6 Ways You Can Enjoy Luxury Travel on a Budget

Experience the high life on holiday at low prices with these handy tips and pointers…

We all desire a taste of luxury, especially when a special occasion is on the cards like a honeymoon or anniversary, though sometimes it seems unrealistic in terms of budget. Our travel dreams are normally larger than our budgets! We’ve compiled a list of tips that may save you big bucks on a premium getaway and allow you to experience opulence on a shoestring budget…

Keep Your Eyes Peeled For End of Season Sales
Sometimes hotels have the struggle of filling all their luxury rooms which is why they are often readily available as an upgrade option, so flash sales are definitely a thing when they sell rooms at lower prices at the very last minute. It’s worth keeping an eye out for this! Many hotel companies offer January sales aswell so you might even secure yourself some great end of season discounts this month.

Secure Freebies (don’t ask, don’t get!)
If you’re planning on travelling for a special occasion then this is the perfect opportunity to use it to your advantage and do some cheeky haggling to get the best offers. Many hotels offer free room upgrades for occasions such as honeymoons and provide added extras like a welcome bottle of champagne and goodies. You may not have to spend a penny to get a touch of luxury!

Consider Reducing the Length of Your Stay
If you’re in need of a deluxe getaway then the best holiday offers you’ll get are for short weekend breaks. The fewer days you stay, the cheaper it’s going to be so why not just reduce the time spent at your travel destination and increase the quality of your stay. Look at it this way, it would be better to stay somewhere for a short while and indulge completely than staying somewhere for longer that isn’t as nice or comfortable.

Travel During Off-Peak Times
It’s a known fact that travelling in low seasons is cheaper, and this is even more of a bonus when it’s a luxury break that you’re after. However, low seasons can be a disappointment when there’s a risk of extreme weather and attraction closures. The way around this is to travel during shoulder seasons - spring or autumn, depending on the destination. Somewhere in between the end of a high season and the beginning of a non-peak season, with less crowds and a more exclusive feel.

Choose Somewhere Off-the-Beaten Path
If you’ve got a desirable destination in mind but know for sure it’s out of your price range, why not look into somewhere similar in the same region that has a lower price tag? Sometimes it’s wise to avoid tourist hotspots and travel somewhere off-the-beaten path as you’ll experience the same kind of luxury and appeal for a cheaper price. You can gain inspiration for hidden gem destinations on our recent blog on unique destinations to visit.

Ask Yourself What Your Idea of Luxury Is
We all have different ideas of what luxury is. For some it might be staying at a five star hotel with a spa, for others it may be simply just fine dining or flying business class. Figure out the most important luxury element of a holiday for yourself, prioritise what your money goes on and cut back on what isn’t important. For example, if fine dining is your thing, you could stay in a basic budget hotel and go out every night for a fancy dinner.

Travel in luxury for less this year!