lastclock-co-uk|Last Minute Holidays

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Locations in Egypt and Tunisia are the perfect last minute holiday destinations this summer for those looking to save money. The civil unrest in these countries has brought negative publicity to both nations, and consequently holiday prices have plummeted.

However, the British foreign office advises that travel to both countries is still relatively safe, and as long as tourists stay in contact with tour operators they foresee no problems. Summer is a great time of year to visit Egypt, with the resorts in Luxor and Sharm el Sheikh proving to be especially popular summer getaways for many people. Currently these resorts are less than half full, and some hotels have only 5% occupancy and are desperate for tourists. This situation has led to the costs of holidays plummeting between 20 and 50%.

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If you're looking for last minute holidays, a trip to Slovenia can be a good option. Holidays at Lake Garda start from €399 and in Austria from €299.
You can get great value for last minute holidays by an overnight stay and spa treatments at Brooklodge Hotel near Aughrim.
A trip to east Cork at Castlemartyr Resort can also be a good last minute holiday option. Three nights by midweek are available for the price of two at €199pps.
HILLSBOROUGH Garden Festival at Hillsborough Castle can also make your trip memorable if you are looking to go for last minute holidays this weekend.
If you are a mom-to-be and looking for the best last minute holidays, go for a two-nights stay and spa treatments at Wineport Lodge near Athlone.

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Thousands of travelers in the UK will be taking advantage of the long Easter weekend to jet off on last minute holidays to Middle Eastern destinations. For travelers wanting last minute flights, Dubai and Egypt appear to be the favorite destinations. Travel association Abta has reported a boost in bookings to the gleaming city of Dubai and the Egyptian retreats of Cairo and Sharm el Sheikh.

Easter is the traditional start to the summer travel season, and this year in Britain the extra bank holiday due to the Royal Wedding is giving travelers extra incentive to get away on a vacation. Spain remains a popular favorite for many, but people have also been showing interest in North African destinations like Tunisia's Djerba. Britain itself is experiencing some unseasonably warm weather, but those who want guaranteed sun are still flocking to countries where temperatures range in the upper twenties at this time of year.