5 Top Tips for Your Next Self Catering Holiday!
Holidays are something that we all look forward to, whether
heading to the seaside, the city, or the countryside, and with a partner,
family or friends. Self catering is hugely popular, as it offers a great
opportunity to live a different life for the duration of your break! To make
your next break as relaxing & stress-free as possible, here are our top 5
tips for self catering breaks:
Order a supermarket food delivery
Don’t worry about packing a car load of food, or finding a
supermarket on the way! Most supermarkets offer home delivery nowadays, and you
can schedule the delivery for when you know you’ll have arrived. If you’re
travelling as a large group or meeting others there, this can be a great way to
save money too as you can ensure not to buy any ‘doubles’ and it makes
splitting the cost even easier.
Prepare for the weather
In an ideal world, holiday weather would always be exactly
what we wanted. Don’t let it spoil your fun if it’s hotter, colder or wetter
than anticipated! Pack an umbrella, wellies & waterproofs and you can still
enjoy the outdoors in the rain! Kids love jumping in puddles, so let them get
on with it knowing that there’s plenty of clean, dry clothes back at your
cottage. It might also be wise to plan a few rainy day activities so that you
can still head out & enjoy your time. Sun hats, sunglasses & plenty of
lotion are a must during the summer months – too much sun can easily ruin your holiday
if you’re not prepared, so make sure everyone is ready for it!
Check what’s included
No matter how many self catering holidays you’ve been on,
different properties include different things & you don’t want to get
caught out! If you’re heading to a coastal property, are beach towels included?
What about fishing nets, or buckets and spades? Is there a picnic basket
available, or a BBQ? Not only can you ensure you have everything you need by
planning ahead, but you can save valuable packing space by not bringing
anything extra!
Plan your journey
It might sound obvious, but don’t let the journey stress you
out! If you’re travelling at a busy time, take into account the traffic &
leave with plenty of time. Bring plenty of snacks with you to save money at
expensive service stations. Audiobooks can make the time pass quicker on long
car journeys, and can be enjoyed by all ages. For music lovers, buy a new CD or
make a new playlist to keep the journey interesting. A great tip for kids is to
surprise them with toys or colouring books at different stages of the journey!
– nobody can complain that they’re bored this way!
Bring some little extras
A few little extras can make all the difference when you’re
on holiday, and can be great treats without breaking the bank. New books or
DVDs for the kids can be a godsend if they can’t play outside, or some outdoor
toys for better weather. If you’re going on a relaxing break, why not buy a
face mask or a new bubble bath? A couple of candles can make a romantic break
extra special, as can a bottle of your partner’s favourite wine!
Have we missed out any of your favourite tips? Let us know!
