Six Reasons to Choose a Self-Catering Holiday in Europe

Who knew a kitchen could make all the difference?

When you take a holiday, it should be stress-free. You shouldnâ€™t have to worry about added costs, family members getting in each otherâ€™s way or feeling confined by the choices of your chosen destination.

Is it any wonder, then, that the European self-catering holiday has become increasingly popular over the last few years? More people are choosing flexibility, space and freedom over traditional holidays and for good reason.

When you choose a self-catering holidayÂ§, it means that youâ€™ve chosen to stay in an accommodationâ€”a flat, cottage or some other type of lodgingâ€”that comes equipped with a kitchen. If that doesnâ€™t sound like a big deal, consider the following six reasons to choose a self-catering holiday:

You save money. A lot of money. When you have a kitchen, you donâ€™t have to eat out for every meal. Stopping by the local market or picking up some basic foodstuffs from the local grocery is significantly less expensive than handing over cash for yet another restaurant meal.
You eat healthier. When you have control over what you cook, chances are youâ€™ll eat smaller portions and make healthier choices. Self-catering holidays are particularly appealing for those with dietary restrictions or who are on special diets because they allow for control and flexibility in food choices.
Your schedule is more flexible. When you choose a self-catering holiday, you arenâ€™t confined by the hours set by local restaurants. You also have more freedom to make what you want when you feel like it. If the urge to eat breakfast foods late in the evening, nothing says you canâ€™t whip up some bacon and eggs for dinner.
You save time. No more standing in long lines or waiting for someone to take your order at the local restaurant. In order to enjoy a meal, all you have to do is walk to the kitchen and make it yourself. This can be particularly helpful if you have to grab a meal to go because youâ€™re in a hurry.
You (sometimes) have more space. Though accommodations in many large cities such as London are often as small as those without kitchens, you may be rewarded with larger lodging. Some self-catering accommodations not only include kitchens but also sitting rooms and additional bedrooms. This can be particularly appealing if you are traveling with your family or a large group. Larger self-catering lodging allows everyone to have more space, which can help keep stress to a minimum, especially when you are spending all day, every day with the same people.
You still find joy in local dining. Instead of dreading yet another meal on the town, youâ€™ll continue to find eating out to be a worthwhile and fun activity while you are on holiday because itâ€™s still a treat. Trying local foods is one of the true joys of experiencing a new place, but when it becomes tiresome and habitual, it loses its appeal. By taking advantage of self-catering holidays, you continue to make dining out an integral and interesting part of your getaway.

Many thanks to JoAnna Haugen

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