While there is much to be said for flitting off to sun-kissed foreign shores on holiday, there are also plenty of good reasons for planning a staycation in the UK in 2022 – not least its impressive selection of vacation spots, with plenty to see and do for all the family.
If you have decided to stay closer to home for your holidays this year, and explore the many as-yet undiscovered gems our green and pleasant land has to offer, you won’t be disappointed! But what about the nuts and bolts of planning the perfect UK staycation in 2022? If you are wondering when is the best time to book a summer holiday, an autumn break, and even your 2022 winter holiday – yes, we really do think that far ahead! – we have plenty of helpful hints and advice to assist you.
Planning a magical summer staycation in 2022
When we are still clasped in winter’s icy grip, it’s a good idea to get out your diary and look ahead to the hot and sunny glow of summer – to give yourself a psychological boost as much as anything else. However, it’s also worth making plans for very important practical reasons too. July may seem a long way off when you’re still in January, but many holiday homes get booked up months in advance. So, if you don’t want to miss out on your idyllic getaway, it is worth making a booking as soon as you can.
At kate & tom’s, our impressive range of large holiday homes and country mansions are usually booked up between 4 and 6 months in advance. As a result, we would highly recommend sorting out your accommodation between January and March, just to make sure you get your foot in the door. There’s nothing worse than stumbling upon your fantasy holiday cottage and then realising that it won’t be available during your midsummer time off!
Looking forward to some autumnal bliss
While the summer holidays are the most popular time for a fun-filled family break, many of us also like to get away for a few days in autumn, when the UK is decked out in nature’s blazing red and gold finery.
Whether you are planning an unforgettable week away with the kids during October half-term, or arranging a special get-together with friends and family before the onset of winter, it’s well worth booking your autumn staycation accommodation between April and June at the latest. From Wales to Worcestershire, there are so many idyllic holiday homes to choose from, which will allow you to make the most of the beauty of autumn and make the most of that crisp October sunlight before the days begin to get too short.
Booking a Christmas to remember!
Unless you harbour any particularly Scrooge-like tendencies, Christmas is always a magical time of year, when we can get together with our nearest and dearest to sip mulled wine, exchange gifts, indulge in delicious food, and share our hopes and dreams for the new year soon to come. While Christmas at home is always cosy, every now and then it’s nice to push the boat out and celebrate the holiday in grand style!
How about making Christmas 2022 an occasion you’ll never forget, by booking a large Christmas holiday cottages in the countryside for you and all your loved ones? There are plenty of stunning properties to choose from, nestled in some of the most picturesque corners of the UK, from Dorset to Hampshire, from Kent to Norfolk. To make sure you don’t miss out on your dream holiday home for this Christmas, be sure to book sometime between June and August.
The benefits of being an early bird
While it may seem a little hasty to be planning your summer break when winter is still upon us – or vice versa – there are several advantages to booking your staycation accommodation way in advance.
Plenty of choice: As we have already mentioned, many of the most luxurious holiday properties get booked up months in advance. By planning your staycation well in advance, you will ensure that you have much more choice available to you than if you had waited. This means you can book the holiday property you really want, rather than settling for something you don’t like the look of as much, simply because it’s all there is left!
Lots of time to look forward to it: The earlier you book your staycation in 2022, the more time you will have to look forward to your holiday. This can be a real morale booster, particularly during the drab and dreary winter months. Knowing that you have a gorgeous holiday cottage or manor to enjoy in just a few months’ time is sure to bring a smile to your face, even on the longest, coldest winter evenings!
Booking early means plenty of time to plan: Another important benefit of arranging your holiday accommodation in good time is that you then have plenty of time to focus on the other aspects of your getaway. For instance, you will have months to leisurely research the surrounding area and the special events that may be going on in 2022, so you can book tickets and make plans well in advance. A carefully planned staycation will be much more enjoyable than one that has been hastily cobbled together at the last minute, particularly if you are going on holiday with children, or organising a retreat for a large number of guests.
Have a spectacular staycation in the UK this year
We hope our advice on booking your 2022 staycations has given you plenty of food for thought.
To find out more about the incredible selection of luxury holiday homes we have to offer here at kate and tom’s, please don’t hesitate to get in touch by sending an email to [email protected]. Just tell us what part of the country you would like to visit for your 2022 staycation, and let us take care of the rest!
