Summer is just over that glassy horizon, and so holiday time is coming, it's one of the busiest times of year when hundreds upon hundreds of families hit the roads, the airports and ferries to hit some cool holiday spots. The North Wales Accountants of many successful hospitality businesses will be whirring away processing the massive spends that holidaymakers make.
Sure, the majority will have already paid for their travel and accommodation up front, but if you aren't on an all inclusive deal the biggest chunk of most people’s holiday spending budget is the cost of eating and drinking. So how do you best make savings without feeling as though you are scrimping and saving when really you are enjoying your holiday to the max.
Here are Six Ways to Cut Costs and Still Have a Fantastic Time.
Save on breakfast - if your hotel room does not include breakfast, check out the local cafes instead, they're bound to be cheaper. Try out apps like Foursquare which will tell you all the local, well-priced food places in the area.
Eat with locals
Try to spot the difference between restaurants full of tourists and restaurants full of locals. Walk around a bit and try to suss out the best spots - the views probably aren't so premium, but the food could well be much nicer and you'll have a more convivial atmosphere - with the bill much more agreeable.
Don’t over Tip
Without being stingy to our hardworking waiters and waitress friends here- make sure you tip properly, the custom on the continent is 10 to 15% - no one will be offended if you ask if service is included or not.
Drink local wine
I’m not sure if it can be proven scientifically, but wine and regional food are organically complimentary. They have adapted over time to match together - so buy and drink local food and wine are you are sure to get a more authentic experience.
Beeline for the Bar
If you go to the bar and order the drink from the barman yourself rather than getting table service you'll likely save money - avoiding that pesky European service charge.
Switch lunch for dinner - focused this isn't always suitable, but lunchtime set menu rather than dinner times are nearly always cheaper. So if you decide to go out for a nice meal at lunchtime and then at dinner time doing something more economic it's going to make a big impact on your quality of the expenses.
Now, this might not completely transform your life like a visit to North Wales accountants might, but every little helps when it comes to finances - especially in the busy holiday season.
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