During my youth I never had the urge to travel. I had a desire to experience new things and enjoy my time as much as possible, but that never really transferred into wonderlust; it was some six years between a trip to New York and finally booking my next trip to the coast of Spain. Not exactly extravagant, but those moments on the beach and in the sun definitely ignited something in me that's burned brightly ever since. Maybe it's a desire that grows with an increasingly stressful and busy life, but now I constantly want to be somewhere other than the UK - even if for only a few days. This year I've already been to New York, Paris and Brussels, soon to be followed by Mallorca and Antigua, but I'm always on the look out for fab last minute deals that offer an excuse for me to jet away and immerse myself in a different culture. If, like me, you have an increasing desire to fly away but are a bit rubbish at organising it ahead of schedule, then I've five top tips for saving money when booking a last minute break. Because that means more Euros to spend on mojitos.
PACKAGE DEALS CAN OFFER HUGE DISCOUNTS
Although you may naturally think booking your own flights, accommodation and excursions will save you money, the majority of the time package (or all inclusive deals) actually work out far cheaper - especially last minute. Research online what options there are and what they include, looking particularly for deals that cover practically everything you're going to need (flights...