There is plenty of uncertainty around future travel restrictions in Wales and beyond for those who are planning a holiday this summer.
Staycations are likely to be a popular choice with holiday makers as foreign travel will be restricted for the foreseeable future and that means holiday cottages in beauty spots across Wales will be in high demand.
From cottages to holiday parks and caravans, people are seeking the perfect place to book their first holiday of the year.
Holiday companies have issued advice for those who want to book a holiday for later in the year with the hope that restrictions will be lifted.
Sykes Cottages
Sykes Cottages is selling half term holidays in May from £321. It is also selling summer breaks from £188 and has 10% off some properties on the special offer pages.
Among the Welsh cottages on its books are Blaenffynnon Bach in Pembrokeshire, main image, Murmur y Mor in Snowdonia and Steps Away on Anglesey.
However, before you book you will need to be aware of the travel restrictions in place in Wales.
Sykes says: “If you live in Wales or your booking is for a property in Wales, before 20th February 2021 you may not be able to travel due to the national lockdown.”
You can see the latest updates here.
HomeAway (now Vrbo)
HomeAway holiday rentals has now rebranded as Vrbo. It warns those who wish to book to check Wales’ travel restrictions before booking. Cancellation policies also vary by property so ensure you are able to rearrange or get a refund if your holiday is cancelled.
It says: “Property managers and owners determine the cancellation and refund policies for most homes in our marketplace. If you are making changes outside the cancellation policy window, reach out to them through your Vrbo account for options.”
The site currently lists 9,687 holiday rentals in Wales including holiday cottages. You can see them here.
Haven
Haven is taking bookings for Spring stays across its UK sites from less than £50. As many Haven sites have self-contained holiday homes once it reopens it will be easier to keep socially distanced from other park goers.
Haven also has a refund policy. It says: “It’s part of every booking. From no quibble refunds and booking flexibility, to our super high cleaning standards. Things are tough right now, but you can book your next great escape without a worry, with our Haven Promise.”
Summer holidays start from around £99 for a family of four, with the summer season beginning on 7 June.
You can see the holidays here.
Park Holidays
Park Holidays has 33 parks across the UK and is currently taking bookings. It says you can book a holiday and if restrictions change your plans you are covered.
It says: “We have introduced a very simple promise – if you book a holiday with us and restrictions are re-introduced, or you are self-isolating or suffering from covid-19 symptoms, we will allow you to transfer your holiday to an alternative date or choose to be refunded in full. So whatever the future holds, we’ve got you covered.”
Holidays start from under £100 and you can book them here.
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