Newbie Poster here - Xmas Get-aways

Bushboy

Hi Guys,

Newbie poster here although I have been getting Money Tips for ages and recommending to friends.

Has anyone got any ideas for a break at xmas on a budget home or abroad?
Basically the missus and I want to get away from it all but going anywhere over the festive period involves quite a premium

Is anyone else getting away this xmas?

Cheers,
BB

cheekymole

Travelodge £10 a night rooms?

Wombat

This is the best deal I know of at present for a foreign getaway. First Choice and book online for the biggest discount:

http://www.firstchoice.co.uk/holidaydeals/index.cfm?step=holiday_price&fund=no&extra=2

This is a larger discount than travel agents can offer.

Benalmadena is not Magaluf. If you want a quiet, relaxing break with excellent beach walks and trips then this may be the place for you. Hotel is in a good location (close to the Marina) with decent write-ups on Holidays Uncovered.

http://www.holidays-uncovered.co.uk/index.htm

You don't say what your budget is, so it's a bit difficult to say if this would be suitable. Have a look and make your own mind up.

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£763.84Sat 24 Dec 2005Nottingham East Midlands to Costa del Sol8 nights 2 AdultsThe total holiday price includes a discount of £104.16Nottingham East MidlandsMalaga (3hrs ) Sat 24 Dec 2005Sun 01 Jan 2006Departs: 13:50Departs: 12:05Arrives: 17:35 Arrives: 14:05 Airline: First ChoiceAirline: First ChoicePre-bookable seating not selectedSit TogetherIn-Flight Meals not included Include In-flight Meals20kg Baggage Allowance [url="javascript:void('');"][/url]Best Siroco Hotel in Benalmadena, Costa del SolView Details1 x Twin Room
Balcony Or Terrace, Private Bath, Shower, Toilet
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Bushboy

Cheekymole & Wombat,

Thanks for those tips.

I had originally wanted to go to Lanzarote, cheapest I found was about 500 each.

I understand why it's that price there, esp with the all year round sun, but now the missus says monies could be tight but I still want to get away from here!

The travelodge thing might be good, Edinburgh could be an option.

monkeyspanner

There is a strand on the board for Days Inns. They have a guarantee of a free night if you can find a cheaper price on another site. Loads of suggestions on there.

sunderblund

first choice were doing 7nts feurteventura for £299 each all inclusive last friday, They went very quick.

Donnie

I'm off to the beaches of Thailand for Christmas and New Year. I booked a while ago, so my ticket was only £400.
Accommodation is relatively inexpensive, anything from £10 per night for a 2* hotel/guesthouse to £60 for a well appointed 1000 square feet apartment overlooking the river.
Food, tasty and inexpensive. Weather? Rarely drops below 30 degrees Centigrade in the daytime and mid 20s in the evening. Little rain if any at all.
Unfortunately, it's fully on the mainstream tourist trail now, but still a good winter destination.