After deciding on location and hotel, many holidaymakers are left with yet another tricky choice… what board basis to pick. It seems the most popular board bases are on opposite sides of the scale: self catering and all inclusive, both offering their own merits. So how do you decide?
Pros:
You don’t have to follow a timetable
There’s no set schedule on self catering; if you’re not feeling hungry at a particular time of the day, then you don’t have to eat. Everyone has a different schedule and self catering allows you the flexibility to choose meal times that suit you and your family.
You have a wider variety
For a lot of people, the best thing about a holiday is having new experiences and exploring different cultures. Self catering allows you the freedom to try as many different bars and restaurants as you want, and doesn’t confine you to your hotel.
You can control what you eat
Whether it’s because of special dietary requirements or simply because you’re a picky eater, choosing a self catering basis allows you to control exactly what you eat. This also means mums can ensure that kids are getting healthy snacks and meals, and are able to better control portion sizes.
Pros:
It can be a real money saver
If the cost of eating out at restaurants three times a day when you’re on holiday eats into your budget, then all inclusive could be for you. With your food and drink all already paid for, you’re free to focus on getting the most out of your holiday by spending money on activities and excursions.
Keep the kids happy
Every year, parents are nagged by their children for ice creams to enjoy in the sun, but with all your snacks and drinks included, you don’t need to worry about all the little extras adding up.
Leave your money in the safe
If, like most holidaymakers, you carry wads of cash around with you everywhere you go, unsure of how much you’re going to spend that day, then a safer alternative is all inclusive. The only money you’ll need to carry with you is for excursions. This also means you have to exchange less currency before travel and ultimately, have to bring less home with you.
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