Cottages in high season: when is the best time to book a vacation home
During the peak season, in particular in summer, during winter or national holidays, booking accommodation becomes an extremely difficult task. The accommodation booking platform Vrbo has identified the closest dates on which travelers should book their vacation homes during the peak season.
When should travelers plan their trip to save on housing costs? This was reported in The Independent.
Thus, travelers planning their trip on May 6 should make a reservation by March 29, and on May 27 - by April 8. In the summer, it is better to focus on booking by June 8, in the fall no later than August 26, and to celebrate the Christmas holidays, you should organize a trip by November 11.
In addition, the platform recommends using special rental platforms and considering alternative destinations that offer a good vacation at affordable prices and a more flexible booking policy.
Key dates for booking vacation homes:
- Easter holidays - no later than February 13
- Bank holidays in early May - no later than March 29
- End of May holidays - no later than April 8
- Summer vacation - no later than June 8
- Autumn vacation - no later than August 26
- Christmas vacation - no later than November 11