Your Essential Money Tips
If you are used to paying for all-inclusive holidays, setting off on a trip to Suffolk, where you will be staying in a self-catering cottage, can be a bit of an adjustment. Suffolk holiday cottages are a great option for a huge range of budgets, but you should always do some planning beforehand to ensure that you don’t spend more than you need to. To help you out, here are some top tips for your break.
Set aside money for each day
We know it’s fun taking each day as it comes, but it can be really helpful to have some idea of what you are going to do during your trip. If there are a few must-visit attractions that you don’t want to leave Suffolk without doing, check and see if you can save money by booking tickets in advance online. Otherwise, set aside the amount you need to tick all of those things off your list.
Plan your food shop
Planning ahead is key when it comes to the, well, catering part of a self-catering holiday. It can be helpful to do a big shop of non-perishable items before you go and take those items with you, so you don’t panic and buy what you don’t need.
Remember, there are some great food and drink retailers in Suffolk! From butchers and delis to local breweries and bakeries, it is a real hidden gem for foodies. Whether you are shopping for things to enjoy during your stay or to bring home, you will be spoilt for choice. While these might be slightly higher in price than your average supermarket fare, it’s really worth setting some money aside for some local produce.
Have an emergency fund
If there’s one thing that’s true about a family holiday, it’s that the unexpected often becomes expected! Whether you can’t be bothered to cook after a long day working and want to order a takeaway, or you find yourself with a flat tyre, it is so important to have some money set aside for those expenses that you didn’t quite anticipate.
Give the kids some financial freedom
While a holiday might not seem like the best time to teach your kids some lessons about money, it can be really useful! Give your little ones a set amount of money to spend each day, with the deal being that they can spend it on what they like, but when it’s gone, it’s gone. This is a really good way to encourage them to shop local and look up from their phones, and will leave them understanding the value of money a little bit better, too!
You’re all set!
A self-catering holiday in Suffolk costs so much less than a big, all-inclusive break abroad. With some clever financial tips, you can make your money go even further! So why not start saving and planning today?
