Last minute travelling
Last minute travel has become a part of everyday life which is a wonderful thing if you are an impulse traveller.
There is most definitely a trick to getting the best deals and products for your last minute getaways.
Word of mouth - has anyone you know travelled last minute? Find out who has and more importantly, which company they travelled with. Then find out what their thoughts and experiences were, positive and negative.
The internet is a bottomless resource where you can research products and services, companies, destinations, hotels, and get independent feedback from people who have already used those services.
The beauty of last minute holidays is that they can give you great value for money if you plan it right.
Package deals are generally better value if you are booking a last minute getaway whereas booking your travel and accommodation separately can turn out to be quite expensive. Check exactly what is included in the package to see if extras like hotel transfers and meals are included, and if there are any additional costs like administration or booking fees that could drive up the overall cost of the trip. Do a spot check to see how much it would cost to buy the travel and accommodation separately - you might get a pleasant surprise!
If you book your flights online, make sure you have planned enough time for transit (min. 2 hours) as the majority of International airports can get very busy, especially during school holidays.
And remember to get your travel insurance. If you do travel a lot last minute for business or pleasure then you should consider multi-trip or annual travel insurance so you'll be organised whenever you decide to go.
