Hotel savings
5 Hacks for Saving Real Money on Hotel Bookings
Five honest, repeatable habits that cut the cost of almost any hotel stay, from rebooking when prices fall to reading the full price before you pay.
Hotel and travel guides
Every guide on Global Hotel Discount, grouped by topic. Each one is written and checked by our editors and updated when things change.
Hotel savings
Ways to pay less for the same room - and get a better stay for your money.
Travel money
Whole-trip savings: flights, currency, transport and the small costs that add up.
Travel money
10 Smart Ways to Book Cheaper Flights (and the Myths to Ignore)
Real, repeatable ways to pay less for flights, plus the popular myths that waste your time and the passenger rights worth knowing.
Travel money
10 Ways to Save Money When You Travel
Ten simple, honest ways to stretch your travel budget further, covering timing, payments, transport, food, sightseeing, insurance, luggage and phone data.
Where to stay
How to choose the right neighbourhood, island or type of place to stay.
Where to stay
A Guide to the Canary Islands: Which Island Is Right for You?
An island-by-island guide to the Canaries, from Tenerife's volcanic peak to tiny La Graciosa, to help you choose the right base for your trip.
Where to stay
Affordable Luxury in Edinburgh: Where to Stay and How to Book Smart
Edinburgh can feel pricey, but with the right neighbourhood and the right dates you can enjoy a genuinely special stay without paying peak-season rates.
Where to stay
Discovering Hidden Gems: How to Find Great Boutique Hotels Anywhere
A practical guide to finding small, characterful hotels around the world, from townhouses and riads to ryokan and agriturismi.
City guides
Practical city plans, with tips on where to base yourself.
City guides
10 Mistakes to Avoid in Barcelona (and What to Do Instead)
From Gaudà tickets to tourist tax and choosing the right neighbourhood, these simple fixes help you enjoy Barcelona more and spend less.
City guides
24 Hours in Edinburgh: A Realistic One-Day Itinerary
A practical, unhurried plan for one day in Scotland's capital, from the castle and Royal Mile to a sunset view from Calton Hill or Arthur's Seat.
Family travel
Booking with children: rooms, locations, timing and peace of mind.
Family travel
5 Things Parents Should Avoid When Choosing a Holiday Hotel
The five most common hotel-booking mistakes families make, with simple checks that help you pick a place everyone will enjoy.
Family travel
7 Things to Consider When Booking a Family Vacation
Seven practical checks that make a family holiday easier to book and calmer to enjoy, from school-holiday timing to children's passports.
Family travel
Hotel or Apartment? Self-Catering on a Family City Break
A balanced look at hotels, apartments and aparthotels for family city breaks, including hidden costs, local rules and a safety checklist.
Cruises
Clear guides for people new to cruising.
Cruises
Cruise Ship Cabins: A Guide for First-Timers
Everything a first-time cruiser needs to choose the right cabin: the main cabin types, the best locations for a smooth and quiet trip, and the extra costs to plan for.