By: Debbie Wall

People who seem to opt for the more expensive grand hotels who will serve all meals throughout the day are really confining their dining and avoiding exploring the local area. It's understandable when people have mobility issues or simply cannot do quite as much, but staying literally in a hotel can really stop you from getting the most out of a holiday.

These expensive hotels that have already charged you for your meal, make so much when guests decide to simply eat out whilst they're out and about, rather than dining on the hotel grounds. Maybe if you have done this yourself, you should consider a good alternative, such as a B and B, although it has somewhat of a cheap reputation (that's because it won't overcharge you for facilities you do not use). You must of course fill up in the morning and make the most of the breakfast provided to get the best value but this is what most bed and breakfast places will provide anyway.

If you are the sort of family who will look at going out three days of a week then strongly consider just opting for a bed and breakfast because then you can go out a little longer and have meals out at various places and travel around the local attractions more. If you have a young family, taking a cupboard full of snacks will still cover all of your bases as most B and B's will have some kind of restaurant to cover any situation where you need food on site; for the rest of the time you can choose to eat at places more within a budget like a good fish and chips.

A B and B is a great way to make your money stretch a little further this year.