Episode 57 – Exploring the UK on a Budget: Insider Tips for Affordable Travel
In episode 57 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast Tracy and Doug Collins share insider tips for budget-friendly UK travel.
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Episode 57 – Show Notes
Exploring the UK on a Budget: Insider Tips for Affordable Travel
Topics covered in this episode include:
- Encouraging an authentic travel experience while saving money
- Travelling during low or shoulder seasons to save money
- Peak times to avoid, such as August in London and Edinburgh, when accommodation is most expensive
- Staying in B&Bs and guest houses as a budget-friendly option
- Accommodation guides for B&Bs and guest houses in various UK destinations
- Benefits of B&Bs and guest houses, including breakfast and local interactions
- Exploring free activities in the UK, such as markets, gardens, and parks
- Meal deals from supermarkets like Marks and Spencer’s, Sainsbury’s, and Tesco
- Budget-friendly evening meal deals for self-catering accommodations
- Comparing transportation options: buses, coaches, and trains
- Parking fees and park-and-ride schemes for driving holidays
- Resources on UK train travel, including previous podcast episodes and an ebook
- Saving money on train travel in London with an Oyster card or contactless payment
- Free attractions in London, like historical places and art galleries
- Choosing budget-friendly accommodation in London, including chain hotels
- Passes for attractions and tours, such as the London Pass and City Pass for Edinburgh
- Researching and evaluating the cost-effectiveness of various attraction passes
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