The Last Word with Matt Cooper Best Travel Deals For A Winter Break
Aug 25, 2025
In this episode, Sarah Slattery, the founder of TheTravelExpert.ie and travel advisor, shares her insider tips for winter travel. She discusses the advantages of booking early and highlights gorgeous destinations like Costa Dorada, Corfu, and Dubrovnik. Listeners will discover affordable accommodations and delightful winter gems in cities like Krakow and Valencia. Additionally, Sarah reveals exciting long-haul deals for places like Thailand and Zanzibar, encouraging travelers to seize incredible offers for their next getaway!
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When To Start Booking
- Travel planning spikes when kids return to school and flights often go on sale about 11 months ahead.
- September patterns have shifted and you can still find strong value later into autumn and winter.
Save By Choosing Family Apartments
- Book two-bedroom apartments in family resorts in September to get big savings.
- Take advantage of flights from Dublin, Cork or Shannon combined with spacious accommodation for week-long stays.
Pick All-Inclusive September Breaks
- Choose all-inclusive hotels in September to cover food and drinks and reduce on-trip spend.
- Look for Aer Lingus flights that include a checked bag to maximize value.