With the British weather looking as unpredictable as ever, it's time to dodge the drizzle and grab a late deal to sunnier climes. Hays Travel are the UK's largest independently-owned travel agent and have a huge choice of late deal holidays to choose from this summer.
Whether you're looking for a cruise, city break or beach holiday, Hays Travel's wide selection of trips is bound to include something to suit you. But what is the most affordable option if you're looking for a late getaway?
"Avoiding the Euro is always a good idea," says Emily, editor of the Hays Travel blog, "Often spending money can be the thing that makes a holiday more expensive, so even if it costs slightly more to head out of the Euro zone, it can pay dividends in the long run."
Indeed, holidays to Turkey are among the most popular among British holidaymakers this year, as they seek to make their pound go a lot further than it would in EU countries. Holidays in Egypt are also a popular choice. But what if you want to stick to European countries?
"More traditional destinations like Spain and Greece are still a big hit for family holidays," says Emily. "This is especially the case with Spain, as many families with younger children prefer the shorter flight."
If you do travel to Spain, the Balearic Islands or other European destinations, Hays Travel recommend grabbing a late deal on an all inclusive holiday.
"All inclusive holidays give you control," says Emily. "You know before you have even got on the plane that your spending money is covered. All of your food and drink and many activities are already paid for – which gives you complete piece of mind."
Apart from all inclusive holidays, what other tips do Hays have for affordable summer holidays?
"Cruises." says Emily, "We have some brilliant deals on late cruises this summer and they can be incredible value for money."
With so many destinations packed into one trip and all food and entertainment included on board the ship, cruises offer an exciting holiday for one price. Cruises are becoming increasingly popular for family holidays, as parents take advantage of the on board kids' clubs and outstanding children's entertainment on some ships.
As well as great late deals on family holidays, Hays Travel also offer a huge choice of party holidays for 18-30 year olds to favourite clubbing destinations like Ibiza, Malia, Laganas and Kavos.
Those looking to travel further afield in search of value will be impressed by Hays Travel's portfolio of long haul late deals. Recent offers have included summer 2011 holidays to Cape Town, Dubai, The Maldives and America.
"Some of the best value holidays are to fantastic faraway destinations," says Emily, "We've got some brilliant late deals to some of the world's most exciting places."
Whether you're looking for a cruise, city break or beach holiday, Hays Travel's wide selection of trips is bound to include something to suit you. But what is the most affordable option if you're looking for a late getaway?
"Avoiding the Euro is always a good idea," says Emily, editor of the Hays Travel blog, "Often spending money can be the thing that makes a holiday more expensive, so even if it costs slightly more to head out of the Euro zone, it can pay dividends in the long run."
Indeed, holidays to Turkey are among the most popular among British holidaymakers this year, as they seek to make their pound go a lot further than it would in EU countries. Holidays in Egypt are also a popular choice. But what if you want to stick to European countries?
"More traditional destinations like Spain and Greece are still a big hit for family holidays," says Emily. "This is especially the case with Spain, as many families with younger children prefer the shorter flight."
If you do travel to Spain, the Balearic Islands or other European destinations, Hays Travel recommend grabbing a late deal on an all inclusive holiday.
"All inclusive holidays give you control," says Emily. "You know before you have even got on the plane that your spending money is covered. All of your food and drink and many activities are already paid for – which gives you complete piece of mind."
Apart from all inclusive holidays, what other tips do Hays have for affordable summer holidays?
"Cruises." says Emily, "We have some brilliant deals on late cruises this summer and they can be incredible value for money."
With so many destinations packed into one trip and all food and entertainment included on board the ship, cruises offer an exciting holiday for one price. Cruises are becoming increasingly popular for family holidays, as parents take advantage of the on board kids' clubs and outstanding children's entertainment on some ships.
As well as great late deals on family holidays, Hays Travel also offer a huge choice of party holidays for 18-30 year olds to favourite clubbing destinations like Ibiza, Malia, Laganas and Kavos.
Those looking to travel further afield in search of value will be impressed by Hays Travel's portfolio of long haul late deals. Recent offers have included summer 2011 holidays to Cape Town, Dubai, The Maldives and America.
"Some of the best value holidays are to fantastic faraway destinations," says Emily, "We've got some brilliant late deals to some of the world's most exciting places."