As one of the most beautiful and exclusive islands in the Mediterranean, Sardinia is not a budget holiday destination. However, follow a few simple rules and make those holiday dollars work for you.1) Fly on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday
These are traditionally off-peak days for airlines so flying on these days can mean lower fares and less crowded cabins. Beware though if you're looking at self-catering villa accommodation in Sardinia, especially during the peak months... most properties adhere to a strict Saturday to Saturday stay and trying to economise by booking a mid-week flight can leave you seriously struggling to find the perfect villa.
2) Think Self-Catering
The cost of restaurant meals three times a day for the whole family whilst on holiday can really add up so consider self-catering villa options with good kitchen facilities to allow you to make the most of Sardinia's fresh local produce and save money at the same time.
3) Look Out for Discounted Flights
Most airlines offer deals and discounts on flights over Christmas and New Year, at Easter and in August.
4) Sign up for Email Notifications
Many sales on flights and accommodation are often unannounced to the general public with service providers preferring to notify their loyal customers of preferential deals. To avoid being bombarded by unwanted mail, create a new email account and use this to sign up to the mailing lists of companies you like the look of then simply log in when you come to plan your holiday and you'll have all the best deals and news at your fingertips.
5) Team up With a Friend
Many self catering holiday villas in Sardinia will offer discounts for stays of two weeks or over, with even better deals to be had if you book for a month or longer. If you're looking for a shorter stay, it's worth finding out which of your friends are also looking to holiday in Sardinia this summer so you can book the same property. If you stay for the first two weeks of July and your friends take the same villa for the second two weeks you can often secure really good savings for the total period.
Alternatively, holiday together with a friend. Especially in holiday villas you will find that the price per person is significantly lower for four bedroom properties than for two bedroom houses of the same standard. Larger villas are also much more likely to have extra facilities like private swimming pools than smaller properties.
6) Look for Added Value
Book villas with reputable companies that are happy to go the extra mile to make your holiday the best it can be. Services like a fully stocked fridge on arrival, restaurant recommendations and help with planning your itinerary will all ensure you get the best out of your holiday.
7) Stick to Off-Peak Dates
July and August in Sardinia can be expensive. May, June September and October are wonderful months to visit the island with bright sunshine, warm seas and far fewer tourists on the beaches so wherever possible try to travel at those times. You can often get the same hotel, Bed and Breakfast or villa for half the amount you would pay during peak season.
8) Find a Great Holiday Concierge
As English speaking residents of Sardinia, we often have access to deals, services and suppliers that the general public doesn't and can save you time and money as well as helping you discover the hidden corners of the island that only locals know about.
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