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Holidays:tips for getting away cheaply at the start of the year

The beginning of the year is conducive to going on vacation:after the end-of-year celebrations that didn't really leave us time to unwind and a trying month of January, many take well-being getaways and/or under the sun. The online travel agency Expedia has put together for these first holidaymakers of the year a whole series of tips for traveling at low cost. We take note! Regarding the timing, it is very interesting to leave at this time because the hotels are not busy and they need to fill up with customers after the frenzy (quickly falling) of the end of the year. It's best to start your trip on a Sunday (yes, we know, it's not in our habits):the price of a reservation is often lower because of the customers who left the hotel during the weekend. end. As for the trip itself, we prefer formulas that include hotel + flight which are often much more advantageous. When in doubt, quick searches can be made to estimate separate purchases, lodging on one side and theft on the other.

Business districts, strategic places

If you are one of those travelers who often return to the same hotel, consider subscribing to the establishment's loyalty program (it's free!) which regularly offers good deals and discounts to good customers. Others who set out to conquer unknown destinations, and in particular large cities, should take care to book on the outskirts rather than in the city center, where prices are obviously lower, but beware, the proximity to an airport is to avoid. Business districts are strategic places:once the professionals have left, the hotels located there lower their prices to continue to be attractive. Finally, don't forget to take a look at your email and the promotions (which can go up to -30%) offered via email alerts – we don't usually do this but a few days or weeks before leaving. , it's worth giving it some attention. You know everything… In advance, happy holidays!