Sale bargains to be found abroad

Believe it or not, shopping and relaxation can go hand in hand. If you find the stampede of sale seekers in London a rather daunting exercise, then why not travel abroad to some of the more bargain friendly destinations where you can enjoy a good break as well as acquiring a new wardrobe?

With their handy shopping guide and comprehensive flight listings, Cheapflights.co.uk, the UK’s leading flight comparison website, can help you do both.

Destination Big Apple

New York is quite possibly the bargain shopper’s paradise. With the pound so strong, your shopping bills can be slashed by as much as a half, so what better time to fly to the Big Apple and pick up a few bargains. For those with a bit more cash put aside, you might want to gear your shopping expedition around department stores like Saks Fifth Avenue, Barney’s, and Bergdorf Goodman. And for those with a slightly humbler budget, Bloomingdales, Soho, and Greenwich Village are a fabulous way to spend the day enjoying not only the shopping, but also great atmosphere, sumptuous restaurants, and fun bars.

Search for flights to New York starting from just £222 return at Cheapflights.co.uk/flights/New-York/London-Area/.

Solo Italiano

Thoughts of Italy are normally linked with delicious food, brilliant architecture, lively people, great wine, and some of history’s greatest artists and intellects. But Italy has more to offer than pizza, pasta, and museums. Milan in particular, is one of the style capitals of this world, highlighted by its famed Fashion Week where many an esteemed designer dreams to be invited. If unique is your preference, up and coming designers can be found on Corso di Porta Ticinese, whereas shoppers on a budget should visit via Montenapoleone 26 and via Fratelli Bronzetti 16.

Search flights to Milan starting from just £89 return at Cheapflights.co.uk/flights/Milan/London-Area/.

The City of Lights

Croissant, hot chocolate served in a bowl, romance, and the flashing lights of the Eiffel Tower are all synonymous with thoughts of Paris. French couture is as legendary as steak tartar, but the fact that Parisian shopping can be relatively inexpensive yet high in quality remains a secret to most. The usual suspects for shoppers include the Champs Elysee, avenue George V, rue de Rivoli, Place Vendôme, avenue Montaigne, and Boulevard St. Germain. Hidden locations such as rue des Francs-Bourgeois, rue Vieille-du-Temple, rue de Rennes, Bon Marche, and rue Oberkampf offer a combination of Japanese designers – among others – and quality bargain shopping.

Search flights to Paris starting from just £97 return at Cheapflights.co.uk/flights/Paris/London-Area/.

The Vegas of the Middle East

“It’s like Vegas without the casinos” – so they say, but whatever you want to call it, Dubai has become a top travel destination. Erected upon the sands of the UAE desert, this rapidly growing, dynamic city has much to offer. Although style is not necessarily associated with the Middle East, believe it or not, this city within a desert contains some of the best shopping this world has to offer. The most popular shopping locations include Mall of the Emirates, Villa Moda, Mercato, Jumeirah Centre, Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai Outlet Mall, Burj Dubai Downtown, and Wafi Shopping Mall. For a more ethnic shopping experience, visit souks such as Gold Souk, Spice Souk, Food Souk, and Textiles Souk.

Search flights to Dubai starting from just £255 return at Cheapflights.co.uk/flights/Dubai/London-Area/.

For more flight deals and additional shopping tips, visit Cheapflights.co.uk and click on ‘Shopping Abroad’ within the Travel Guide section.

All prices include taxes and fees and are correct at time of publication. Prices are subject to availability.