Aldi Holidays launches with budget travel deals from $449

So we've just survived a sad, cold winter where we've had to endure photos of our friends holidaying in Europe on Instagram. And it has sucked. While they've been flaunting their Euro tans and Aperol Spritzes, we've been rocking the latest Oodie, stressing about the cost of living and risking repetitive strain injury from hitting "mute" on all their stories.

However, now it's our turn to jet off (and gloat) as Aldi has just answered the prayers of every aspiring traveller on a budget. Yep, in addition to slinging everything from pilates machines to mouthwatering snacks, the budget grocery store chain is now enabling Aussie shoppers to plan their next vacation with a range of exclusive ALDI escapes, cruises and tour deals.

The packages start at $449 per person and include sun-drenched locales such as Surfers Paradise, The Whitsundays, Fiji, Thailand or Hawaii. If cruising is more your vibe then perhaps a little jaunt around the Pacific Islands or Japan is more your speed. Fancy shouting "YOLO!" at no one in particular before hitting "BUY NOW" on a ten-day tour of South Africa, Europe or China? You'd better believe your mates at Aldi have got you covered.

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Rodney Balech, Group Director, ALDI Australia told Yahoo Lifestyle, "In an Australian supermarket first, we are giving Aussies the chance to swap out the middle aisle for the middle seat in a Good Different way, with the ALDI Holidays online portal. Holiday seekers can now feel confident they can book value-driven holiday packages. With the first drop of deals starting from just $449 per person to visit QLD, there is something to suit every type of traveller."

How do Aldi Holidays work?

Similar to ALDI’s bi-weekly Special Buys, there will be a limited number of exclusive holiday deals, which will be available until sold out. These holiday deals also give travellers the option to customise their journey with preferred airlines and departure airports across Australia, as well as adjustable lengths of stay and room upgrades. Inclusions vary per package.

Where can I go with Aldi Holidays?

From October 2nd, you can choose from the following packages:

Escapes:

• 5 nights in Daydream Island Resort, Whitsundays – From $899 pp twin share

• 7 nights in Iririki Island Resort & Spa, Vanuatu – From $1,399 pp twin share

• 7 nights in Novotel Phuket, Thailand*** – From $599 pp twin share (flights not included)

• 5 nights in Novotel Surfers Paradise, Queensland*** – From $449 pp twin share (flights not included)

• 7 nights in the Outrigger Resort, Fiji – From $1,799 pp twin share

• 7 nights in Naviti Resort, Fiji – from $1,499 pp twin share

• 6 nights in Waikiki Beach Marriott, Hawaii – from $2,399 pp twin share

• 3 nights Mercure, Gold Coast*** – from $949 per room (flights not included)

• 5 nights Mercure, Gold Coast*** – from $1,299 per room (flights not included)

• 6 nights Grand Mirage, Bali*** – from $1,199 pp twin share (flights not included)

Tours:

• 10 Day Best of South Africa – from $3,990 pp twin share

• 10 Day Best of Sri Lanka – from $2,590 pp twin share

• 15 Day European Odyssey – $4,590 pp

• 10 Day Great Wall & Warriors Tour – $999 pp

Cruises:

• 9 nights Royal Caribbean Cruise through the Pacific Islands***- from $1,499 pp twin share (flights not included)

• 14 nights Celebrity X Cruise through Japan – from $4,990 pp twin share

To bring us these fabulous and affordable deals, Aldi has partnered with Ignite Travel Group, so Aussies bitten by the travel bug can enjoy the destination with exclusive, value-driven holiday packages.

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Says Ryan Thomas, CEO of Ignite, “ALDI Holiday customers can expect incredible savings with these exclusively curated holiday packages including flights, local experiences and more, covering some of the most popular destinations around the world."

So, get packing and warn your mates in advance that there is some serious #vacationspam incoming.

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