Booking on a budget

Spring Break is the time to unwind and relax from lectures and studying. It can also be a great time to book a fun getaway with your friends. We've put together a list of top places for those seeking a quick and affordable holiday.

First of all... Student Beans. It's your holy grail during student life. It not only provides many student discounts at retail and food shops as well as on online shopping, but it also has many discounts for major travel brands like TUI (£50 off), easyJet holidays (£25) and Hotels.com (10% off).

UNiDAYS also offers £50 off all holidays on Jet2holidays and many lastminute.com deals.

Dublin, Ireland 🍀

A popular destination for students, flights to Dublin are generally very quick (and cheap!). If you're flying from London, it typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. It has a vibrant nightlife and many free attractions to see. Plus, if you're eyeing up the Guinness Factory tour, they have student tickets from €16.50 (around £15), with a valid student ID.

Prices of flights start from £30

Kraków, Poland 🇵🇱

Kraków is considered one of the most student-friendly cities in Poland, offering a big mix of affordable nightlife, rich history, and free walking tours. If you like a bit of history and culture, this is the place to go. One big bonus is that this city is very walkable with major sites to see close together, so you don't have to worry about spending lots of money on travel to get around.

Prices of flights start from £34

Budapest, Hungary 🇭🇺

Budapest is a great weekend getaway for students on a budget. There are many popular, affordable hostels in Districts 5-9 within walking distance of attractions and nightlife, ranging from 5-10 thousand Hungarian Forint a night (around £10-£20 a night!) With attractions like Buda Castle, Statue Park and the must-do experience of the Thermal baths, many offer discounts for students, making them more worth seeing.

Prices of flights start from £35

Algarve, Portugal 🇵🇹

Looking for sun on a budget? Well, look no further. With long beaches, historic charm and famous bars/clubs, it's bound to give you the Spring break you deserve. There are budget accommodation deals with Auramar Beach Resort and Rr Club Amarilis, as well as self-catered apartments/hostels in Lagos, which are popular for reducing costs. Plus, the experiences there are like boat trips, go-karting, and stunning beach views, makes this a great way to spend Spring break.

Prices of flights start from £45

Whether you're looking for a rest in the sun or to surround yourself in history, these places can offer you the break you need to unwind and rest without emptying your wallet ☀️