For many of us, it feels like the kids have only just gone back to school having enjoyed a six-week summer holiday . But soon the October half-term will be upon us and for some it's the perfect opportunity for an autumn getaway. With the majority of school children off from between October 26th and November 3rd, travel experts at AttractionTickets.
com have advised that there’s still a sweet spot to secure affordable flights for those perfect family holidays. The company uses a formula based on historical data to calculate when the best time is to book a hliday abroad. And according to their experts, the best day to find and book your last-minute half-term break for maximum savings is October 13th.
Oliver Brendon, CEO of Attraction Tickets explains: "Contrary to what many travellers believe, industry data suggests that booking flights within a window of 8 to 23 days before departure can offer some of the most competitive prices for international travel, especially when it comes to places like Florida. "We also know through historical external data that travellers can sometimes save up to 24% on flights if they book them on a Sunday, particularly within this 8 to 23-day window." A post shared by AttractionTickets.
com (@attractionticketsdotcom) Attraction Tickets go on to advise that given this timeline, October 13th falls "perfectly within that range", making it the optimal date to secure a late, more affordable deal for the family. And not only are there strategic days to.