Avoiding Holiday Rip offs !

Hey peeps ,


So as its holiday season ,I am, sharing some of my tips to avoid high expensive holidays, but also allow your money to stretch further :) 

Here are three of the biggest holiday rip-offs and how to avoid them:

1. Airport parking charges

A trip to the airport by car can quickly become an expensive affair, with parking fees costing more than the flight, in some cases.

The solution

Express train services aren't much better, and if you're using an airline like Ryanair or easyJet, can put a dent in what was meant to be a budget holiday.

If you're determined to take your car to the airport, there is really only one rule: Book as early as you can.

Use a search engine such as Holidayextras.co.uk, which will find you the best deal on your chosen dates. It also guarantees if you find a cheaper price within 24 hours of booking, it will give you the parking spot free of charge.

For rail travellers, instead of using express services, why not take a slower train which stops at a few extra stations? Ok, it may not get you to the airport in record time, but it will save you a packet on your train fare.

Or take a bus. For example, easyBus offers single fares to Luton, Gatwick and Stansted from just £2.

2. Exchanging money

Two of the worst places you can change your money are at the airport, and your hotel.

The solution?

Though they may be convenient, the rates you'll get are a real rip-off.

Plan ahead! If you're determined to leave your travel money until the last minute, Travelex lets you to order your currency online and pick it up at selected airports.

That way, you'll get a better rate, and have the convenience of being able to pick up your currency at the airport. You can even order it on the day of departure (just leave at least four hours for collection).

3. Dynamic currency conversion

Dynamic currency conversion is a practice most commonly used in Europe, especially in smaller stores, and at ATMs.

When paying for something in a shop, or withdraw cash at an ATM, some stores will give you the option to pay in pounds.

If you've never seen this before, it may seem logical to do this, as it shows you how much you'll be paying straight away.

One word: don't. The retailer earns a commission from the transaction, therefore the rate you'll be offered will be much less competitive than the one you'll get from your bank.

The solution

Simple: always opt to pay in the local currency.

With these simple tops you cant go wrong!

Until da next Tyme !