Top Tips to Save Money on Your Next Trip to Spain

Spain is a spectacular country to visit with some beautiful coastlines, striking mountain ranges, mouth-watering food and some of the friendliest welcoming people. So how do you visit this wonderful country without breaking the bank and still make the most of it? Read on below for our top money-saving tips! 

Airport Parking

Many of us choose to drive to the airport, as it is often the most convenient option. The problem is that you then need to park there and it can be expensive. Peak times during the summer are especially busy with the best deals being snapped up months in advance. The best way to save money on airport car parking is to book via a comparison website, such as Parkhero. This website is simple to use and within 10 minutes you can make a booking and save money for the fun things on during your trip. If, for example, you are flying from Manchester Airport and are looking for Manchester Park and Ride, then you simply choose the airport and enter your travel dates. The website will return all the available results from the cheapest to the most expensive and you can filter further on the type of parking you are looking for. There are no booking fees on this website and you don’t even need to make an account! A quick and easy way to save money for your trip.

Finding Cheap Flights

The best way to save money when booking flights is to be flexible. The cheapest flights are often during the week when fewer people want to travel. Most people choose to travel at the weekend and reduce the number of days they need to take off work. Choosing to fly to and from less popular airports is another great way to save. If you want to travel to Cologne for example, you can fly directly to Cologne airport or opt to fly to nearby Eindhoven or Weeze. You may have a longer transfer to your hotel but you will save money on flight! When you book your flights can also change the price. Making a booking on a Tuesday or Wednesday in incognito mode can help you to find the best prices. Most people book their holidays at the weekend, resulting in better prices during the week. Being flexible will help you to save!

Finding Accommodation

Similarly, to booking flights, finding the best deals on holiday accommodation require you to be flexible. Staying a bit further away from the city centre or resort can help save a significant amount of money and ensure you have more to spend on the fun things! As long as your accommodation is well connected, you will have few problems in being further away from the action. Make sure to check out the public transportation links and find the best option. Another way to save is to book through websites, such as Booking.com. If you make an account you will receive customised discounts and recommendations based on your preferences. You can also make use of websites, such as Airbnb, that allow you to stay in someone’s spare room or even couchsurfing websites. These options are often the cheapest, but again require flexibility!

Save on Eating Out

Spain has some delicious dishes for you to try and although prices are often reasonable, there are still ways to save. If you want to experience really good food without the associated price tag, then head to that fancy restaurant for lunch. Many offer a ‘menu del dia’ which is often a 2 or 3-course meal with a drink for significantly less money than the evening options. You can find some fantastic deals this way and find 3-course meals for as cheap as 10 euros! In the evening you can make use of tapas deals. Many bars offer some sort of deal combining tapas and a drink, just keep an eye out for the chalkboards as you take a wander around! Guide books and blogs are also a great source of information to find the best places.

By using the tips above you can easily save money when planning your Spanish getaway and use it for the fun things during your holiday!