British holidaymakers can still enjoy their place in the sun

Despite 83 per cent of people wanting a holiday abroad this year, the unpredictable exchange rate is putting many off booking*. But British holidaymakers can still enjoy their break in the sun with cottages4you – the UK’s leading supplier of self catering cottages and villas, has today announced it has taken action to protect its customers against the uncertainty of travelling abroad.

It’s ‘No Currency Surcharge’ means prices for 2009 European holidays will not be affected by further fluctuations in the exchange rate.

Geoff Cowley, managing director at cottages4you, said: “While people still want a European break we understand that, in the current volatile climate, holidaymakers won’t want to pay a penny more than they need to. Because we took action last year by purchasing our Euro requirement, we can safeguard our customers against any further exchange rate fluctuations in 2009. Those booking with us for European holidays this year can rest safe in the knowledge their accommodation price will not be affected by changes in the exchange rate, as it might with some other companies or by booking direct with the owner.

“Self catering holidays offer fantastic value for money. For example, with cottages4you, prices for a French villa start at £6 per person per night. In addition, as a large travel company, we are ATOL and ABTA bonded, adhering to strict codes of conduct to provide high levels of customer service and ensuring full protection for customers’ package holidays and money – support which you may not necessarily receive if booking direct with some smaller, independent companies.”

With over 15,000 properties across Europe, there is plenty of choice. Spain is currently proving popular and there is still availability in France, Italy, Portugal and Ireland over the May Spring break and Summer holidays. For further information, log on to Cottages4you.co.uk.

*Sources: ABTA Survey 2008 and Visit Britain Credit Crunch Survey.