazon Australia trtl Up to 40 per cent off bundles TheRY The Iconic Myer Babybee FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR TRAVEL SALES Are flights cheaper at EOFY? Over the years the End of Financial Year sales have grown beyond whitegoods and homewares and now include anything and everything - including travel. Airlines and travel booking sites tend to host flight sales during this period, though not all will. Airlines that often hold EOFY sales include Jetstar and Virgin Australia. How long do EOFY sales last in Australia? The End of Financial Year sales officially run until June 30, which marks the end of the tax year. That said, not all brands and stores will end on this date. Some may end their sales earlier while others may extend until July.
The Sun
6 days ago
- The Sun
Supermarket shoppers rush to buy suitcases on sale for just £8 – and they're perfect for Ryanair flights this summer
HOLIDAY season is nearly upon us, with millions of Brits planning sun-soaked trips abroad. But if you're looking to save cash on luggage allowance and planning on travelling light this year, we've found the perfect deal. Morrisons is flogging Lugg Venus Cabin Bags for just £8 - and they meet the size requirements on Ryanair flights. One savvy shopper snapped up the deal and shared their find on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK. The suitcase comes with detachable wheels to help squeeze into Ryanair's 40cm x 20cm x25cm limit. "Look at these!" one wrote, tagging a friend. "Wait, what? The wheels come off? I bought this last week and didn't realise," a second joked. "Wow that's a great price. I might nip there later," a third added. Although not everyone is sold, one person wrote: "Was going to get one the other day but they are absolutely tiny. You'd fit more in a holdall." They added that they struggled to remove the wheels, too. Another added: "Best off for children, rather than carry on. I bought one last week, I'm 5'3 and the handle isn't long enough to pull along." All Ryanair passengers can bring a small personal bag on board but this must fit under the seat in front of you. Savvy parents race to their local supermarket as they spot branded sports bargains for just £7 in the clothing section All over-sized cabin bags will be refused at the boarding gate, or where available put in the hold for a fee. Anyone wanting to bring another bag, you'll need to upgrade and pay extra for priority and two cabin bags or checked baggage. Amazon is also selling a Ryanair-approved holdall for just £13.29. The Narwey carry on comes in a range of colours, including black, grey, purple, black and pink and comes with a padded shoulder strap for comfort. For those after check in luggage, Dunelm is selling a tough shell, metallic large suitcase for £45. And for short breaks or business trips, Sports Direct is selling a Slazenger lightweight cabin case for £14.99. The case has extendable sizing, plenty of pockets and even comes with a padlock. It's one of the cheapest branded cabin bags we've seen, down by a whopping £30. However it will have to be checked in as hold luggage for RyanAir, Jet2 and EasyJet. Baggage rules Here's the key information you need to know about regarding some of the key airlines operating in the UK. Ryanair All Ryanair passengers can bring a small personal bag on board but this must fit under the seat in front of you. It must be no bigger than 40cm x 20cm x 25cm. All over-sized cabin bags will be refused at the boarding gate, or where available put in the hold for a fee. Anyone wanting to bring another bag, you'll need to upgrade and pay extra for priority and two cabin bags or checked baggage. EasyJet The budget airline allows each person to bring a small cabin bag on board. It can be no larger than 45cm x 36cm x 20cm, this includes any handles or wheels, and it needs to be able to fit under the seat in front of you. The bag can weigh up to 15kg but easyJet says you must be able to lift and carry it yourself. Any bag larger than the limit, or any additional bags will be put in the hold and you'll have to pay an airport bag fee. Jet2 Passengers can also bring on board one piece of hand luggage when flying with Jet2, free of charge. It must not weigh more than 10kg and can't be any bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm, including any wheels and handles. If your hand luggage is larger or weighs more, it will have to be put into the aircraft's hold, which might incur an additional charge. Travellers can also bring a small, personal item on board with them, such as a handbag, laptop case or a purchase made at the airport, but this has to be placed underneath the seat in front of you. British Airways All British Airways passengers can carry one piece of hand luggage and one small item on board. The hand luggage must not be bigger than 56cm x 45cm x 25cm while the small item cannot exceed 40cm x 30cm x15cm. TUI People flying with TUI can bring on board one piece of hand luggage, weighing no more than 10kg for free. It must be no larger than 55cm x 40cm x 20cm and you must be able to lift your hand luggage into an overhead storage compartment by yourself. Items such as laptops, handbags and any item bought at the airport must be small enough to be stored under your seat. Wizz Air Wizz Air passengers can only take a small cabin bag for free onto the plane. Bags must be no more than 10kg, and measure no more than 40cm x 30cm x 20cm.
CNET
25-05-2025
- CNET
Memorial Day Deal: Fly to Europe for Up to 30% Off Thanks to Play's Airfare Deals
Memorial Day weekend is here, and that means there are deals aplenty -- even from companies located outside of the United States. If you love traveling and have been worrying about how potential tariffs might affect your vacation plans, you're in luck. Play Airlines has just announced discounts on US-based flights to multiple European destinations, including Iceland. These deals are limited to certain cities, and can save you 30% off on qualifying flights. It's a perfect opportunity to relax across the pond. These airfare deals are live until May 27, so we suggest acting fast. Play Airlines is based in Iceland and its current offer is for flights leaving from the following airports: New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) This promotion is limited to the following European cities and these respective airports. Iceland (KEF) Aalborg (AAL) Berlin (BER) Billund (BLL) Copenhagen (CPH) London (STN) Paris (CDG) Keep in mind that the deal applies to flights booked from June to October. Here's a bit more of what we know. Travel from New York (SWF) on Saturdays between June 7 - June 22 to: Iceland (KEF), Berlin (BER), Billund (BLL), Dublin (DUB), London (STN), Copenhagen (CPH) between to: Iceland (KEF), Berlin (BER), Billund (BLL), Dublin (DUB), London (STN), Copenhagen (CPH) Travel from Boston (BOS) on Tuesdays between June 10 - June 25 to: Iceland (KEF), Berlin (BER) between to: Iceland (KEF), Berlin (BER) Travel from Boston (BOS) on Wednesdays between June 4 - June 17 and on June 26 to: Iceland (KEF), Billund (BLL), Dublin (DUB), London (STN), Copenhagen (CPH) between and on to: Iceland (KEF), Billund (BLL), Dublin (DUB), London (STN), Copenhagen (CPH) Travel from Boston (BOS), Baltimore/Washington D.C. (BWI), New York (SWF) on Mondays between July 7 - July 29 to: Iceland (KEF), Aalborg (AAL). - Also from BOS, BWI and SWF on Saturdays between July 5 - July 20 to: Iceland (KEF), Berlin (BER), Billund (BLL) - Also from BOS, BWI and SWF on Wednesdays between July 23 - July 31 to: Iceland (KEF), Copenhagen (CPH), Dublin (DUB) Travel from Boston (BOS) and Baltimore/Washington D.C. (BWI) on Fridays between August 1 - August 30 to: Iceland (KEF), Aalborg (AAL), Dublin (DUB), Copenhagen (CPH) - Also from BOS and BWI on Wednesdays between August 6 - August 28 to Iceland (KEF), Billund (BLL) - Also from BOS and BWI on Sundays between August 3 - August 25. to: Iceland (KEF), Berlin (BER) Travel from Boston (BOS), Baltimore/Washington D.C. (BWI) and New York (SWF) on Tuesdays between Septemer 2 - October 29 to: Iceland (KEF), Copenhagen (CPH), London (STN), Berlin (BER), Paris (CDG) and Dublin (DUB) Prices are per person and don't include baggage check or taxes. These deals are first come first-serve. Check out Play Airlines' site for more terms and conditions. To take better advantage of this deal, check out our list of the best luggage to travel with. We're also keeping up with any and all Memorial Day deals, so check back often. Why this deal matters Travel can be pricey, but these deals from Play Airlines offer you the opportunity to visit Europe on the cheap if you can get yourself to the airports where these deals apply. At 30% off, vacationing in Europe is now a much more realistic possibility as long as you book on or before May 27.
Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Daily Mail
How to save up to 60 per cent off holidays to Fiji, Gold Coast, Maldives and more in Flight Centre's BIGGEST sale of the year
It's that time of year, as the days get shorter and the temperature drops, that many of us start googling ' tropical holidays '. If that's you, your wanderlust is well timed— as the annual Flight Centre Big Red Sale has just dropped, and the savings are massive, with some deals saving you up to a jaw-dropping 60 per cent. From luxurious island getaways in Fiji or the Maldives, to family fun on the Gold Coast and epic adventures in Iceland or Nepal, there is a deal for every holidaymaker's tastes. Feel the travel bug hitting, but can't decide on a destination? We've rounded up the best of the sale below. Live out your White Lotus-inspired Thailand resort fantasies (preferably without the murder mystery element) or fly and flop on a sun lounger within a few hours' flight to Fiji. Forecasting further ahead? Deals also includes winter tours through Iceland and Nepal treks for later in the year. The Big Red Sale is on for a limited time, so get booking, and you could be packing your suitcase for a midwinter escape in mere weeks. Your future self will thank you. Island Getaways Sunprime Kamala Beach Phuket Resort - 8 nights from $330 per person* A luxurious adults-only resort in Thailand is offering an incredible 60 per cent discount for an eight-night stay. That's over a week of child-free peace and quiet on a breathtaking beach from just $330 per person, or $659 total. Flight Centre's deal includes a complimentary room upgrade, airport transfers, daily breakfast, and THB2000 resort credit at the four-star Sunprime Kamala Beach Phuket Resort. For travel from 01 June 2025 - 15 December 2025. Save up to 60 per cent on 8 nights at the four-star Adults Only Sunprime Kamala Beach Phuket Warwick Fiji - 7 nights from $1,135 per person* The beautiful five star Warwick Fiji on the Coral Coast is half price in the Big Red Sale. Enjoy a week of sun and sea in paradise from $2,269 for two people. The deal includes a 60 minute massage, a coral reef boat tour and shopping tour… or just enjoy a cocktail at the swim-up bar. For travel from 28 July 2025 - 25 Mar 2026. Siyam World Maldives - 7-nights from $3,750 per person* Always dreamed of staying in one of the Maldives' famed over-water villas? Now is the time to tick that off your bucket list, as this deal includes a massive $4,865 of bonus value. Stay seven nights at the five-star Siyam World Maldives with an all-inclusive package and seaplane transfers included, from $7,499 for two people. The best part? Your over-water villa features a plunge pool and water slide. For travel from 01 July 2025 - 30 November 2025. Family Fun Shangri-La Yanuca Island Fiji - 7 nights plus flights from $1,125 per person* This fantastic deal will make booking your next family holiday a no-brainer. With return flights included, daily breakfast, FJD$1,200 of food and beverage credit, and most importantly: kids aged two to 11 stay, play and eat free, all you have to do is pack your bags. There is something to love for the whole family, with the resort's private beach and lagoon, inflatable water park, and kids club. For travel from 16 July 2025 - 21 March 2026. Sea World Resort, Gold Coast - 4 nights plus theme parks from $318 per person* You'll be parent of the year if you take advantage of this epic holiday package at the Sea World Resort in Queensland. The four-night stay includes admission to not only Sea World, but also Warner Bros Movie World, Wet'n'Wild and Paradise Country. Fuel up for a day of fun with daily breakfast included, and take advantage of airport and theme park transfers. For travel from 28 Apr 2025 - 16 September 2025. Epic Adventures Delve Deep: Iceland Winter Topdeck Tour - 8-day tour from $2,379 per person* Witness the Northern Lights up close during an unforgettable eight-day adventure through Iceland. The winter tour with Top Deck starts in Reykjavík and journeys through the Golden Circle region, Jökulsárlón and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. You'll see waterfalls, geysers, glaciers and hot springs, while experiencing Icelandic culture and cuisine. Valid for 15 November 2025. Other dates available with surcharge. Terms and conditions apply, deals available for a limited time. To check out all of the savings in Flight Centre's Big Red Sale, visit the website.
