According to data from OnePoll, the average spend on staycation holidays in 2023 was around £1,011.30 , nearly double what was spent in 2022. While the popularity of staycations has dropped, with 27% of families planning a longer staycation in 2024 from 35% in 2023 , according to a survey by RSM UK, staycations can still be costly despite being considered an affordable holiday option....
According to Verdant Leisure’s Travel Trend Report for 2024, 47% of survey respondents were hoping to book a caravan holiday for a domestic escape. It’s a long-standing holiday tradition in Great Britain for families to explore new places throughout the country and with the cost of living continuing to be a concern for holidaymakers, it’s a fantastic alternative to going abroad.
SCHOOLS OUT FOR THE SUMMER: HOW TO SAVE ENERGY WITH KIDS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
While energy bills are generally lower in the summer months, there are ways to make sure costs stay as low as possible when children stay home for the school holidays.
Uswitch.com , the comparison and switching service, is offering households tips on how to keep energy bills down.
TikTok’s Top 5 Hacks for Saving Money on your Family Holiday , Money Experts at Sambla Weigh in
Pay in the local currency
When paying by card abroad, you may have noticed that the card terminal gives you the option to pay in either the local currency or your home currency. Always select the local currency. Even though you won’t be able to see the exchange rate...
Having a baby is an incredibly exciting time for any family, however it can also be expensive. Many families are often faced with a combination of limited pay during parental leave, the need to buy new items and any childcare needs.
Now, with the cost of living increasing, Lansinoh, maternal health brand and breastfeeding expert, has pulled together some top tips to help families...