July 30th 2024.
Picture this: you and your loved one are soaring through the skies en route to Italy, all while spending less than what it would cost to take a train to London. Sounds too good to be true? Well, think again. With summer in full swing, many of us are on the lookout for budget-friendly travel options. And here's some good news - booking a trip abroad might actually be more cost-effective than you think.
Let's face it, we're all in need of a little holiday right now, but we don't want to break the bank in the process. Luckily, there's a clever way to make your travel dreams a reality without emptying your wallet. One thrifty traveller has discovered the ultimate life hack - a return flight to Milan, Italy for just £28. Yes, you read that right. It's cheaper than a trip to London! Sharon Sumner, a 49-year-old commercial specialist from Carnfield, Bedfordshire, recently took advantage of this amazing deal as part of her bucket list before turning 50 next month.
Travelling with her 36-year-old boyfriend, Dan Puddifoot, Sharon booked a flight with Ryanair and arrived in Milan at 11.25am, after a brief drive to London Stansted airport. From there, they took a train to the city centre for less than 10 Euros. In Milan, they visited the famous cathedral, stopped for a delicious sandwich and drink at an Italian restaurant, and explored the city on foot. And just like that, they were able to do everything they wanted to in just one day.
Sharon explains, "It's cheaper than getting to London and that's how I sold it to my boyfriend. I go into London a lot and it costs between £35 and £50 for a ticket." Not only was it budget-friendly, but their trip was also hassle-free. "Milan is really easy to get around, there's a train from the airport to the centre that was less than ten euros," she adds.
But the best part? Sharon's day in Milan was just as culturally enriching as a day in London. She shares, "It was a beautiful day. The weather was stunning. We climbed the Duomo di Milano and had lunch at The Dome restaurant. I had a fancy pink lemonade with marshmallows in it. We just explored. We did 20,000 steps." And the best part? It didn't break the bank.
Sharon is not the only one taking advantage of this budget-friendly getaway. Earlier this year, 30-year-old Dagmara Kedzierska also flew to Milan for the day for just £50. Clearly, it's a great destination for those looking to save some money while still having a great time.
But that's not all - Sharon has more day trips to Europe planned, and is also jetting off to Denmark later in the year for just £49.14. She says, "It's about the experience of you doing it. You feel like you've had a holiday in one day." Her goal is to complete 50 things before she turns 50, and so far she has ticked off 43 items, including climbing Snowdon and attending a classical concert in Vienna.
So, are you tempted to try this thrifty travel hack for yourself? With amazing deals like this, you can have a cultural day in Milan for less than what it would cost in London. And who knows, you might just discover your next budget-friendly holiday destination.
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