subject: Save Money On A Self-catering Holiday [print this page] Most people with limited liras choose the self-catering option, which gives them flexibility to come and go as they please and avoids restrictions on meal times. Whether youre in the company of family or friends, we reveal how to do it:
Budgeting
It doesnt matter whether youre in the planning stages or have just arrived in resort, start by looking at your budget and aim to stick to it as far as you can with a little imagination, youll find its easier than you thought.
Many Icmeler restaurants for example, offer set meal deals which helps cut costs when you dont fancy cooking, while cheap hotels in Marmaris are easy to come by if you look online. And if you check the online travel forums, youll see that in many Turkish resorts its easy to get by on just 300-400 per week per person.
Shopping
Make the most of the facilities at your fingertips and you wont have to compromise when it comes to eating and drinking. If you like a tipple, bag some duty free at the airport so you can enjoy an evening drink while watching the sunset from your balcony, and save on potentially hefty bar bills when out on the town.
When it comes to food, youll find that if you make your own meals for breakfast and lunch, you may well be able to eat out in the evenings a few times a week. So start by discovering the local supermarkets for easy meal options that can also be transported to the beach or on excursions during the day.
Out and About
For many, one of the pleasures of going on holiday is not having to cook for the clan for a week or two a year. But while eating out on a daily basis is a luxury that will make your money disappear in a flash, luckily you can enjoy the local cuisine without blowing the budget.
Seek out the smaller, local restaurants rather than the big, touristy ones as prices will be more reasonable. Alternatively, try some traditional street food from one of the many street stands, which is usually of high quality. Meat or chicken kebabs are also an affordable lunch or dinner option.
