Hols from £9.50

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.

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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.

WHETHER you’re wondering which park to pick or you’ve already got yours booked, Tracy Kennedy is helping Sun readers make the most of their £9.50 holiday.

Tracy Kennedy, a Hols from 9.50 expert who has more than a quarter of a million followers online, has long been helping Sun holidaymakers plan their getaways.

If you fancy asking Tracy something else about the Sun’s Hols from £9.50, she’ll be answering your questions in her new agony aunt column in Sun Club.

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Having stayed in holiday parks across the UK from the Isle of Wight to Bognor Regis, Tracy has experience staying in a range of locations.

Along the way she’s picked up some of the best tips and tricks for making the most of your break – and now she’s here to answer your questions.

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If I am unable to go on the holiday after booking, can I alter the date or venue? How do I do it?

Denise Houghton

Once you’ve had your confirmation through, speak to your chosen holiday site.

The £9.50 holidays website tells you to speak directly to the parks themselves.

They’re the best ones to tell you. Don’t do anything until you’ve spoken to them!

A lot of the parks are happy to change, but sometimes there’ll be a £20 admin fee or so to make amendments.

Some have rules that you can’t change dates, but some parks will change it for you. So it’s always worth asking. But they don’t give refunds.

How can I make sure I get disabled friendly caravans or chalets?

Paula Cubitt

If you need certain accommodation, use the contact form straight after you’ve booked.

You can fill it in to request the right kind of space. Make sure to contact them straight away, because there’s only so many at each resort.

It says more on the £9.50 Holidays website about how to speak to them once you’ve booked your holiday.

Where is ideal for a romantic getaway for couples?

Adam Meacham

For couples, I suggest maybe going somewhere abroad on a European holiday.

Somewhere in Italy, as there’s quite a few Italian sites. Because Italy is such a romantic country!

If you’re wanting to go away in the UK, it depends on how far you’re willing to travel and where you’re based.

But if you can, I’d say to go up to Scotland for one of the beautiful sites up there – plenty of the Scottish sites welcoming to dogs too.

Can an older couple enjoy a £9.50 holiday, or are they for families?

Tracey Wolverson

There’s lots of things to do for couples and older couples.

Check your preferred park on the website to see what they offer. You can always go for a drink, have a meal, play bingo or go swimming.

Walks along the beach are nice too, or going out to explore the little villages nearby.

For couples looking for lots of things to do, I’d recommend Billing Aquadrome in Northampton.

There’s loads of adults and kids stuff. Lakes and streams to walk around, a lovely bar. It’s absolutely amazing.

It’s also only a 10-minute taxi ride from the closest train station.

Tips for those who want to travel by train?

Monica Johnstone

Firstly you should look at your preferred sites to work out how to get there from where you live.

Look at how far the train station is from the park and how easy it would be to take a bus or a taxi from there.

Also you should book your train tickets as early as you can to get the best deals.

If you go to somewhere like Caerelwan, you can literally get off the train, walk out the station and you’re there.

You’re practically next to the tracks, but you can’t hear the trains, it’s great!

There you’ve got a pub down the road, arcades, and a little shop.

How to find quieter sites?

Dora White

I’d say all sites can be quiet, if you book to go out of season.

Maybe book a holiday just before the kids break up. But bear in mind that Scotland break up for school before England do.

If you go between the school holidays, the sites won’t be full of children so are usually quieter.

A good park for some peace and quiet is The Lakes Rookley on the Isle of Wight.

The views are amazing around there, and it’s definitely very quiet.

You can go off site and do plenty of walking. Even on the site itself there’s a lovely lake to walk around, it’s very peaceful.

Everywhere is reachable from there, too. You can jump on an island hopper bus and they can literally take you around the whole island.

You just buy a day saver ticket. So then you can leave the car behind if you fancy a drink.

Tracy’s top tips for £9.50 Holiday planning

Before booking, Tracy recommends researching any dates you can and can’t make ahead of time.

This includes making a note of when the school holidays are, and any key events you have coming up in the year.

You should also consider how far you’re willing to travel, and how exactly you’ll reach the holiday park.

This includes planning out the car journey, or researching ahead of time where the nearest train stations are to the holiday parks.

You should also double check that the park you want has the right facilities for you.

Whether this is accessible accommodation or dog-friendly sites, Tracy says you should definitely check ahead of time to see if the park offers what you need.

Entertainment on offer can change depending on which holiday park you choose, and which time of year you go.

Tracy recommends looking up the entertainment schedule ahead of time to know what will be available once you’re there – especially if you’re bringing kids.

And if your top picks have already been fully booked – don’t worry, they might just be back.

Lots of popular parks get snapped up the minute that booking opens, and gradually more and more places become filled.

But sometimes, later in the year, new spots open up at various holiday parks.

Tracy recommends hopping back on the website from time to time to see if any secret deals have been added.

However, there;s no guarantee that more spaces will open up – so make sure to have some backup holiday parks in mind that you wouldn’t mind booking.