
Cheap vacations in August Tips and tricks for holidays on a budget
Have you always assumed August holidays would cost an arm and a leg? Nothing could be further from the truth!
As the saying goes, “Make hay while the sun shines”, so don't wait any longer and make August a month to remember! And what's more fun than getting ready for an affordable August holiday? If you associate summer holidays with stressful trips and overpriced holiday accommodation, then you've come to the right place: Vacancéole has you covered! Here are our tips for getting great holiday deals.
Tips for getting a bargain August holiday
There are plenty of easy ways to cut the cost of your holiday!
- Keep abreast of special deals: Black Friday, Spring offers, early Summer sales, Web Exclusives... You'll find lots of superb holiday deals on Vacancéole's site. Sign up for our newsletter and keep up to date with all our offers! (Fields to be completed at the bottom of the page)
- Book your holiday accommodation in advance: even if summer's a long way off, plan your August holiday well in advance! If you book your holiday accommodation months in advance, you'll get a special rate!
- Grab a last-minute August deal:it may feel risky, but you'll snap up some incredible bargains! Discover new destinations thanks to last-minute availability. It's perfect if your holiday dates are flexible or if something unexpected crops up. Or maybe you suddenly feel in need of a break but haven't sorted out your holiday accommodation?
- VACAF: if you're a French resident and eligible for help from the Caisse d'Allocations Familiales, then don't wait any longer! 90% of our holiday residences are eligible for VACAF grants so that low-income households can benefit from cheaper holidays.
- Go to less touristy destinations: seaside holidays in August are pretty much par for the course! But why not try something else for a change? For example, you'll find plenty of fantastic countryside holidays during August!
Which destinations offer affordable August holidays?
In addition to special offers and booking in advance, which French destinations should you choose if you're on a tight budget and need a stress-free solution? If you love the great outdoors why not head to the mountains during August? Take to the heights and stay at a ski resort - these destinations are rapidly being transformed in order to welcome summer tourists. France's mountainous regions are home to stunning small lakes and hiking trails, plus you'll avoid the scorching seaside temperatures! More and more resorts now sell summer ski-lift passes, so you can quickly and easily reach the peaks: say "hello" to stunning summits with breathtaking views!
The French countryside also has some great summer destinations. If you're after some peace and quiet, set off for Égletons, Meyrignac l'Église or Les Eyzies de Tayac, to name a few. Never heard of these towns? Lots of other tourists haven't either, so go for it before they realise there are superb holiday residences hidden away in these beautiful, peaceful surroundings!
Here are a few tips on how to pay less for your holiday! Have you yet to choose your August destination?