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Budget travel

Get ideas and inspiration for your next budget holiday. From reviews of the best affordable hotels to cheap but fun activities at your destination, you can have a great trip without breaking the bank. Read on for our top tips.

<p>Bulgarian capital Sofia has everything from hot springs to hiking</p>

The best budget European city break destinations

<p>Escape the crowds at White Rocks beach near Portrush in Northern Ireland this summer</p>

10 best cheap holiday destinations in the UK

<p>Sopot in Poland is one of the cheapest place to holiday</p>

The cheapest holiday destinations have been revealed

<p>The Spanish beach where this frugal traveller spent much of his holiday </p>

Brit manages to book three-day European holiday for under £100

<p>Going cheap: a beach resort in Mallorca</p>

Holiday bargains are back for autumn travellers

<p>Embrace your sociable side with a hostel stay</p>

Why hostels are having a renaissance amid the cost of living crisis

<p>October can be a particularly beautiful time to go on holiday</p>

The best cheap holiday destinations for October

<p>With a flexible mindset, a bargain holiday is within reach for everyone </p>

Tips for a cheap holiday this summer from a viral budget travel expert

<p>Soak up the sun in Sharm el Sheikh</p>

The 20 cheapest holiday destinations around the world

Find deep pow in St Anton

Best ski holiday deals

Livigno in Italy

The best budget ski resorts

Istanbul temperatures are less scorching come September

Best last-minute holiday deals for September, from Sicily to Istanbul

Enjoy a last-minute trip to Kefalonia

Best August holiday deals, from Greece to Iceland

Camp is back in fashion

Why Eurocamp holidays are cooler than you think

Cheap hotels

Tips on the best affordable hotels for a great stay on your trip

<p>The Bedford has not just one, but five bars ready to serve all your drinking needs</p>

Best cheap hotels in London: Where to stay for style on a budget

The best affordable stays in London that blend great value for money with great style

<p>The Waterhead Inn has a serene spot in Ambleside </p>

Best budget hotels in the Lake District, reviewed

<p>Relax among the sparkling lights of Paris’ night skyline at Mama Shelter Paris East’s rooftop hangout</p>

Best cheap hotels in Paris 2025, reviewed

<p>Stay somewhere affordable and have more to spend on entertainment </p>

Best cheap hotels in New York to stay for style, location and value

<p>Explore the best of the Cotswolds on a budget</p>

The best budget-friendly hotels in the Cotswolds, reviewed

Berlin is a city packed with history, culture and perfect for a city break

Best budget hotels in Berlin

<p>Zoku is know for being a haven for those whose job allows them to work from anywhere </p>

Best cheap hotels in Copenhagen, reviewed

More on budget travel

<p>There’s plenty of stylish places to stay in Glasgow if you’re on a budget</p>

The best budget hotels in Glasgow for location, style and heritage

<p>There are leafy green spaces, free museums and open-door comedy shows to be found in London</p>

The best things to do for free in London

Last-minute deals can see you getting bargains to beaches like this one on Zakynthos

The 10 best websites for a last-minute holiday

<p>Bremen, in Germany, is a smart alternative destination for summer 2025, says Skyscanner</p>

The cheapest week to book for your summer holidays

<p>Kala, Albania’s first international festival, is equal parts recreation and relaxation</p>

A festival took me to the ‘Maldives of Europe’ - why you should go too

<p>The 18, 19 and 20 October are in the top five cheapest days to book a getaway </p>

The cheapest day to book a family trip this year, according to Airbnb

<p>There’s last-gasp sunshine to be found this October </p>

Best budget holidays for October half term 2024

<p>Malta was crowned best in class for boozing on a budget </p>

Cheapest holiday destinations for pints and prosecco revealed

<p>California dreaming: Visit LA without breaking the bank </p>

How to have a budget holiday in one of the USA’s most expensive cities

How to have a budget holiday in one of the USA’s most expensive cities

<p>California dreaming: Visit LA without breaking the bank </p>

<p>Spa under the stars at Therme, which is open until midnight </p>

How to have an affordable spa weekend in Bucharest