Despite moaning that there is not enough sun in the UK all year round, when it finally comes out in the months of July and August, many Brits prefer to enjoy heat elsewhere. Among the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, and the most popular in Portugal, is the Algarve region situated on the southernmost region of the mainland. The Algarve is also an affordable place to go, if you are looking to holiday on a tight budget.
With sterling falling against the Euro in recent months, it can seem ever more expensive to holiday in the Eurozone, and it certainly is in some places. Take Cyprus, for example. This is another massively popular tourist destination, but even those tourists that want to save money by self catering at their accommodation will find grocery prices that are up to 79% higher than in Portugal and the Algarve.
Post Office Travel performed a survey that showed that 40% of the mothers they asked who visited Cyprus were surprised by the price of buying staple foods. In the Algarve, however, there is a different story, so families who opt for self catering really can save money while enjoying the flexibility of meal times, meaning they can spend their time and money on more exciting things during their stay.
Other ways to save money while on holiday in the Algarve are things that can be applied to holidays in general. One of the most important factors is timing your initial booking right. Booking should be done either way in advance, or at the very last minute. The former way will probably not get the cheapest deal, but it will give a little more flexibility about timing and where you stay. The latter of the two options will no doubt be extremely cheap, but at the cost of the freedom of choice.
Booking at the right time, and buying and cooking your own food, can mean that the Algarve is a cheap place to spend the summer. And don't forget about the incredible summer climate, picturesque fishing villages, and even a good nightlife in some parts, meaning that it is not only an affordable place to go, but an unforgettable one too.
With sterling falling against the Euro in recent months, it can seem ever more expensive to holiday in the Eurozone, and it certainly is in some places. Take Cyprus, for example. This is another massively popular tourist destination, but even those tourists that want to save money by self catering at their accommodation will find grocery prices that are up to 79% higher than in Portugal and the Algarve.
Post Office Travel performed a survey that showed that 40% of the mothers they asked who visited Cyprus were surprised by the price of buying staple foods. In the Algarve, however, there is a different story, so families who opt for self catering really can save money while enjoying the flexibility of meal times, meaning they can spend their time and money on more exciting things during their stay.
Other ways to save money while on holiday in the Algarve are things that can be applied to holidays in general. One of the most important factors is timing your initial booking right. Booking should be done either way in advance, or at the very last minute. The former way will probably not get the cheapest deal, but it will give a little more flexibility about timing and where you stay. The latter of the two options will no doubt be extremely cheap, but at the cost of the freedom of choice.
Booking at the right time, and buying and cooking your own food, can mean that the Algarve is a cheap place to spend the summer. And don't forget about the incredible summer climate, picturesque fishing villages, and even a good nightlife in some parts, meaning that it is not only an affordable place to go, but an unforgettable one too.
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