Finding the perfect holiday often involves hours of tab-switching and price comparisons. If you’ve settled on a Jet2 holiday but found it slightly cheaper elsewhere, you don’t necessarily have to jump ship.

Last updated: May 10, 2026 with latest inflation and exchange rate data.

I have traveled to Budapest, Hungary, four times over the last few years, and the city I see in 2026 is very different from the one I first visited. While inflation has certainly made its mark on the Hungarian Forint, Budapest remains an incredible bargain—provided you know where to base yourself and how to handle the currency.

If you ask most people the best way to travel to Nice France, they’ll point you toward a budget airline or the expensive, grey ribbons of the French Autoroute. But as an ex-teacher who traded the staffroom for the open road, I’ve learned that the fastest way isn’t always the best way—especially when your wallet is involved.

Thailand has officially entered a Level 19 fuel surcharge window. This means domestic flights and long-distance taxis are seeing 15–30% price hikes this week. While search volumes for Pattaya are spiking due to travelers panicking about these costs, the city remains a high-value destination if you use the right strategies to bypass the new surcharges.

Let’s get one thing straight: I’ve been hunting for cheap Bulgaria holidays for over a decade, and 2026 is the most interesting year yet.

Ever since Bulgaria officially joined the Eurozone on January 1st, the internet has been full of “doom-mongering” about prices doubling. I’m currently on the ground in Bourgas, and I can tell you first-hand—the bargains are still here. You just need to know where the new “value lines” are drawn.

If you’ve been looking at the prices for a Jet2holiday to Ibiza or the Algarve for Summer 2026, you’ve probably had a bit of a shock. The “cost of living” crisis has finally hit the Mediterranean hard. But here at Cheap Holiday Hacks, we don’t panic—we pivot.

Updated: 25th April 2026

LIVE SATURDAY UPDATE - APRIL 25, 2026

The “Price Lock” Guarantee: As of yesterday (April 24), Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have taken an industry-leading stance by officially removing the surcharge provision from their terms. They have guaranteed that the price you book is the price you pay—period.

The New Gatwick Rivalry

For years, easyJet has owned the Gatwick leisure market. But as of March 26, 2026, Jet2 has officially planted its flag in the South Terminal with 29 routes and a fleet of brand-new Airbus A321neo aircraft.

Why the “Big” Destinations are a Trap in 2026

If you are looking at Majorca or Ibiza for August 2026, you’ve probably noticed the prices are eye-watering. Because Jet2 has expanded so rapidly at Gatwick and Bournemouth this year, everyone is flocking to the household names.

The 2026 easyJet Reality: “Small” is the New Standard

If you haven’t flown easyJet since 2025, the rules have tightened. As of April 2026, the “Small Underseat Cabin Bag” is the only thing included in your base fare. If your bag doesn’t fit the 45 x 36 x 20 cm sizer, you aren’t just paying a upgrade—you are paying a £48 “Gate Baggage Fee.”