TRACY Kennedy is the Queen of Holidays from £9.50, having taken 30 of them and with even more booked to come.
In her decades of Sun holiday experience, Tracy has stayed in holiday parks all over the UK – and knows exactly how to make the most out of your £9.50 break.
So whether you’re wondering when is the best time to book, or how to choose a holiday park with plenty to do for both adults and kids – Tracy’s here with all the answers.
Is it best to book super early or wait for the last minute deals?
Lyn Shephard
Definitely book as early as you can, because the popular and cheap accommodation goes quickly. And it’s better to have more choice between the holiday parks.
Not everyone is able to book something in January. Don’t worry if you’ve missed out on booking early – there’s a top-up of £9.50 holidays later in the year.
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Make sure to check all of the promotions that pop up, because sometimes the cheaper options will come back. They’re definitely worth a look, especially if you weren’t able to book on the first release.
Any suggestions for parks better catered to the elderly?
Henry McCaffery
I’d recommend Parkdean Resorts’ Cherry Tree in East Norfolk. It’s in a beautiful countryside setting, and only a short drive to the beach.
It’s very much a relaxing holiday, and there’s plenty to do nearby.
You’ve got Gorelston-on-Sea a 10-minute drive away, and Burgh Castle is only a couple of minutes away. Plus there’s Lowestoft to visit in the opposite direction, if you want a day trip out.
There’s also plenty to do on the park itself, and lots of countryside walks nearby. Norfolk is very flat, so you won’t have to walk up many hills.
Lighthouse Leisure up in Scotland is another good option. It’s a smaller park, with lots of local things to do in the area.
It’s less than an hour’s drive to Gretna Green, or you could visit Sweetheart Abbey, its a really pretty old building. There’s even bird-watching sanctuaries up there, too.
And if you visit at quieter times of year, like during school term times, any park will be quieter. Everything winds down then, and it feels a lot more peaceful.
Where is the best place to go on a walking holiday on a small budget?
Thomas Riley
For the best walks, I’d recommend a site in Wales or a site on the Coastal Path.
One of the best would be Golden Sands in Rhyl. If you use that park as a base, you’ve got loads of walks from there.
The walking route runs all the way from the holiday park to Llandudno – you probably couldn’t do the whole thing in one day, but it depends how fit you are!
Alternatively, stay at a camp near Snowdonia, and drive out there.
If you stay somewhere like Ty Mawr in Conwy, it’s about a 10-minute drive to get into Snowdonia. And there’s not much that beats the nature there!
A good option in England would be to stay in Malvern. You’ve got the Malvern hills, which when I went I thought were absolutely stunning.
Plus, it makes for a nice walking break that’s not coastal.
Can you buy more than one discounted holiday?
Elaine Burns
Oh yes you can! You can use your codes or the Sun Club entry to book as much as you want. You could book 50 holidays if you really wanted to.
I know people in my Facebook group who have booked weeks back-to-back and gone away for a whole month.
They were free to take some time off work, so they booked this way as it was more affordable for them. It was much cheaper than booking direct, so they were very happy!
Is there a curfew at holiday parks?
I. Jones
In my experience there’s been no curfews at holiday parks.
Once you’ve got your keys to your caravan, you can come and go whenever you want.
A lot of holiday parks have entertainment and bars open until midnight and beyond, but even when they shut that doesn’t stop you going out and coming home whenever you want.
Just make sure to double check with your specific park.
My kids love going on sunny holidays while my wife and I love culture and history, how can we blend both into one holiday?
Chris Fox
I’d recommend Parkdean Resorts Camber Sands in East Sussex, it’s an option that’ll please both you and the kids!
The beach is beautiful, and it’s great for kids to run around and play. Plus there’s a little amusement park on the seafront.
It’s also only a 10-minute drive or bus journey into the town of Rye, which is really pretty and old-fashioned.
And if you want a good day out for history, go out further to Hastings. I stayed in Hastings for one of my first ever Sun holidays, and I loved it.
There’s absolutely loads for history lovers in 1066 Country – I went to Hastings Castle and loved it, and there’s Battle Abbey too.
And if you like quaint little old shops, there’s Hastings Old Town, with lots of unique shops to have a nosy in.