Holiday? Vacation? Can you afford a break this year?

I spend my money for this summer's holiday about 2 years ago. My father always give me allowance money for week. But I don't use it, I save it. I hope I have enough money for this travel.

I am fortunate enough to be able to afford to go down to my retreat by the sea in Dorset UK, I have already booked 10 days (booked last November) in August. Because I go there so often I have become friendly with the guy who runs it so I get a discount. I go there 4/5 times a year! I am going next weekend for a break which I am looking forward to. Last year I went to Rhodes for two weeks, first time I've flown on my own and it was wonderful, I won't be going abroad this year but if I had the money I would love to go to New Zealand, maybe one day my friend, but until then 10 days in Dorset suits me just fine!

I honestly can't remember the last time we had a holiday , we go out for a drive on a nice day and have a look at the factory shops ( like we did today ) and we all enjoy that , Mum and dad aren't fit enough to go a holiday and we have to care for them ( not a chore) , days out are nice though too xx

I doubt very much we'll be doing any week long vacations this yr which really sucks since I'm in SERIOUS need of a week or 7 or 8 away LOL...BUT I'm working on it so the kids and i can at least go away a few times here and there....When its just us, we can crash at some of my friends places etc which is cool....plus I'd like to take them camping to a few different places too!

I have never been able to go for a holiday or vacation. But this year I am going to Jerusalem. I am not going with my family but my sister. I have always dream of going there.

No we cant afford a holiday we are having a week at home with our children though and will take them to some fun places enjoy hopefully some sunny weather, and me and my partner have a night away planned just the two of us but even that has taken a lot of saving to be able to afford it

I usually do lots of camping but this year im pregnant so not gonna happen lol. I aint laying on no floor for anything.

I went on a business trip to New Orleans a couple of weeks ago that ended up costing me a LOT more than I expected (financially). First: somewhere along the line, I 'lost' (more like I believe it was stolen) $200 in cash, most likely by my roommate. Second: I then noticed that my return ticket is for April 29 and not April 6--there goes more money (the fee to exchange tickets and the additional cost). This trip was to cost about $600; it ended up costing close to $900! And then I come home to TWO bounced checks. I'm supposed to go to Savannah, GA in June; I think THAT trip is off now. Honestly, I saw gas (petrol) prices ranging from $3.25 to $3.45 (on the same road!) this morning and I think driving is the next thing to go!

AH! A break! My last real break was many years ago. I have enjoyed all my camping trips since I love to go camping, but I am now craving for the chance of a nice vacation where I don't really have to go around doing setting up tents, cook, do the dishes etc. etc. etc. Our last camping trip was in 2002. We were away for 2 weeks and had a great time but I am in need of something else by now. Not that I am going to have it LOL but it would be nice to have a week somewhere in a nice and warm beach. A full week where all I needed to do was to relax and enjoy. No cleaning, no cooking, no washing..... I used to have that each year - often more than once - and I am really getting to the point where I miss it so much. I don't care for an expensive hotel, I don't want to visit a new busy city, all I want is a nice quiet place, right across from the beach if possible. Maybe next year though :)

Luckily we're what are referred to as DINKys - Double Income No Kids haha! I usually go to India for 2 weeks to see family and some shopping and exploring and do something separately with hubby as he hates going to India (as he bought up there so it's not as exciting for him). This year I don't think I'll be going to India but we are planning a week up in Scotland where we went 5 years ago before we got married - we had such a lovely time up there that we want to recreate the magic and explore more of that beautiful place. To be honest, European holidays don't appeal to me, Spain, Greece, etc. I love to explore the places in the UK where I haven't been and we can afford to stay in nice hotels and to be honest it ends up costing as much as a short foreign holiday. Am very excited about going to Scotland as we've been putting it off what with one thing and another and last year or the year before hubby and I didn't get to holiday together because we spent a good 6-8 months redecorating our home which cost over £20,000. At least we're not in debt over it and we can go on a holiday without having to count the pennies. Hubby would loving to go camping or caravaning but I've told him he has to do that with mates as I really need my creature comforts - I love to soak in luxury baths when I stay in hotels and I need a comfy bed too! x

I do not camp - so I don't get away with a tent for a weekend. I'm actually not planning anything - I've got to be around for my mom - if I did do anything, I might want to slip off to Houston to see friends, but I haven't done that in years.

For many years, I have not gone for a long break away from my country. I take short breaks, often during weekends doing nothing except lazing around and playing with my nieces at my sister's house. It is a break to me as I leave everything behind except the mindset to have a good time.

maybe an ozzfest if i'm lucky.. i doubt i'm gonna be able to afford travel this year, but maybe i'll luck out somewhere down the line

This month (May), me and my friends will go on vacation. We will go to a resort to spend a day or two there. I already called for a reservation for us. We rented a cottage room that has 2 queen size bed, 1 large sofa, 1 TV, ref and the room is airconditioned. It is cool and really not that expensive since me and my friends chip in for the expenses.

With our finances being so little at this point, it is doubtful that we will even be able to afford a weekend excursion this year. Hubby is unemployed and his benefits are close to ending. This will put a huge crimp in the cash flow. Guess we will have to be happy with staying at home and using the wading pool this year.

Hi, If it was just petrol prices I'm sure we could put up with it but it's the knock on effect with certainty that everything else will rise also! Not only that our council tax, services bills and everything else has gone up too! But have our wages? Not on your Nellie.. anyway rant over in answer to your question I can't see I'll get away this year, but with any luck will be going away next year somewhere abroad hopefully - but no this year doubt it very much!

My plan for holiday abroad this year must be postponed until.. I dont know when.. apparently my husband found a small house which is not so expensive and we wanted to buy it.. So we use all our savings plus get a loan from the bank.. I am glad I finally have a house of our own.. Anyway I still can enjoy the holiday because I already live in a beautiful island, work in a resort on the beach and we can enjoy the holiday here just like the other tourist...

I think we are going to try to go on a vacation to Florida. We really need a break, it has been awhile since we got away. Though if the gas keeps going up we may change our plans. A nice sunny beach sounds really good.

I'm thinking of just a short riding trip to Thailand to check out the latest bike parts and come back home. I have lots of riding friends in a biker group and we love to go on "convoy". The budget that we use normally aren't that much, and gas purchase is much cheaper in Thailand etc.

This year in August my parents, brother, grandparents and I are going up to Dumfries in Scotland for a week, then on the way down, we're going to the Lake District (near Keswick) for another week. I'm not paying for that though, which makes it even more enjoyable =D