How TopCashback can help you save on travel extras

Booking a holiday can be expensive, and it’s often all those travel extras that can add up: airport transfers, insurance, clothing, accommodation, and other essentials.

TopCashback can save you money on almost every single part of your holiday, from hotels and train tickets to sunscreen and SIM cards.

We’ve got more than 6,000 brands on site, and even if you’ve been a member for a while, there may be travel extras you hadn’t even thought to get cashback on.

Saving a little on each and every holiday add-on means more spending money for your trip, so let’s dive into all the ways we can help you save.

Travel extras to book before you go

Once you’ve booked your holiday, there are some things you’ll want to organise as soon as possible. Booking in advance gives you more options, peace of mind, and usually a better price.

Accommodation

Accommodation is usually the biggest spend, and booking in advance will almost always get you the best price. Super last-minute bookings can achieve that too, although it’s much riskier. Sign up for loyalty programmes to get discounts or earn points with platforms like Expedia, Hotels.com, and IHG.

Depending on where you’re going and who you're with, there are different types of accommodation that can save you money.

Hostels are great for budget travellers and those wanting to socialise in an exciting new city. Sometimes you can get a private hostel room for less than you’d pay for a hotel room. Book with Hostelworld and you can earn cashback on your stays.

Hotels equal comfort and convenience for solo travellers, couples, and small families who will be dining out every day. There are a range of prices, hotel star ratings, and room types at Expedia, Hotels.com, and lastminute.com, with cashback on top from us.

Apartments & aparthotels are ideal for larger parties, longer stays, and those looking to save money by dining in. Choose your own adventure with apartment bookings on Agoda and VRBO, which both feature on our site.

Airport extras

You can inadvertently spend a lot of money at the airport, but with a little planning and money-savvy spending, you don’t have to.

Airport lounges can be booked in advance from just £11 per person (although more commonly £25–£40) with Lounge Pass and TravelSupermarket Airport Lounges. An annual subscription with Priority Pass starts from £69 a year and means you can book any lounge for £24 each time. Both options can work out cheaper than buying refreshments from airport shops. You’ll also enjoy a quieter environment, separate wi-fi network, comfortable seats, and sometimes showers.

Airport transfers can be cheaper and more convenient than paying for parking. Our brands include Holiday Extras, Suntransfers, and Holiday Taxis for you to book a variety of transport options like a shared shuttle, minibus, coach, or private taxi.

Airport parking may be your best option if you live within driving distance and prefer your own transport. Book in advance with a variety of airport-specific parking operators from our site to get the best price. We also have a guide on how to save on airport parking, which includes tips for major hubs like Gatwick, Heathrow, and Manchester Airport.

Insurance

Booking travel insurance isn’t the most fun, but our TopCashback Compare tool definitely makes it easier. Get the best rate for you, the coverage you need, and cashback from it.

Plug in the details of where you’re going, how long, and who’s travelling, then we’ll give you a rundown of the best travel insurance plans for you starting with the cheapest. Using our comparison tool means you can earn an average of £14* for your holiday insurance (or as much as £207*!).

*Based on figures from 2025, cashback amount will vary depending on policy.

Travel money 

Make sure you’re spending money overseas with the best exchange rate, whether you’re charging to a card or withdrawing cash. There are lots of different options for spending while you’re on holiday, and below are the brands that offer cashback.

Money exchange is done before you leave, so if you prefer having cash to keep track of your spending, you can decide how much you want and compare exchange rates. Our money exchange brands that offer cashback include Tesco Travel Money, John Lewis Travel Money, and H&T Travel Money. 

Pre-paid travel cards work just like a debit card and you can load the amount you want for your trip with a good exchange rate. Get boosted cashback rates for higher top-up amounts with brands like Travelex and Asda Travel Money.

Holiday essentials

It’s a little more fun to shop for new outfits and essentials for your upcoming holiday. Some things may even work out cheaper to buy in the UK, like sunscreen. Add in some free cashback, and you’re saving even more money.

Clothing & swimwear: there are all sorts of brands we feature on our site, with popular names like M&S, Matalan, and New Look. We also feature Green Cashback brands that follow ethical practices, like Seasalt Cornwall, Nobody’s Child, and Komodo.

Sunscreen: keep your skin safe and spend less by stocking up from UK retailers like Boots, Superdrug, Clarins UK, Sephora, and The Body Shop.

SIM card: if your UK phone doesn’t work overseas, you can order an international SIM card with brands easySim, Firsty, and Lebara Mobile, or an eSIM with Nomad.

Luggage: need an upgrade for your suitcase or an extra carry-on? Order online from our brands like it Luggage, Samsonite, Briggs & Riley, and Aerolite Luggage.

Water flasks: ditch the single use and keep a refillable flask with you. Our favourite brands for insulated stainless steel water bottles include Hydro Flask, Dunelm, and &Keep.

Travel extras while you’re there 

You can still access the TopCashback site even when you’re overseas. For impromptu trips and last-minute bookings, you can earn cashback on all of the below excursions.

Train, bus & ferry tickets 

Save on day trips to nearby places and book on international websites to avoid the language barrier. If you’re travelling in Europe, you can book tickets on these platforms and earn cashback.

Omio: book trains, ferries, buses, and coaches across popular destinations in Europe.

Trainline: book trains across Europe, including Interrail, EUrail, and Swiss Travel tickets, and coaches with Flixbus.

TrainPal: book trains and buses for seamless travel across Europe. 

Ferryhopper: hop between ferry ports in 33 countries for easy day trips while you’re away.

Car & motorhome hire

If you feel like hiring a car or motorhome for a day or two, you can simplify your search by checking online first. Just like UK car rental, you can compare to find the best deal, which can be more difficult in person, especially in a foreign country.

Goboony: connect with a local motorhome owner in your area and rent their vehicle from £30 a day. It can work out cheaper than driving and staying in a hotel for a weekend trip.

Enterprise: a well-known platform that works across 70 countries, where you can hire a variety of vehicles in Europe and further afield.

Europcar: you’ll get different cashback rates for different locations, with the USA, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as European destinations.

Avis: browse and book a variety of cars and vans across 165 countries worldwide.

Holiday activities & experiences

While you’re away, you might decide you want to add in experience days, excursions, or entertainment tickets. The benefit to booking online is finding last-minute offers, discounts, and loyalty member perks – and of course, cashback!

GetYourGuide: book culinary, adventurous, educational, and fun-filled tours and excursions worldwide. From walking tours and wine tasting to paragliding and day trips, you’ll be accompanied by local experts.

Viator: you’ll find the best excursions and attractions for the US specifically, although they cater to countries across Europe, too. Sign up for their loyalty programme to earn rewards with bookings.

Floridatix: as an official booking platform for Florida theme parks, you can get online tickets for Disney World, Universal, LEGOLAND, and the Kennedy Space Center. Enjoy cheaper prices and queue-skipping when you book in advance.

Gocity: pick one of 28 popular cities and buy passes to cover top attractions for as many days as you want. You’ll save up to 50% compared to buying tickets separately for each attraction. Destinations include Paris, London, Cancun, Chicago, and Singapore.

Tips for getting the most out of TopCashback 

Whether you’re a new member or an existing one, there are lots of tips you might not know for using our site to its fullest. Make your money go further with our favourite ways to save.

Bag a sign-up bonus

Brand new to TopCashback? We’ve got an exclusive £15 sign-up bonus for you when you click the link below, join, and spend £15 at any of the 6,000+ brands we have on site. If it’s money you were going to spend anyway, then you’re getting £15 for free. 

Refer a friend & earn

Existing members can make some money, too. Refer a friend to TopCashback and earn £30* when they join. Once your friend has £10 in their cashback account, you’ll receive your referral bonus, and they’ll receive a £10 bonus.

*Correct at the time of writing, subject to change

Reward Wallet

Once you’ve built up cashback in your account, you can transfer it straight to your bank or boost the amount with brand gift cards. Head to Reward Wallet to turn your existing cashback into more money at brands like M&S, Dunelm, TK Maxx, and Boots with rates of up to 25% cashback*.

*Correct at the time of writing, subject to change

New customers get boosted rates

If you’ve never used a retailer before, you’ll often get a higher cashback amount when you sign up as a new customer. 

Plus membership

We offer two levels of membership: Classic and Plus. Our Classic memberships are totally free, but if you’d like to earn boosted cashback rates, our Plus memberships come with an admin fee of £5 a year, taken from your yearly earnings. In return, you’ll receive exclusive promotions and competitions, rates of up to 25% via Reward Wallet (versus 12.5%), and up to £30 for referring a friend (versus £25).

TopGiftCards

Buy gift cards on our site for in-store (or online) spending on things like clothing and holiday essentials. When you buy gift cards from us, you can earn cashback on them, so you're getting a little extra bang for your buck.

TopGiftCards earn you fast-track cashback and you'll get the card in your inbox in minutes. Enter the code if shopping online or show the gift card at the till when shopping in store.

Suitcase full of savings

Booking travel extras doesn’t have to be as costly as usual; earning cashback on every little booking can go a long way. 

Whether it’s fun essentials like a new swimsuit, or something less exciting like airport parking and travel insurance, it’s always nice to get a deal.

For both existing and new customers alike, we hope we’ve shared some new and useful tips for your next holiday. So, the next time you’re heading away on holiday, see what retailers we offer for you to earn cashback on, no matter how big or small.