10/13/2026
You want the upfront and honest truth? You don't always have to book your vacation years in advance. 🤫
Don’t get me wrong…when you look forward to a planned future getaway it gives you hope of getting through work so you can get to said getaway.
Confession…I, your travel advisor, always advising to book now, didn’t book our July vacation until 10 days before leaving. 🤣
10-days….What?????
While booking ahead certainly has its advantages, the truth is that last-minute travel can be a smart choice, too.
3️⃣ reasons why waiting to plan your vacation isn't always a bad idea:
1. 🤑 You Might Score Incredible Deals
Hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and tour operators don't like empty rooms or unsold cabins and will sometimes offer special promos to fill these rooms.
2. 📆 You Can Travel Based on Your Current Schedule
Life changes quickly. Waiting to book allows you to make travel decisions based on what your calendar actually looks like instead of guessing months or years in advance. 🙌🏻
3. 🙌🏻 Spontaneous Travel Can Be More Exciting
Last-minute trips can open the door to unexpected destinations, new experiences, and adventures you may never have considered otherwise.
⬇️ Here's the bottom line...⬇️
Whether you're an early planner or someone who prefers a spontaneous getaway, there's no single "right" way to travel. The best vacation is the one that fits your budget, schedule, and travel style.
And guess what? 2026 isn’t over yet…so, go ahead and take that trip, even if it's 10 days out.
Are you a last minute trip planner?
📷 1 - weekend trip to Longview
📷 2 - five day trip to St. Louis, MO