Nat Smith, a family travel expert who blogs at frugalmum. MANY families face limited flexibility, with strict fines for taking children away during term time. Some holidays are cheaper in the last two weeks of the school break. Also, with much of Europe experiencing high temperatures outside of summer months, travelling in the May or October half-terms might give you a more pleasant experience for less.
It might also pay to take fewer days off work. Research from payroll service New Millennia shows you can take 64 days holiday in using only 29 days of annual leave by being savvy and booking over bank holidays. Bremen in Germany tops the list, with more traditional destinations including La Rochelle in France , Milan in Italy and Asturias in Spain all taking a spot too. Last summer, the Post Office named Sunny Beach in Bulgaria, Marmaris in Turkey and the Algarve in Portugal as the top three best-value holiday destinations for families.
Many travel firms are also offering deals in their January sales. If you have used the company before, ask for a loyalty discount. But be sure it really is a good deal by comparing with the price on other websites.
Check apps, too. Consumer group Which? Nat also recommends using Nectar and Tesco Clubcard points to get money off your trip, as well as checking out discounts on Kids Pass. WHEN it comes to getting to your destination, flights can cost as much as your accommodation. Taking a ferry with your own car may work out cheaper in Europe. Being flexible on this can save you money, as can travelling at more unsociable hours. The number taking more than 12 months soared by per cent over the period, while ones dragging on for between 21 and 23 months rose by per cent.
Probate is the legal process of dealing with the estate of someone who has died. This includes ensuring the right people inherit any money or assets and that outstanding tax or debts are paid. It can all be long and drawn out, typically completing after around 9. But new data obtained through a freedom of information request by wealth firm Quilter shows a huge spike in the number of cases running to between one and two years.
