Poles go on May Day in large numbers, it is almost sacred to them. This, in turn, affects holiday prices in the following weeks, which become record lows.
— That's why after the May long weekend we have a huge drop in demand, and we have the same number of seats on planes as for the May long week – explains Marcin Dymnicki.
- How much can you save?
— The price of a week's holiday just after the May long weekend may be higher compared to a week during the May long weekend lower by up to 50 percent That's a lot, he says.
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2. Beginning of December
During this period, most of us think about gifts, decorations and planning family gatherings, not about packing suitcases. The fact of how much we have to spend on holidays is also important.
— The beginning of December is a 100% guarantee for much cheaper holidays. Everyone focuses on preparations for the holidays and Christmas shopping, not on travel, explains a representative of the largest travel agency in Poland.
- How much can you save?
— The beginning of December is a complete price low in the tourism industry. During this period, there is again a chance to book a holiday 50% cheaper. This means that – if you get lucky – at the last minute you can go on an exotic holiday for PLN 3.5-4 thousand. PLN – reveals.
3. Beginning of January
- Why?
After the Christmas break, most people return to work and school duties. Winter holidays in Poland are spread across voivodeships and start only in the second half of January or in February.
After the Christmas peak, prices drop, although not as dramatically as in December.
— The first days of January are another time when you can find a cheaper trip. After the Christmas and New Year's Eve break, Poles decide to go on holiday much less often, says the head of TUI.
- How much can you save?
— This is not as much of a bargain as the previous two, but much cheaper than the standard season. Prices are lower by about 30 percent. – he admits.
Cheap dates are not for everyone
However, holidays on these dates are not for everyone. They can be an ideal choice for people who value peace and lack of crowds.
This is a great option for those who do not have school-age children and do not have to reconcile the date with the school calendar
Such a trip is best chosen by people with a flexible work schedule, who can take a vacation without long planning and take advantage of attractive last minute offers.
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When is it most expensive? Avoid these terms if you can
1. May weekend
For Poles, May Day is a holiday, and we can turn three days off in the calendar into a week-long vacation. — We are born hunters of long weekends and good vacation planning. Long weekends take a toll on travel agencies, admits Dymnicki.
2. August
Poles most often plan their holidays in months that are not even warm, but sunny.
The first period is from mid-June to mid-September. However, the head of TUI notes that it is currently the largest The peak of the summer season, when trip prices are the most expensive, is August. Reason? In many countries, it is the main holiday month, which drives up hotel prices
This does not mean, however, that with the start of the school year in Poland, holiday prices are on a slippery slope. — September is still strong, as is October. In fact, our season lasts until November 15-20, admits Dymnicki.
3. New Year's Eve
What may surprise some people, as a travel agency representative points out, the third most expensive date of the year is not Christmas, but New Year's Eve.
Poles are still accustomed to spending holidays in a family and home atmosphere.
New Year's Eve has its own party plans. Moreover, it is a very short and specific date, the number of places is limited and there are many people interested.
Author: Natalia Szewczak, journalist and editorial secretary of Business Insider Polska. Contact: [email protected]
