If you are able to get the time off work and have a bit saved away, then why not book a last minute holiday to South Africa. South Africa has seasons which are opposite to ours in the UK meaning that December and January are actually their main summer months and often popular times of year for tourists to visit. With money tight for many families over the Christmas period, holidays to South Africa in January are often offered at a huge discount if booked last minute, so you really can pick up a bargain.

If you have always fancied a safari holiday or maybe have never considered one but are looking for a new adventure then South Africa is the place to go. See the Big Five at any of South Africa’s premier Game Reserves, from the impressive wilds of Kruger National Park to the malaria free private reserves of the Eastern Cape, there is something for everyone and it is often considered the holiday of a life time.

Before booking any last minute deal, it is important to ensure that you have a valid passport that is not going to expire in the next six months and also that you have travel insurance in place or at least quotes that you can take out immediately.