How to Plan the Perfect Multi Centre Holiday
How to plan the perfect multi centre holiday: Tips from travel experts
When you’re thinking of going on a multi centre holiday rather than a single destination trip, there’s a lot to consider. In this article, we’ll share our experience and top five tips from decades of helping people find the best holiday for their money.
By the end of this blog, you’ll feel much more confident and ready to book your next break to multiple amazing places all in one getaway.
Things to think about before you fly
A multi centre holiday has so many advantages, including catering to different tastes within your family/group, being able to maximise the number of new experiences in your limited time off work, and providing value for money.
On a practical level, you need to carefully consider the following and more:
● Whether you’d prefer a multi centre holiday in one country or visit various places
● The weather in each destination at the time of year you want to go, and what clothes you can realistically fit in your suitcase
● If the activities and sights in each place are going to keep everyone happy
● The value of your currency in each destination and how that might impact your budget (more on that later)
● Is it feasible to see and do everything you want to in each place in the time you’ll be spending there?
If that sounds like a lot, don’t worry. Our helpful team is here seven days a week to answer your questions and give you advice on how to have the holiday you really want.
Choosing the right destinations and itinerary for you
Whether you’re looking at multi centre holidays in Europe, the United States, or the Far East, choosing the right destinations and itineraries is fundamental to having a fantastic time away.
It’s important to think about what you really want from a holiday before booking. For example, not all cities in the same country will have a similar climate. And if you’re planning to visit multiple countries, do you know enough of the local language in each to get by?
Other things to consider include whether an action-packed and hectic itinerary, travelling to a new place potentially every day or two, is going to leave you feeling exhausted. And while it’s nice to see many different cities, you don’t want to feel like you’re having to rush around and cram everything in. Many people want their multi centre holiday to be a welcome escape from the busy pace of life at home, so it pays to plan a sensible and achievable itinerary in advance without overcommitting yourself.
It’s worth noting that while we have dozens of great multi centre holiday deals, you can also build your own break with us.
Getting from A to B quickly and easily
As we touched on above, your mode of transport between destinations can also play a big role in the enjoyment of your multi centre holiday. For example, you might prefer to stay in one country and get around by train rather than boarding multiple flights to get around between places.
The proximity of your accommodation to transport hubs and the places you want to see is also important. While we always offer hotels and B&Bs in good locations, everyone has their own itinerary they want to follow.
If you’re sticking to a specific budget for your multi centre break, the type of accommodation is another vital factor to get right.
The accommodation factor
Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to where to stay on holiday. As well as location, there’s the balance to consider between comfort and cost vs how much time you’ll actually be spending there.
Saving money on accommodation can free up funds for you to spend on experiences in each place, for example.
It’s also worth checking details such as whether breakfast is included in the price and how close your accommodation is to local eateries and drinking establishments, in case you’d prefer to make your own arrangements each morning.
Looking after your bank balance
If you spend time considering the points above and carefully planning each leg of your multi centre holiday, it could save you a lot of energy, hassle and money when you’re away and supposed to be enjoying yourself.
The price of transport, sightseeing and food/drink can vary considerably if you’re booking a multi centre escape that involves going to different countries. More often than not, something unexpected will crop up, such as deciding to treat yourself to a meal in an idyllic restaurant, having to buy some new clothes to suit the weather, or grabbing a souvenir at a market you didn’t know you wanted!
Therefore, it’s wise to factor a contingency fund into your overall budget, so you don’t miss out or get caught out.
We can help you make the right decision
Planning the perfect multi centre holiday is all part of the fun. There are numerous advantages to combining two or more places into one short break or extended trip.
We’ve been helping holidaymakers have the time of their lives since 2008, and our team is on hand from 9am til late, seven days a week, to help you and answer any questions.
You can also book with complete confidence today thanks to our Peace of Mind Guarantee.
