Saving Money In January... While Still Having Fun!

It’s probably fair to say that, for the vast majority of us, January is a bit rubbish. We’ve come down off the high of the twinkly festive season (and may even still be feeling the effects of Christmas indulgence), the weather’s crap, it’s always dark outside and we’ve got no money. What’s left to do but hibernate?

It may well be the month that lasts forever, but that’s no reason to feel blue! There are plenty of ways you can kick up your heels and have a blast in January without having to break the bank… particularly if you make strategically clever use of all those student discounts that are out there right now.

So, with this in mind, here are just five awesome January student discounts for you to have a jolly time without splashing the cash. It’s all about being savvy, you know!

Which of these will you take advantage of first?

1. Book a cheeky weekend away

There’s nothing like a quick staycation to dissipate the January doldrums and you don’t even have to spend lots of money to book a little getaway.

Check out our student travel discount offers for exclusive savings on hotels all over the world, so you don’t even have to stay UK-side if you don’t want to. We’ve got all your bases covered and more.

Enjoy a whopping 25% off accommodation with Hotels.com, or sign up as a member for an extra ten per cent off. Can’t say fairer than that!

Looking for some winter sun? Some of this year’s top picks include Antalya, Tenerife and Albufeira, although - of course - the world is, indeed, your oyster.

And don't forget, TOTUM+ members get access to thousands of discounts worldwide with ISIC, ITIC or IYTC included - find out more here.

2. Get some fresh air

Those January cobwebs can quickly build up - and they can be pretty pesky to get rid of… but that’s where the great outdoors really comes into its own.

A big blast of fresh air does wonders for the soul but, of course, you’ve got to be ready for whatever the weather has to throw at you, so make sure you check out our outdoor clothing discounts to see if you can bag yourself a bargain and keep that rain at bay.

Regatta is one of the leading brands for those of you who love nothing more than camping, biking, hiking, rambling and scrambling, and now you can go on your next adventure fully kitted out for less. Winning!

3. Cook up a feast in the kitchen

We all gotta eat - so we might as well do it properly! January is the perfect time to practise your culinary skills while you hide from the terrible wind, rain and cold, but if you’re not too confident in the kitchen, it can be a bit daunting to get the pots and pans out.

We’ve got a great HelloFresh student discount offer running this month and the convenience of a recipe box filled with fresh pre-portioned ingredients is certainly not something to be sneezed at. (We also don’t generally advise sneezing at your dinner regardless… a health and safety nightmare!)

The most annoying thing about cooking is having to weigh out all those ingredients, but here the hard work is done for you so you can have dinner ready in just 20 minutes or so.

You’ll probably find lots of new ingredients you’ve not tried before, as well, and the meals are all nutritious (not to mention delicious!) so if you’ve got new year’s healthy eating resolutions in mind, that’s this box ticked as well.

4. Indulge in some self-care

The wintry weather can be very harsh on our skin, as well as our mental health, so indulging in a bit of self-care here and there will help revitalise you… especially if you can get all your favourite beauty products at cut-down prices. What could be better than that?

This January, you can get 22 per cent off some premium beauty and skincare products with our LookFantastic student discount, so no matter what’s on your wish list - fragrance, makeup, night cream or serum - you’ll be able to replenish your stocks with the greatest of ease.

5. Get some exercise

Exercise is one of the very best ways to banish the January blues, getting those endorphins flowing, helping you sleep better, helping you feel more connected to your body and helping you radiate positivity and sunshine even if it’s dreary and miserable outside.

One of the most accessible ways to exercise is running. All you really need is a pair of trainers (check out our top 10 best running shoes for every budget) and a bit of motivation, but if you want to up your game a little and really make some progress, then have we got the deal for you!

Bag a bargain with Garmin and our wearable tech discount that will see you score 40 per cent off your dream device. Activity trackers and smartwatches come with built-in sports apps that can help you hit your goals and be more active, whether you’ve been training for a while or are just starting out. That’s the ticket!

6. Check out TOTUM+

So there you have it… some of our very best January student deals and discounts to help you have a good time, no matter what you’re doing.

Saving money doesn’t have to mean sitting in the house and doing nothing and there’s always more than one way to skin a cat, after all - you just need to keep your eyes peeled for all those sweet money-off opportunities and you’ll never be bored again.

And if you’re looking for ways to take your savvy saving ambitions even further, what about checking out our TOTUM+ membership, which could help you save more than £550 a year on your everyday shopping needs.

You’ll find discounts galore on all your favourite restaurants, discounted travel and lots more, as well as hundreds of thousands of discounts in more than 90 countries around the world… so wherever you are, you’ll be saving and having a great time while you’re at it!