Cheaper Flights
When you travel as a family, you’re often restricted by the school holidays, when international flights are the most expensive. By booking your flights when the airlines release their schedules, you can often get them considerably cheaper, even for travel during the peak months. The schedules are usually released 11–12 months ahead of travelling (for low-cost airlines this could be closer to 8-9 months). If you have a family of four, even saving £100 per flight is an extra £400 you could be spending on having fun on your holiday.
Discounts & Special Booking Offers
Many airlines and travel companies offer ‘early bird’ discounts if you book well in advance. By taking advantage of these deals, you can save money on your overall holiday bill. We're very happy to advise you about discounts, vouchers and the best times to travel to make your money go further, so it’s always worth getting in touch.
Choice & Availability
Many hotels increase their prices as the travel date approaches, so planning ahead gives you far more choice when it comes to your accommodation preferences. Not only can you take advantage of the increased competition to secure the best rates, but it is far more likely that your preferred accommodation is available.
Similarly, flights for popular destinations can sell out quickly - especially during peak travel seasons. Booking your holiday with us in advance ensures you have a wider selection of flight options to choose from.
Holiday Activity & Itinerary Options
Don’t let the holiday of your dreams escape you by leaving it too late! We offer a great selection of group tours, but some of our trips are extremely popular and book up early in the season, so by booking ahead it is more likely that we’ll have a space for your family.
Likewise, we can offer much more flexibility on tailor-made holiday packages if you contact us early, because we have more time to negotiate the best deals with airlines, accommodation and activity providers. Many of our families like to travel with extended family members or friends – so if you're thinking of travelling with a group, booking in advance can help coordinate everyone's schedules and preferences, making the planning process much easier.
Budgeting
Often, if you book well ahead of time, you can pay for your holiday with a deposit and installments. Spreading the cost of your holiday over a longer time period helps with family budgets.
Stress-free Planning
We want the process of planning your holiday to be as enjoyable as possible. Booking early gives you plenty of time to consider where you want to travel, align calendars, and organise things like pet care and passport renewals. This takes unnecessary stress out of planning your holiday, so that you can focus on looking forward to your family adventure! We can also advise you on travel requirements, such as visas, the visa application process and any destination paperwork.
Peace of Mind
Booking in advance gives you more time to look forward to your trip and build excitement within the family as the travel date approaches. Knowing that your travel plans are already in place can provide a sense of security and peace of mind. You can relax and enjoy the run-up to your holiday, rather than feeling rushed or pressured into a last minute booking that isn’t quite right for your family.
To look ahead and book ahead for your next family trip, please contact the Families Worldwide team by email or call 01962 302062. We will be very happy to help you plan the trip of a lifetime!
