Households are spending more and more on hotels, family holidays and meals out – so here’s how YOU can get the best deals
Winter fun doesn't have to break the bank
HOUSEHOLD spending is showing "renewed signs of life" in September following the Brexit result, a report has found.
Visa UK's Consumer Spending Index revealed that families are splashing out more on eating out, hotels and bars.
As the public are making the most of their recreation time, here are the best deals which allow you to indulge without breaking the bank…
Restaurants
Eating out this winter doesn’t have to be pricey, as diners can cut their costs by purchasing a tastecard.
For just £1 for 90 days, subscribers can enjoy 50 per cent off food at thousands of restaurants.
Popular restaurant chains that are involved in the offer include La Tasca, Chimi Changa, Prezzo and Ask.
Hotels
Want to go on a spontaneous trip away? Booking last minute can help you scoop a great offer.
With over 200,000 establishments on their books, Late Rooms is a website that brings up the best bargains for top hotels.
Prices are discounted when bookings are made at the last minute, as hotels are often willing to reduce their charges in order to sell-out all of their rooms.
Holidays
Winter sun seekers don’t have to spend a fortune to keep clinging onto the summer.
With the collapse of Lowcostholidays last July, it can be a daunting task finding a cheap getaway.
The easiest way to ensure that your holiday is ATOL protected is to book a package deal.
Regularly checking price comparison websites, such as Ice Lolly and Travel Supermarket, can be a great was to snap up a good deal.
It’s also advisable to follow your favourite tour operators, such as Thomas Cook and Thomson, on social media and sign up for e-mail updates.
This will ensure that you don’t miss out on any cheap package options from the travel companies directly.
Cinema
It can be tricky finding ways to entertain the kids when the sun isn’t shining.
Taking them to the cinema is a great way to make the most of a rainy day and there are plenty of budget-friendly options available.
At Cineworld and Vue cinemas, children’s tickets cost just £2 on weekends and school holidays.
Film lovers can also grab cheap tickets at Odeon kids’ screenings for £2.50.
If you regularly go to the pictures, applying for your favourite cinema’s loyalty scheme is another clever way to save cash.