After months of lectures, exams and coursework deadlines, you really deserve a holiday. Whether you're looking for an action-packed city break or a relaxing summer getaway, we've got you covered.
Check out these cheap summer getaways that are perfect when you're on a student budget.
A city break allows you to experience a brand new culture within a short space of time. With its historic buildings, local delicacies and famous thermal baths, Budapest is the ideal city break to fit your student budget. Separated by the River Danube, Budapest is a city of two halves - old 'Buda' on one side and modern 'Pest' on the other - easily commutable by foot or using public transport.
Overall, Budapest is an affordable city but there's also plenty you can do at no extra cost to yourself, such as:
Top tip:
Use flight comparison sites like Skyscanner or sign up to flight deals services like Jack's Flight Club to find budget flights for your next city break.
2. The Beach Getaway: Barcelona
Enjoy a beach holiday and city break in the stunning capital city of the Spanish region of Catalonia. If gothic architecture is your thing, choose to stay in one of the four districts of Barcelona's Old Town (Ciutat Vella) where you can enjoy gelato, tapas, cocktails and visit favourite spots such as the cathedral of Barcelona, Ponte del Bisbe (The Bishop Bridge) and the famous Las Ramblas. You don't have to venture far to get to Barceloneta beach, either, and it's a short underground ride to both the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, a must do for fans of Gaudi.
Top tip:
Book your summer getaway with a specialist student travel agency such as StudentUniverse to find student-focused holidays that offer student discounts.
3. The Interrailing Adventure: Europe
Can't pick one place to visit? An interrail pass can be super cheap and enable you to visit multiple countries rather than just one. If you're traveling from the UK, you can buy an Interrail Global Pass that covers train travel in 33 European countries. A few days in France followed by a week in Italy or a tour of Scandinavia: the choice is yours!
Top tip:
Shop around for budget accommodation whilst you're interrailing. Hostels are a great way to meet other student travelers but some hotels can work out cheaper.