Revealed: The best day of the week to book a holiday and save money

Holidaymakers planning a staycation in the UK often choose to book a long weekend away.

But one travel expert has revealed what day of the week is the best to book a trip and save money. 

Linda Reynolds from Personal Travel Agents shared her tips for tourists hoping to bag a bargain.

Many Brits will choose to book a holiday when they have time to sit down and do research over the weekend.

But by Tuesday, a hotel will more likely have worked through its availability and maybe even reduced prices to fill dates that aren’t so full.

This makes it one of the best days to consider booking a holiday.

As for when to actually go on the trip, Linda revealed that Sunday to Thursday is often cheaper compared to a weekend stay.

She explained to The Guardian: ‘Sunday nights in cities are usually cheaper than Friday or Saturday nights because leisure demand dips after the weekend.

‘In rural locations, including coastal areas, midweek (Monday to Thursday) is often cheaper than weekends, when leisure travellers arrive.’ 

The travel expert also recommended booking early to have a better chance at grabbing ‘saver’ rates often offered by chains like Travelodge or Premier Inn. 

The location matters too, and those opting for a city break could consider staying further out.

Holidaymakers hoping to see Big Ben and all the London sights could stay in zones two or three instead of more central spots, for example. 

For tourists who usually choose the same hotel chain, money could be saved by joining the loyalty programme. 

The schemes often offer introductory deals and discounts on future stays. 

Another way to bag a bargain is using something called Plans Change, which gives people the opportunity to sell their hotel booking. 

Buyers are guaranteed a minimum of 25 per cent off the original cost.

Money coach Maddy Alexander-Grout said: ‘In my job, I travel around the country a lot, and I regularly use the site, saving about 20 per cent on a hotel booking direct.’ 

Christopher Pitt, guest services manager at the Royal Westmoreland, a luxury villa resort in Barbados, previously shared how guests can get a free room upgrade.

When it comes to upgrades, Christopher reveals that he has to had turn down requests in the past. 

However, he says that guests who ‘complain about a maintenance issue or construction’ are those most likely to score an elusive room upgrade.