Booking an early bird Euro summer has its perks, including access to the best airfares, city stays and experiences with these tips from our travel insiders.
Who doesn’t dream of a summer escape in Europe? Gone are the days of settling for the leftover rooms or awkward flight times. Booking early is the key to snagging those perfect departure dates, experiences and stays, whether it’s a cosy boutique hotel in Paris or a dreamy cliffside pool villa in the Greek Islands. With everything sorted well in advance, you can kick back and countdown the days until you jet off.
Read on to discover our top five perks to booking an early bird Euro summer.
You'll unlock incredible savings
Who doesn’t love a bargain? Booking your travel plans early can save you money in the long run. Airlines tend to offer early bird discounts that can make some serious savings in your travel budget, and with flexible dates and generous cancellation policies, it’s often worth snatching up great offers when you see them. Spend those savings on extra cocktails in Santorini or a fancy dinner in Rome instead of last-minute booking fees and price hikes. Early birds really do catch the worm (in this case, the worm is extra cash to splash on your summer holiday).
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You'll budget like a pro
Planning in advance lets you spread out the costs and manage your money better. Forget scrambling to pay for everything at once or maxing out your credit card – when booking early, you can pay for your flights, accommodation and experiences in smaller instalments and enjoy your holiday without stress. Plus, knowing your big expenses are already covered means more fun money for gelato, tapas and souvenirs.
Your passport and visa prep will be stress-free
We’ve all heard the horror stories from friends and family about last-minute passport drama – don’t be that person! Booking early gives you plenty of time to make sure you’ve renewed your passport and applied for any necessary visas or international driving licenses. No one wants to be stuck at the airport because of a forgotten visa or expired passport.
You'll beat the crowds
Booking early not only secures the best rates and dates but also helps you to carefully plan your peak season experiences and adventures. Secure your plans in advance and you could time your visit to the Eiffel Tower for those magical early morning views or lock in a reservation at that exclusive rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views. With some early planning, you’ll avoid the crowds, get the best spots and enjoy an overall much smoother, more enjoyable trip, who doesn’t want that?
You could unlock extra perks
If you feel like scoring some incredible inclusions like free spots for the kids, guaranteed room upgrades, or meal and drink inclusions, booking early could be your golden ticket. Book now and lock in all those extra perks to set yourself up for an unforgettable trip.
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