The City Break Episode: Secret Travel Hacks & Hidden Gem Destinations

The Travel Podcast

In this episode, EasyJet Holidays’ Dom Carrick reveals the insider tricks that seasoned travellers use to get the most sightseeing time for the lowest price – and how to avoid paying premium rates for flights and hotels.

But that's not all. Think you know Europe’s top city break destinations? Some of the bestsellers might surprise you – and Dom shares which cities are rising stars for 2024.

And if you thought city breaks weren’t family-friendly, Dom busts the myth and explains how to make short-haul trips work with kids.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

03:06 – The secret ‘shoulder seasons’ when flights and hotels are cheaper, but the cities are even better

05:54 – Budget vs luxury: How to upgrade your city break experience without breaking the bank

07:15 – Europe’s most-booked city breaks – and the rising stars that are trending for 2024

11:27 – The best city breaks for families with young kids (and how to avoid common mistakes!)

14:25 – New and unexpected city break routes – could these be the next must-visit places?

16:40 – Planning your itinerary? The biggest mistake most travellers make on short breaks

24:19 – The hidden costs of Disneyland Paris – and how to cut them down dramatically

Planning a city break isn’t just about booking flights and hotels – it’s about making sure every detail is perfect.

A Not Just Travel Consultant can:

1. Find the best flights so you maximise sightseeing time
2. Recommend the right area to stay in – so you’re close to the action but away from tourist traps
3. Book excursions in advance – so you don’t waste time queueing

Find your nearest NJT Consultant now – head to notjusttravel.com and enter your postcode.

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