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Scottish Sun
02-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Reason why you should never book a hotel or holiday on you laptop revealed
Plus, we reveal more holiday hacks to help you save cash this summer GOOD TRIP TIP Reason why you should never book a hotel or holiday on you laptop revealed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EXPERTS have revealed the reason why you should never book a hotel or holiday on your laptop. With summer upon us, many will be scouring the likes of and Expedia for a last-minute getaway. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 We share a hack which can help you save on you next holiday booking Credit: Getty But if you are thinking of booking a holiday on your laptop, you might want to think twice. That is because you could end up paying more than customers who book the same deal via their smart phone. Hotel and holiday groups often have special deals for mobile and app users to help drive traffic to their websites. Sarah Coles, head of personal finance at Hargreaves Lansdown, said it is the firms' business to "persuade you to download the app." "They can collect more of your data and target you more effectively to persuade you to book again." Mobile only pricing is also used as a marketing tool to help drive more sales. Tom Church, co-founder of discount code platform found a £16 price difference for the same hotel found on He said: "A hotel in Granada, the Pension Venecia Gomerez, was £163 per night on the computer, but on the mobile app it was £147 per night, £16 cheaper." Research by The Sun also found the booking website was offering mobile customers a £112 discount on a hotel in Benidorm if they booked via the app. The Hotel Flats Friends Mar Blau costs £412 on the website but £300 if you secure the deal on your phone. My dream pool was £40,000 so I DIYd my own 18ft version in February all for this summer heatwave - it's saved me £37,000 The same goes for Expedia, with mobile users getting a £150 discount on a stay at the Hotel Ronda House in Barcelona. It is worth noting that prices may vary depending on what time of year you booking your holiday. Martyn James, consumer expert, said: "It might seem illogical and strange, but booking using a phone app can get you a big discount. "Regardless, always check the app before you book - but make sure you look at the hotel's website or app direct too, in case they have even better rates." MORE HOLIDAY HACKS If you are planning a trip abroad this summer, it is important to be clued up so you don't risk loosing cash. For example, customers should avoid exchanging money at the airport as you face paying higher fees. Money exchange hubs at the airport tend to a captive market, so firms can charge a higher premium for using the service. Kara Gammell, personal finance expert at MoneySuperMarket, previously told The Sun: "Don't wait to buy your travel money at the airport as you will pay a premium. "And never pay for your currency with a credit card as paying on plastic means you'll be charged a 'cash advance fee." This fee is charged on ATM withdrawals but also on transactions such as online gambling and buying foreign currency. You should also be aware that banks tend to charge customers a fee for using their debit or credit card abroad. NatWest charges customers a 2.75% fee for spending your debit card abroad. But plenty of banks, such as Monzo, do not charge for this service.
South Wales Guardian
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Kellogg's Coco Pops Straws among discontinued cereals back at B&M
Kellogg's is known for a range of different cereal brands including Corn Flakes, Coco Pops, Frosties and Crunchy Nut. However, the company cut back its cereal range in 2024, axing several products. In August, Kellogg's revealed it had discontinued Coco Pops Rocks, despite some shoppers labelling it the "best cereal ever made". It later revealed it has also axed Crunchy Nut and Caramel Bites from its range. But in good news for cereal lovers, two other previously discontinued Kellogg's products have returned to B&M stores. Eagle-eyed shoppers have spotted Coco Pops Straws and Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws on shelves in the UK for the first time since they were discontinued 15 years ago. A post shared by (@latestdealsuk) Both products were initially launched by Kellogg's back in 2005 before being discontinued in 2010. Fans have already begun taking to social media to share their excitement about the return of the two cereals Brits were "obsessed" with. One person, commenting about the return of the Coco Pops Straws, said: "I forgot about these, need to get some!" RECOMMENDED READING: While another cereal lover, posting about Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws, commented: "Omg I had these w[h]en I was a kid I'm now 41." Someone else posted: "Cereal straws are making a comeback at bm_stores nostalgia in every bite!" Have you spotted Coco Pops Straws or Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws in B&M yet?
North Wales Chronicle
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Kellogg's Coco Pops Straws among discontinued cereals back at B&M
Kellogg's is known for a range of different cereal brands including Corn Flakes, Coco Pops, Frosties and Crunchy Nut. However, the company cut back its cereal range in 2024, axing several products. In August, Kellogg's revealed it had discontinued Coco Pops Rocks, despite some shoppers labelling it the "best cereal ever made". It later revealed it has also axed Crunchy Nut and Caramel Bites from its range. But in good news for cereal lovers, two other previously discontinued Kellogg's products have returned to B&M stores. Eagle-eyed shoppers have spotted Coco Pops Straws and Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws on shelves in the UK for the first time since they were discontinued 15 years ago. A post shared by (@latestdealsuk) Both products were initially launched by Kellogg's back in 2005 before being discontinued in 2010. Fans have already begun taking to social media to share their excitement about the return of the two cereals Brits were "obsessed" with. One person, commenting about the return of the Coco Pops Straws, said: "I forgot about these, need to get some!" RECOMMENDED READING: While another cereal lover, posting about Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws, commented: "Omg I had these w[h]en I was a kid I'm now 41." Someone else posted: "Cereal straws are making a comeback at bm_stores nostalgia in every bite!" Have you spotted Coco Pops Straws or Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws in B&M yet?
