How to get your holidays cheaper by avoiding this one mistake

Holidaymakers are rushing to book their next trip away following the easing of restrictions.

From Friday (February 11) vaccinated travellers will no longer have to test for coronavirus when they return to the UK so it's no wonder holiday demand is at its highest.

Travel companies have already reported a record number of bookings happening since the government announced the change, with more predicted in the coming months.

Getting yourself a bargain booking is usually top of the list when it comes to organising your holiday and many have some great deals on offer at the moment, including TUI,easyJet, Jet2 and more.

However as more people than ever try to book their next holiday, it’s only a matter of time before prices start to rise.

Charles Stewart, managing director at eurochange , says a common mistake needs to be avoided when booking holidays.

Scroll down below for the essential tips you need to be aware of in order to get your next trip away at the best possible price.

Firstly, try to book in advance if you can.

If you know when you want to get away, aiming to have your flights booked three to four months in advance is usually key to getting some bargain prices.

It also helps to know when key dates fall throughout the year, as avoiding these will also help keep your costs down.

Public holidays, events and school holidays will tend to drive prices up, whilst booking during term time can help bring them down, so if you have some flexibility with when you can travel, try to avoid these peak times.

In 2022, school summer holidays will begin around July 25, so try to book before that if you can.

When you decide to book can also have an impact on the prices, with some experts suggesting that booking on a Sunday is the