Honest pricing review with disclaimers

What Changed:
- Added VERIFIED-PRICES.md with honest assessment
- Added BUDGET-REALITY.md explaining challenges
- Added disclaimers to all option files
- Clearly marked estimates vs verified data

Key Findings:
- Could NOT get live quotes due to cookie popups
- £2,000 budget is VERY TIGHT for July/Aug peak
- Realistic Eurocamp: £1,500-2,500 for 14 nights
- Brittany Ferries: £850-1,100 return with cabin

Verified Data:
- Siblu Kerlann: €250/week (June OFF-PEAK)
- Eurotunnel: £250-400 return avg
- Budgeting Mum: £600/10 nights OFF-PEAK

User action needed:
- Manually check Eurocamp.co.uk
- Consider shorter duration
- Consider gîte instead of mobile home

TIMELINE.md

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+# Booking Timeline & Checklist
+
+## Critical Dates
+
+| When | What | Why |
+|------|------|-----|
+| **Now - March 2026** | Book ferry | Early booking = best prices, choice of dates |
+| **January - February 2026** | Book gîte | High season gîtes go fast in popular areas |
+| **March 2026** | Finalise details | Activities, insurance, car check |
+| **April - June 2026** | Prepare | Packing lists, research specific towns |
+| **18 July 2026** | Depart! | Holiday begins |
+
+---
+
+## Booking Checklist
+
+### Ferry
+- [ ] Check Brittany Ferries prices for chosen route
+- [ ] Compare dates (flexibility saves money)
+- [ ] Book cabin for overnight crossings
+- [ ] Print confirmation
+
+### Accommodation
+- [ ] Browse Gîtes de France for chosen region
+- [ ] Check Airbnb / Booking.com for alternatives
+- [ ] Read reviews carefully
+- [ ] Book and pay deposit
+- [ ] Confirm amenities (kitchen, WiFi, parking, etc.)
+
+### Insurance & Documentation
+- [ ] Travel insurance (family policy)
+- [ ] EHIC/GHIC cards for all (free from NHS website)
+- [ ] Check passports valid (6+ months remaining)
+- [ ] Car insurance covers Europe (call insurer)
+- [ ] European breakdown cover (check if already have)
+
+### Car Preparation
+- [ ] Service check before travel
+- [ ] UK sticker (post-Brexit requirement)
+- [ ] Headlight beam deflectors (for driving on right)
+- [ ] Warning triangle, reflective vests (French legal requirement)
+- [ ] Spare bulbs, first aid kit (recommended)
+
+### Money
+- [ ] Notify bank of travel
+- [ ] Consider travel money card (Wise, Revolut)
+- [ ] Some cash in euros
+
+---
+
+## Money-Saving Tips
+
+1. **Book ferry early** - Brittany Ferries discounts for early bookers
+2. **Stay inland** - Gîtes 20-30 mins from coast are much cheaper
+3. **Self-cater properly** - Cook at gîte most nights
+4. **Mix free and paid activities** - Beaches, villages, markets are free
+5. **Avoid motorways** - Take scenic routes, skip tolls
+6. **Shop at markets** - Cheaper than supermarkets for produce
+7. **Picnic lunches** - Don't eat out for every meal
+8. **Book gîte direct** - Avoid platform fees where possible
+
+---
+
+## Files Reference
+
+| File | Purpose |
+|------|---------|
+| `REQUIREMENTS.md` | Your requirements and constraints |
+| `OPTION-1-northern-spain.md` | Full details for Spain option |
+| `OPTION-2-france-dordogne.md` | Full details for Dordogne option |
+| `OPTION-3-france-brittany.md` | Full details for Brittany option |
+| `SUMMARY.md` | Quick comparison and recommendation |
+| `TIMELINE.md` | This file - booking checklist |
+
+---
+
+*Created: 15 March 2026*