You are able to pay a deposit to secure your holiday unless you’re booking within 12 weeks of the departure date (and if this is the case, you’ll need to pay the whole thing in one go). The amount you’ll pay for your deposit will be per person and entirely depends on the overall cost of the trip that you’ve decided to book. The amount will be broken down for you at checkout.
When do I have to pay for my First Choice holiday?
If you’ve booked and secured your holiday with a deposit, you’ll need to pay the outstanding balance 12 weeks before you travel. Payment can be made by logging in online, or by calling customer services on 0203 451 2688.
Can I change my holiday destination at First Choice?
Amendments to your booking can certainly be made, but it all depends on when you make these changes in relation to your departure date. Charges usually apply, and a breakdown of these costs (and further information) can be found in the terms and conditions.
Low Deposit FAQs
How do low deposits work?
Through First Choice, you can secure holidays with deposits of as little as £75.00 per person. They’re designed to offer you greater flexibility when booking and to help spread the cost of a holiday that might otherwise be unaffordable. You’ll be shown a deposit breakdown before you confirm your booking, meaning you can be fully prepared when the following payment amount is due.
Can I book a long-haul holiday with a low deposit?
Yes, you can - low deposits aren’t just restricted to short-haul holidays! That being said, the price brackets change ever so slightly. For short or mid-haul holidays, deposits start from as low as £75.00 per person; for long-haul holidays,, deposits start at £125.00 per person (or £300.00 per family).
How far in advance must I book a holiday with a low deposit?
Deposits aren’t available for holidays that have a departure date within 12 weeks of placing a booking. Beyond this, you can take advantage of low deposits (on eligible holidays).
When must I pay off the remainder of my holiday?
Low deposits are split into two payments - you pay 70% of the deposit upfront before paying the remainder eight weeks later. Once the deposit has been paid off, you can arrange payment for the remaining outstanding holiday amount. A full price breakdown will be provided so you’ll know what to pay and when.
Can I cancel my low-deposit holiday?
Yes, you can. However, if you book using the low deposit scheme and then cancel your holiday, you must pay the total deposit price and incur additional cancellation fees.
Are low deposit holidays ATOL protected?
Yes, all flights and flight-inclusive holidays on the low deposit scheme are ATOL-protected. Once you’ve made your booking, you’ll receive an ATOL certificate.
Discount FAQs
Does First Choice offer free child places?
Yes, they do! You can find free child place offers on 1000s of holidays for this year and beyond! The best way to find them is by heading to the First Choice website, hovering over the 'Deals' tab and then clicking on the 'Free Kids Place Finder' option.
Does First Choice offer an NHS or carer discount?
Although they don’t offer an NHS discount directly, First Choice’s sister company, TUI, definitely does. They have introduced ‘Holidays for Heroes’, an initiative designed to bring deserved savings to all the NHS staff who worked so tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Other FAQs
Are all First Choice holidays all-inclusive?
Whilst First Choice do have a large selection of all-inclusive holidays, they also offer a variety of other services - ranging from flights, room-only hotel bookings, multi-destination trips and more.
What time does First Choice open?
First Choice customer service lines are open between 9 am - 7 pm Monday to Friday, 9 am - 7 pm on Saturday and 10 am - 5 pm on Sunday. For out-of-hours contact, it’s always worth trying to get in touch via social media platforms; with customer service reps on hand to help seven days a week. For store opening hours, you can use their store locator online.
Are First Choice and TUI the same?
First Choice has been part of the wider TUI Group since 2007. Although they have a standalone website, many of the hotels on offer are TUI-owned; providing more options to customer who are looking to book their next holiday.
Our First Choice Money-Saving Tips
Kids can travel and stay for free! Yes, you read that right. First Choice and TUI offer a free ‘kids’ place’ on selected holidays on new bookings. This covers the cost of flights, hotels, transfers, and food and drink (depending on board). This deal applies to one child per party with a minimum of two full-paying adults, and currently, deals are available for children aged 15 and under.
It’s always worth checking First Choice’s ‘Deal of the Month’ page, where you might find something that takes your fancy. More often than not, these deals provide substantial savings on stays and cover various holiday types.
Be sure to browse through First Choice’s ‘Extras’ page. Here, you’ll find all the add-ons you might need for your trip, including discounted airport parking, airport hotels, seat selection, travel insurance and competitive rates on currency exchange.
If you’re looking for a last-minute getaway, then be sure to visit First Choice’s ‘Last Minute Holidays’ page. From Spain to Florida and Greece to the Dominican Republic, a huge range of deals are available for those on the hunt for something spontaneous.
If you’re open-minded about holiday dates, it may be worth looking at out-of-season options. Prices will be cheaper as there is less demand and resorts and tourist hotspots are often less crowded. This tactic will save you money and may also suit those wanting to experience slightly cooler temperatures (depending on your destination, of course).
Wave goodbye to the same old family trips with a SplashWorld holiday by First Choice. The activities will keep the little ones busy for hours on end, and they’ll also offer you huge savings. You’ll gain free, unlimited access to a top water park, with transfers included in the price for those not onsite. There are even Kids’ Clubs for those who prefer dry land to water and free WI-FI for all guests.
Start by visiting the MyVoucherCodes First Choice page and clicking on the deal that takes your fancy. A separate window will appear, showing you the code, which can then be copied.
MyVoucherCodes will redirect you to the First Choice website automatically. All you need to do is visit the previous window.
Browse the website and select your dream getaway.
Once you’ve found it, click ‘continue’ next to the package price in the top right-hand corner.
You will be taken to your holiday summary, where you can customise your experience further.
Scroll all the way down to the price breakdown and apply your First Choice promo code by entering it in the appropriate box.
Click ‘apply’, and the package price will change.
Proceed with the rest of your checkout, pay, and start looking forward to your well-deserved holiday.
How do we source discount codes?
At MyVoucherCodes, we’re lucky to have a team of hard-working individuals who are dedicated to finding you the best possible discount codes, deals and offers that are currently available. We also work closely with retailers to secure exclusive promotions; providing you with unique savings that you won’t find anywhere else.
We keep in touch with retailers and brands
Based in London, our Commercial team is a key part of everything we do. They know the industry, and they work tirelessly to build relationships with big-name retailers in order to secure exclusive offers and rewards that are then passed on to our customers. They keep their ear to the ground for any upcoming offers and sale events too, meaning we’re always ahead of the game when it comes to updating our website.
Our team scours the web for discounts
They work in tandem with our Deal Experts, who can be found at our Cardiff office. These deal-finding wizards scour the web for all of the best discounts and promotions around, before loading them onto our website for customers to enjoy. They also work closely with affiliate networks that keep us informed of the latest offers for the retailers they represent. Our dedicated retailer pages are updated at least twice a week, meaning you can be confident that the voucher codes you’re seeing are up-to-date and valid.
We share our money-saving knowledge
On our retailer pages, you’ll notice in-depth information about the brand and researched hints and tips on how to save money when shopping online. This is where our Category Editors come in - they know a thing or two when it comes to savvy shopping. From technology, health & beauty and fashion to food & drink, home & garden and travel, they keep all pages up to date with content that is designed to make your shopping experience that little bit easier and to help you save money in the process. For more information on the MyVoucherCodes team and the company as a whole, be sure to check out our About Us page.
What if my discount code doesn't work?
As a collaborative team, we do our best to ensure that incorrect or outdated discount codes and offers aren’t listed on any of our retailer pages. To do this, we test the codes ourselves to make sure that they work and aim to give as much guidance as possible with regard to how they are supposed to be used.
However, sometimes details change or codes expire without us knowing. If you find this to be the case, you can get in touch by emailing info@myvouchercodes.co.uk or by visiting our contact page.
How we make money
Using our discount codes is totally free, although we understand that this may seem too good to be true. Like all businesses, we need to make money, and we do this via commission-based relationships with brands and retailers - we earn a small percentage from the retailer every time someone uses a code on our website or clicks through to a sale.
We also make money by offering the brands we work with the chance to buy some extra space on our website, in turn giving more exposure to their biggest and best discounts. And that’s it! By using this model, we’re able to do what we do without charging our customers a penny.
As a former sports journalist and content creator, I swapped the press box for a permanent desk several years ago. Since giving match reports the red card, I have enjoyed developing my writing and research skills in a few other areas, and now I spend my time doing something I really enjoy - sharing the best ways to save on travel with our wonderful readers.
I love nothing more than exploring different parts of the world and learning about new cultures (and taking in the occasional sporting fixture, if at all possible). I’m just as happy on a quick city break in Lisbon as I am navigating my way across the width of America, and firmly believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy travelling regardless of their budget.
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About First Choice
Founded in 1973, First Choice has firmly established itself as one of the largest travel agencies in the UK. Following a merger with TUI in 2007, they have since operated under their German sister company's friendly and reassuring red-smiled logo.With 180 destinations on its books worldwide, First Choice continues to boast a first-class selection of holiday options. From beach stays and city breaks in Europe to experiences further afield in continents such as North America, Africa and Asia, there’s bound to be something on offer here to tantalise the tastebuds of any tempted traveller.
As a former sports journalist and content creator, I swapped the press box for a permanent desk several years ago. Since giving match reports the red card, I have enjoyed developing my writing and research skills in a few other areas, and now I spend my time doing something I really enjoy - sharing the best ways to save on travel with our wonderful readers.
I love nothing more than exploring different parts of the world and learning about new cultures (and taking in the occasional sporting fixture, if at all possible). I’m just as happy on a quick city break in Lisbon as I am navigating my way across the width of America, and firmly believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy travelling regardless of their budget.
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