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Question of the Week: Easter weekend honeymoon

Former_MSE_Lee
Former_MSE_Lee Posts: 343 Forumite
Q. I'm booking my honeymoon for April 2011 but have found out my wedding's Easter weekend and school holidays. Should I book now or wait last minute to get the best deal? Sandy, by email

Martin's A: Congrats on the wedding. The answer depends on what you're trying to do. If you're booking a scheduled airline flight then early tends to be cheapest (see Cheap Flights though as it's so early, I'd monitor airlines sales to see if you can get a discount (or see credit card free flights).

However, if you're getting a package last minute is far cheaper, yet that means limited choice and flexibility so there is a balance. For packages you're not going to book last minute, so book whenever they launch to get the early booking discount - though do remember to haggle, see the Cheap Package Holidays guide.

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  • Incapuppy
    Incapuppy Posts: 5,713 Forumite
    You didn't realise that it was Easter weekend and school holidays when you booked your wedding? How strange.
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