'It's real value for money!' Sure-fire ways to cut the cost of your next trip away

There are plenty of ways to trim the costs of an unforgettable summer getaway without losing any of the feel-good factor.

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The skies are blue, the sun is finally shining, and summer feels just within reach.

But with the rising cost of living, many of us are thinking twice before splurging on extravagant holidays this year. Instead, we're looking for smart ways to cut back on travel expenses.

Here, travel experts share their best tips and tricks for saving money on your summer getaway.

Utilise technology

"Use multiple flight search engines to search for flights and have price alerts set up on your phone which will notify when the price drops for your preferred route," recommends Gavin Lapidus, company director at travel company eShores.

"Browser extension tools can also track flight prices, find deals, and search for coupon codes."

Social media can also come in handy for this too.