Brits getting more 'holiday savvy'

British holidaymakers are becoming much more financially switched on when searching for getaway deals.

By Southall Travel -Friday, July 09, 2010 05:00 PM

Searching out cheap flights to Australia could be a top priority for those looking at getting away this year, as more holiday customers are becoming price conscious in the wake of the economic downturn.

According to TripAdvisor, more Brits are becoming financially savvy when looking at going abroad - and with flights down under among the most costly for UK travellers, cheap flights to Australia could be popular.

Emma O'Boyle, a spokeswoman from TripAdvisor, noted that holiday customers are now realising "that if they shop around, there are real savings to be found".

When searching out cheap flights to Australia, Ms O'Boyle's advice could be useful.

"It's important to evaluate more than just the base ticket price to determine which flight is the best overall value," she commented. Such considerations could include the distance to the departure airport and the cost of getting there.

According to a recent survey by Travelzoo, Brits are more likely to haggle for a good price on a holiday deal than any other European travellers.

Written by Erin Marshall. ADNFCR-1809-ID-19882491-ADNFCR

Create Your Own Travel Plan

Depart From

Destination

Airport [A-Z]

Trip Type
- Return
- One Way

Depart Date

Return Date

Direct Flights Only
Flexible Date (+/- 3 days)

Cabin

Adults
Children
Infant

[Age 12+]
[2–11]
[0–2]

Airline

World Travel News Archives

Southall Travel on Facebook - Become a Fan!

Our Team of Experts is eager to assist you with your holiday planning and bookings.
Call us for best fares on flights from UK.
All prices inclusive of pre payable taxes and charges.
Subject to Availability.