Holiday Extras News

Regional airports take the lead with more options and flights as low as £15

New data has revealed that regional airports are the key to low-cost adventures.

Holiday Extras wins Dutch business travel award

Holiday Extras has won the 2026 Dutch Business Travel Award in the Airport Mobility Services category.

Holiday Extras and Travix announce new partnership

Bringing airport parking and lounges to millions of travellers across Europe

While the price of everything else at the airport is going up, parking prices this half-term have actually fallen

Drop-off Charges Are Under Review, but the Costliest Mistake Is Not the Headline Fee

Holiday Extras launches a free calculator showing the real cost of drop-off and pick-up, including what happens if you overstay, at every major UK airport.

Our top twenty holiday destinations for 2027

We've helped UK holidaymakers have better trips everywhere. Here's 20 places for a better trip in 2027.

Revealed: How to Get 62 Days Off From 25 Days of Annual Leave

Holiday Extras' holiday maximising tool

EU Lets EES Safeguard Lapse With No Fix

Holiday Extras Warns of Up to £3.7 Billion Cost to British Travel Spending This Year

How Brits are escaping the heat this summer

Coolcations to skip the August heatwaves

Why the weekend of 5 September is the best time to fly this year

If you're not bound by term-time dates...

The tourist hotspots shrinking by design

Overtourism protests are quietly replaced by infrastructure planning

Term-time holiday fines

A lottery where your postcode decides whether you actually pay

Local company opens its doors to students

Holiday Extras welcomes 150 students for Student Discovery Day

Ten years after Brexit

On the 10th anniversary of the Brexit referendum, we look at how leaving the EU changed the way we travel

Five years of Good Trips: where ethical travellers are heading in 2026

The Good Trips Index is back – and this year's findings show that British holidaymakers care more about sustainable travel than ever before.

A week’s World Cup holiday abroad costs less than one match in America

We compare the cost of attending the 2026 World Cup in the USA against a week’s holiday in eight competing nations. The maths is uncomfortable for FIFA.

EES border queues set to cost European tourism nearly £2 billion in lost British spending this summer

1 in 30 UK holidaymakers has already changed destination because of EES queues. 1 in 5 say they are likely to

Holiday Extras is expanding fast across Europe

The latest step: official airport parking at Groningen Airport Eelde, now bookable across all Holiday Extras Group sales channels

Problems at Express Parking Zaventem

Quick Parking's reaction, and what we're doing for affected customers

Is 13,000 flight cancellations a lot?

We put the latest travel disruption headline in context

Who drops EES next?

As Greece drops biometrics for UK holidaymakers - who's next?

Türkiye out, Thailand in

How Brits are booking holidays in 2026

Four in ten Brits are still unaware of the new EES border controls

Use our new QueueIQ tool to check and beat the European queues this summer

Sleep on it

Despite rising inflation, pre-flight hotel prices fall for third year running

Smart destinations for the summer

Holiday Extras recommends Albania, Cyprus, Malta and Montenegro as smart summer choices for UK travellers looking to avoid extra hassle, crowds and rising costs

Good Friday set to be the most disrupted airport day of 2026

Here's how to stay ahead

Middle East conflict fears nearly double among UK holidaymakers

But cost remains the key deciding factor

The Safety Tax

How women change their behaviour on holiday, even where they feel safe

Travel insurance confusion

Two in five Brits unsure of what they’re covered for

Holiday Extras wins Dutch Holiday Award 2026

We're proud to have collected the Oscar of the Dutch travel world

One in three Britons now put off travelling to the US

Politics overtakes weather and money worries

One in ten UK hoidaymakers saved £100 on airport parking last year by booking in advance

Millions are still leaving money behind by paying on the day, despite average savings of £202 for customers who pre-booked airport parking in 2025

Top tips to avoid airport drop-off fees as prices soar in 2026

Travel expert shares tips on how to avoid drop-off fees at airports around the UK

Who actually wants budget travellers?

Holiday Extras reveals the destinations rolling out the welcome mat for UK travellers on a budget in 2026

Holiday Extras and Corendon Airlines announce partnership

A new long-term, exclusive partnership designed to enhance the airline's holiday extras offering and deliver a smoother travel experience for customers across Europe

Holiday Extras partners with Britain’s windsurfing elite

On the road to LA 2028

Holiday Extras strengthens UK footprint with acquisition of Aberdeen Airparks freehold

HX secures long-term control of one of the company’s key strategic locations

Has the EU's new Entry Exit Scheme passed or failed?

30 days in, has the EU's new Entry Exit Scheme passed or failed?

Brits turn back to the Big Apple

New Holiday Extras research finds Zohran Mamdani's New York now nearly twice as popular as "Trump's America" among UK holidaymakers

Holiday Extras announces record growth in September

Record revenue growth, strategic investment, and expansion of our AI leadership team

Digital detox

How to treat yourself to a proper break from your phone

Digital dissonance

More than half of Brits are disappointed by the reality of travel destinations

Millions risk costly travel insurance mistake this summer

Picking the right start date for your holiday

Holiday Extras launches Vibe Travelling

New AI tool helps holidaymakers pick the right destination

Holiday Extras and Caxton launch AI travel money assistant

How to solve the leftover foreign currency problem

Last year UK holidaymakers wasted more than £60mn on airport charges

How to save holiday money by booking ahead

Global conflict, anti-tourism sentiment, and Trump

Brits' top travel concerns of summer 2025.

Holiday Extras's Good Trips Index 2025

Holiday Extras releases its fourth annual guide to responsible travel destinations.

Holiday Extras snaps up ParkCare in third Dutch deal

Holiday Extras acquires ParkCare, its third major airport parking deal in the Netherlands.

Holiday Extras expands Dublin airport parking with Park2Travel

New Park2Travel deal adds more Dublin Airport parking, just six minutes from the terminal.

Top Holiday Destinations for 2025

Discover 2025’s top destinations like Kaohsiung and Karpathos—unique, exciting, and less crowded.

How to Get Sky High Savings at the Airport

Discover top tips to save money at the airport, from parking to lounges and more.

Holiday Extras Prepares for Next Stage of Expansion

Holiday Extras is gearing up for significant growth, focusing on innovation and customer experience enhancements.

How to Be a Perfect Guest

Learn how to be a respectful and welcomed guest abroad, avoiding anti-tourism sentiment.

Have a Good Trip

Explore our guide to traveling ethically, sustainably, and well with the Good Trip Index.

Holiday Extras Named Best Workplace in Travel

Holiday Extras has been recognized as the best workplace in travel for 2024.

Global Leader in Parking Technology Unveils New Proposition

Three parking tech giants team up to launch BookFlowGo—airport parking, reimagined.

Top LGBTQ+ Friendly Destinations

Explore the safest and most welcoming countries for LGBTQ+ travelers.

Kent's Future Generation Services Acquired by Holiday Extras

Holiday Extras strengthens tech offering by acquiring Kent-based FGS.

Gate Expectations: When to Arrive at the Airport

Never miss a flight again – here's when to arrive at every major UK airport for every flight.

Holiday Extras Goes Double Dutch with Acquisition of Quick Parking

Four Quick Parking sites join Holiday Extras, adding 6,200 spaces across Europe.

SunExpress Teams Up with Holiday Extras

SunExpress and Holiday Extras partner to offer seamless travel add-ons.

Holiday Extras Expands to Munich Airport

New £15M Airparks site at Munich Airport offers 1,900 premium spaces.

Real-Time Destination Leaderboard

See which destinations are trending now, powered by live booking data

Holiday Extras Invests in Dutch Tech Start-Up Transferz

New investment in Transferz boosts global transport tech for Holiday Extras.

Travel Insurance That Fits Your Trip, with SYD

Explore Holiday Extras' SYD tool to find travel insurance tailored to your needs, simplifying policy selection for every journey.

Save £125 on Airport Parking

Discover how booking your airport parking in advance with Holiday Extras can save you up to £125, ensuring a hassle-free start to your journey.

F51 Skateboard Competition 2023

Join the excitement at Folkestone's F51 skatepark for the 2023 skateboard design competition, showcasing creativity and talent in the skating community.

Top Destinations for 2024

Explore the most sought-after travel destinations for 2024, from emerging Eastern European gems to classic favorites, and plan your next adventure.

Make the Most of Every Trip

Discover tips and inspiration to maximize your travel experiences, ensuring every journey is memorable and fulfilling.

Have a Good Trip

Learn how to travel ethically and sustainably with Holiday Extras' Good Trip Index, offering tips and resources for responsible tourism.

It's Time to Make Memories Again

2023 marks the return of unrestricted global travel. Discover how to make the most of your holidays with more destinations open and smarter planning tips.

Treat Yourself to a Free Lounge

Discover how booking an airport lounge can save you money and enhance your travel experience with complimentary food, drinks, and comfort.