Expect to pay more for travel in 2015

It appears then that, in a way, nothing is changing.  Those of us with larger curiosities and smaller wallets should head to those places considered iffy by well-healed tourists, such as Egypt and Thailand with political stability a question, places in recession like China, and avoid those where big events will take place, like Brazil.  Personally, I see nothing to worry about, DrF.

The price increases anticipated are above the rate of inflation, but careful shoppers can usually find deals and bargains.  And if nothing else, you can always travel somewhere you've never been that's close to home.  Or set up a tent in a National Park and go exploring there.

There are always options for those with the will to find them.

Travelling "out of season" has wonderful rewards.

When the kids are in school time and avoiding national holidays are a great bonus.

I've used airports in Scotland because they have differing school breaks from England.

And saved £££££'s. But now the kids are adults I can still use the lessons I've learned.

I don't think the American side of the pond enjoy "Bartering and Haggling" as much as Europeans do.