UK Self-catering caravan holidays: Money-saving tips
If you are thinking of spending self-catering caravan holidays in the UK, you don't necessarily have to fret about or be put off at its reputation for having rather expensive accommodations. While it may be true that most accommodations for self-catering caravan holidays can cost you an average of 100 pounds per night, which may seem a little heavy to some, there are still other options by which you can experience the best of what UK self-catering caravan holidays have to offer at lower rates.
You can save on your accommodation by staying in a guesthouse. A guesthouse is like a B&B, only larger and is also similar to a hotel, but is usually smaller and has fewer hotel amenities. You can still even save on a chunk of your bill if you can manage without services such as front desk, concierge or direct dialing.
You can also opt for smaller or farmhouse type of B&Bs as well. These accommodations are not only inexpensive, but are also great avenues to meet other guests as well. What's more, you can save more on cottages or apartments if you do the cooking and/or cleaning by yourself. The more affordable lodging houses are located on the town's edge. Usually, almost all places in the UK require a premium if you stay in their towns or city centers so staying on the town's edge may be a budget friendly option.
Moreover, off-peak months for self-catering caravan holidays are in January and February, excellent for those who want to go for a cheap holiday visit. However, attractions may not be the same as during peak seasons, which may not be a good idea for outdoor aficionados. But if you simply want to feel the cool weather and the cities' bright lights for cheap, then these months make for a great time to spend self-catering caravan holidays.
Try renting caravans as well. There are a number of caravan parks that are located in some of UK's scenic spots such as the Cornish Coast, Crystal Palace Park or National Parks in Wales. These caravans usually charge at reasonably affordable rates.
You may want to search the Internet first before you decide to book your accommodations. You can find a lot of great deals on self-catering caravan holidays online, which include Internet-only rates as well as last minute Internet package deals. Some websites worth checking out are NationalTrustCottages, Cottages4You and GoCaravanning.
