Holidays

10 things to do before you go on holiday

Don't waste your hard-earned cash spending over the odds on care hire, parking and insurance. Follow our 10 tips for a stress-free holiday.

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    Seven common holiday pitfalls to avoid

    Plan properly before you set off to make sure your dream holiday doesn't turn into an expensive disaster.

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    Five ways to bag a holiday bargain

    Everyone would like to holiday in style and comfort, but sometimes your finances just don't allow it. Follow our helpful hints in order to bag yourself a holiday bargain.

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    The pros and cons of currency cards

    It costs to use your plastic abroad and taking cash is risky. Pre-paid currency cards offer an alternative way to pay. Rebecca Atkinson looks at the advantages and disadvantages of this payment...

  • Top 10 tips to help you save money on holiday

    With the holiday season upon us, you don't have to spend a fortune to have a good time abroad. John Assister highlights top 10 ways to keep the holiday costs down.

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    Top five holiday car rental rip-offs

    Are you heading abroad this summer? Don't let any of these all-too-frequent car hire cons drive you around the bend.

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    Top 10 holiday sites for the cheapest deals

    If you’re still to plan your summer vacation, there are numerous money-saving websites you should check out first. Here are 10 of the best.

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    Get yourself a free holiday

    Finances are tighter than ever so it’s hardly surprising that one in four families have stopped going on holiday, according to Aviva. But there are ways you can slash the cost of this year’s...

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    How to keep one step ahead of exchange rates

    Exchange rates are notoriously volatile, but in this day and age of round-the-clock trading there's no excuse for not getting the best rate, explains Cathy Adams.

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    Enjoy your holiday without breaking the bank

    Saving money on your holiday doesn’t have to mean ditching the Med for a weekend in Bognor. Hannah Ricci reveals what you can do to cut the cost of your summer break.

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    How to get the best deal on your travel money

    Although the pound has strengthened over recent weeks, it still pays to get a good deal on your travel money, Moneywise shows you how.