{"id":33903,"date":"2020-11-23T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-23T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=33903"},"modified":"2022-10-24T11:21:46","modified_gmt":"2022-10-24T10:21:46","slug":"planning-a-last-minute-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/planning-a-last-minute-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning a Last-Minute Holiday? Here Are Our Top Tips (Updated 2022)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Although planning a holiday in advance has its advantages, there are also benefits with booking last minute. For example, you may get rewarded with a great hotel deal or a discount on an in-destination activity like scuba diving. So, if you\u2019re thinking about embracing spontaneity and booking a last-minute holiday, read on for our top tips to make it a stress-free experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"706\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/suganth-yAV-5jb1pyA-unsplash-min-1024x706.jpg\" alt=\"Man sitting alone in empty airport\" class=\"wp-image-33915 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/suganth-yAV-5jb1pyA-unsplash-min-1024x706.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/suganth-yAV-5jb1pyA-unsplash-min-900x621.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/suganth-yAV-5jb1pyA-unsplash-min-434x299.jpg 434w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/suganth-yAV-5jb1pyA-unsplash-min-868x599.jpg 868w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/suganth-yAV-5jb1pyA-unsplash-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/706;\" \/><figcaption>Familiarise yourself with the fine print before booking | \u00a9 <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/yAV-5jb1pyA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suganth\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be flexible with dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexibility is the key to last-minute travel. Being flexible with your travel dates will mean you\u2019re able to secure better deals (and generally, this advice is true whether you\u2019re travelling during a pandemic or not). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, travelling on Christmas Day is likely to be cheaper than on Christmas Eve, as fewer people are willing to sacrifice the 25th of December to a plane or train journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be flexible with your plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as being flexible with dates, if you\u2019re planning to travel now or in the near future, it\u2019s worth bearing in mind that restrictions are rapidly changing and you may be faced with the prospect of a cancelled trip or the requirement for isolation on your return. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s wise to build some degree of flexibility into your travel plans and be prepared with a Plan B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ellen-jenni-6JvDFEoiMC0-unsplash-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"People walking through an empty train station in Switzerland\" class=\"wp-image-33911 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ellen-jenni-6JvDFEoiMC0-unsplash-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ellen-jenni-6JvDFEoiMC0-unsplash-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ellen-jenni-6JvDFEoiMC0-unsplash-min-434x289.jpg 434w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ellen-jenni-6JvDFEoiMC0-unsplash-min-868x579.jpg 868w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ellen-jenni-6JvDFEoiMC0-unsplash-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption>Stay flexible to score the best deals | \u00a9 <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/6JvDFEoiMC0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ellen Jenni\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understand the fine print<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to read up on the cancellation policies for your flight, adventure, and\/or hotels. Many airlines have relaxed their policies and are offering flexible booking options meaning it should be easy to change your plans if need be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check at the time of booking your hotel whether it allows you to cancel or change the dates of your stay at short notice, so you don\u2019t get caught out if travel restrictions in your area change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t forget travel insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel insurance is complicated at the moment, with different providers offering different levels of cover for COVID-related cancellations. If you already have travel insurance &#8211; an annual policy, for example &#8211; take a look at the fine print to see what terms and conditions have been added for coronavirus cancellations and disruptions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re booking a last-minute trip and don\u2019t have any insurance, make sure to check out a variety of providers to see what they offer. 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Not only will they be able to source the best value trips for your money, but they will also prove invaluable in helping you to secure a refund should you need it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consider a group or private adventure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never taken an organised group or private adventure before, perhaps now is the time to try one. They offer the opportunity to pack a whole load of activities and sightseeing into a long weekend, week, fortnight, or longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re booking last-minute, it means you\u2019ve got a pre-planned trip ready for you, with no legwork required on your end to plan. You can get some great deals on adventures when you book closer to the departure date, and many operators are offering flexibility so you can re-book for a later date if your plans have to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/chang-duong-Sj0iMtq_Z4w-unsplash-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Group of people silhouettes at sunrise\" class=\"wp-image-33910 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/chang-duong-Sj0iMtq_Z4w-unsplash-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/chang-duong-Sj0iMtq_Z4w-unsplash-min-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/chang-duong-Sj0iMtq_Z4w-unsplash-min-434x289.jpg 434w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/chang-duong-Sj0iMtq_Z4w-unsplash-min-868x579.jpg 868w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/chang-duong-Sj0iMtq_Z4w-unsplash-min.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption>Group tours take the stress out of last-minute travel planning | \u00a9 <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/Sj0iMtq_Z4w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chang Duong\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Thinking of booking a last-minute adventure? 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