A holiday can be a huge expense for many of us and it’s not only the initial cost you have to fork out for. Spending money often costs equal to or the same as the price paid when you book the holiday, so it is essential to try and cut down on the spending whist still allowing you enough to enjoy yourself.

If you are planning on taking a credit card to use when abroad, be sure to check all the charges that you incur, you will have to pay an exchange rate similar to the banks but you may also find hidden fees added on to each transaction. This can make a simple meal out cost a lot more than you have originally thought.

Be careful when it comes to data usage abroad. It may be that you need to use a translation service when you are in places such as Africa, but data on your phone can very quickly add up and you may not know about it until you receive a hefty bill a month later. Download any apps you may need whilst still in the UK and try and use WiFi in the hotel etc if needed.