5/26/2021
By Godfrey Lydon
Sunnier Times Ahead with the Digital Green Certificate
The Digital Green Certificate is due to be launched across the EU in late June. But what is this and how does it help to restart travel?
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Budget Travel, Ireland's Number 1 travel agency, welcomes you to our travel blog. Each blog entry is written by our very own travel experts and are designed to help you find, plan and enjoy your perfect holiday. From the little details like airport essentials and what to pack to the bigger picture, like budgets and destinations.
5/26/2021
11/29/2019
By Ciara Cantwell
Portugal's Christmas Markets
Looking for a Christmas city break to get you in the mood for the festive season? Portugal may be famous for its sun, sand and beaches but there’s far more to Portugal than the Algarve!
10/9/2019
By Melissa Keane
5 Best Sun Holidays For Couples
Planning your summer holiday together? We've rounded up the top 5 Sun Holiday destinations that couples love - plus reasons why you'll love your holiday!
10/10/2019
By Laura Burke
Top Five Family Holidays
Planning a family holiday is a long, expensive process which can seem never ending. We’re here to help with our top 5 family holiday ideas to make planning your dream vacation that bit easier.
10/10/2019
By Laura Burke
Top Five All Inclusive Holidays for Families
All Inclusive Family Holidays are the smart choice for families that want a hassle free break from start to finish. Perfect for keeping within your budget.
10/10/2019
By Stephanie Rumalay
Top 5 European Winter City Breaks 2021
European cities are unique in many ways with its culture, out-of-this-world architecture and exciting experiences.
10/10/2019
By Melissa Keane
5 City Breaks For 2 For Under €400
Looking for a break on a budget? We've rounded up our top 5 City Break packages for under €400. Yep, that's right!
10/10/2019
By Laura Burke
Ibiza Survival Guide
Ibiza is known for one thing only and that’s partying, the island is a holy ground for clubbers and the hottest DJ’s in Europe return here year after year with bigger and better club nights attracting 6 million annual visitors to their shores.
10/10/2019
By Laura Burke
The Hottest Leaving Cert Destinations in 2021
You’re about to face the most intense exams of your life, you’ve been stuck inside studying all year and the only thing keeping you going is the long awaited holiday at the end.
10/10/2019
By Stephanie Rumalay
Top Family Christmas Breaks
The festive season of Christmas is all about spending quality time with the family and the perfect way to celebrate the season is to whisk them off to a holiday whether in the sun or someplace where snow is fun.
10/10/2019
By Laura Burke
Top Five Beaches in Lanzarote
Lanzarote is the ideal summer destination if you’re looking for a sun holiday, with the weather being near constant sunshine all year long and unbelievable beaches; its home to an eclectic mix of sights and sounds offering something to entertain even the pickiest of travelers!
10/10/2019
By Stephanie Rumalay
Things To Do in Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura is renowned for its 150 km of white sandy beaches, its turquoise waters, its enormous sand dunes and, of course, its year round sunny climate which make it an ideal holiday destination.
2/25/2020
By Ciara Cantwell
Portugal City Breaks & Sun Holidays
This spring, experience Portugal’s Mediterranean charm on a sun holiday or a city break or a bit of both.
Budget Travel Blog
5/26/2021
By Godfrey Lydon
Sunnier Times Ahead with the Digital Green Certificate
The Digital Green Certificate is due to be launched across the EU in late June. But what is this and how does it help to restart travel?
4/2/2020
By Laura Burke
Family Friendly Activities in New York
New York City is bursting with exciting family activities, with endless museums to choose from, some of the best toy shops in the world...
4/2/2020
By Melissa Keane
What to Do on Your First Trip to Vegas
The ultimate guide to your holiday to Vegas. The Vegas bucket-list is endless, but here are some things you you need to tick off straight away...
4/2/2020
By Alex O'Dwyer
Top Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, known as the Venice of America, is full of beautiful beaches, amazing waterfront houses and a wide variety of attractions so, you’re bound to find something to suit everyone there.
4/2/2020
By Karen Sheehy
Top Things to Do at SeaWorld Parks
Make sure your Orlando holiday goes swimmingly with a visit to The SeaWorld Parks. With incredible wildlife-inspired rides, once-in-a-lifetime animal encounters and relaxing moments on white sandy shores...
4/2/2020
By Shauna Connolly
Top Five Things to Do in Chicago
Chicago is a huge place to explore, so to help you narrow down the top 5 things to do while you’re there, take a look at our top 5 things to do in Chicago list.
4/2/2020
By Andreea Lascu
Top 5 Underrated Us Tourist Attractions You Need to Go To
Planning to visit the USA but looking to do something different? Why not visit the hidden gems that the USA has to offer. To help you do so, follow our guide of the top 5 underrated US tourist attractions you need to go to.
4/2/2020
By Alex O'Dwyer
Things To Do in San Francisco
Deciding on which activities to do in a big city can often be overwhelming. We’ve created a list of some of the usual things people do in San Francisco as well as the unusual things to do in order to help you plan your San Francisco holiday.
4/2/2020
By Aoife Carbin
Things to Do in Philadelphia
I had the pleasure of visiting Philadelphia in April this year, I fell in love with the city’s history, culture and food.
4/2/2020
By Aoife Dunphy
Things to Do in Orlando
If I had to describe an Orlando holiday in two words, it would be ‘Endless Fun’. I was lucky enough to spend a week there with the help of Do Something Different & Universal.