Yet 41 per cent of British holidaymakers planned to spend more on travel this year, according to research conducted for travel insurer Aviva.
Travellers might expect that investment to deliver a better experience. But, with the backdrop of high living costs, every penny will count.
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If you are buying an annual policy which covers the whole of Europe or worldwide, it is worth checking how much you will save by only including the places you plan to visit.
That is true closer to home, too. The price of a Europe-wide insurance policy could be pushed up by the inclusion of certain countries. For example, travel insurance in Spain tends to be more expensive than in Portugal.
According to the FCDO, a broken leg in Spain could lead to a £25,000-plus hospital bill.
Note that a free UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) lets you get necessary state healthcare in the European Economic Area (EEA) and some other countries on the same basis as a resident of that country.
Travel insurance for Mexico can be expensive (Photo: Marco Bottigelli/Getty Images)Find the cheapest booking window
According to the research, prices for travel between continents average £784 when booked within this window, compared to £818 when booked 16-30 days in advance.
So-called destination “dupes” that offer a similar landscape or experience to popular destinations are often cheaper and less busy than their better-known counterparts, says Laura Lindsay from Skyscanner, the search engine for flights, hotels and car hire.
Return flights to Tenerife in August cost a minimum of £238 return, compared to Reggio Calabria, where a return costs just £99 that month.
Calabria is a cheaper alternative to some of Europe’s tourist favourites (Photo: maudanros/Getty Images)Swap airports or travel days
If you book accommodation through a platform such as booking.com or hotels.com, it makes sense to choose one and stick to it for future trips, as it could save you money.
“You may be rewarded with discounts and perks such as free breakfasts or upgrades.”
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If you are planning a family or first-time ski holiday, try shopping for clothing or equipment as the season ends, suggests Ms Dickenson. Sales and second-hand shopping sites could offer up bargains.
Try rail passes
If you are planning to take a holiday in the UK using trains, a rail ranger or rover ticket can prove to be a good money-saving option, says rail expert Daniel Puddicombe.
“I often find it is cheaper to buy a ranger than an off-peak return ticket for my destination, plus it gives the added flexibility,” says Puddicombe.
Unlimited travel passes on the Continent include Germany’s €58 (£49) per month Deutschlandticket.
“It allows you to roam the country if you pick and choose your routes carefully, and, best of all, it is valid on a number of Germany’s famed narrow-gauge steam railways,” says Mr Puddicombe.
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