Steel grey skies and plummeting temperatures; is there any wonder I’m dreaming of a holiday? While the rest of the country draws up a Black Friday hitlist formed of kitchen appliances , personal tech and bargain presents to wrap under the Christmas tree , my eyes are firmly fixed on flight and hotel deals. For me, the rush of bagging a getaway at a knockout price does much to dispel encroaching winter blues. Two years ago, I booked a cheap flight to Aqaba in South Jordan to visit the Petra Treasury and sleep under the stars in the desert.
This year, it was Budapest’s buffet of culture, food and world-famous spas that were the fruit of my Black Friday bargain-hunting labours. Where this time? The juiciest bargains will tell. If you’re hoping to book cheap flights, there are a few things to note for success.
Airlines tend to sell seats for a limited time, generally between Black Friday and March of the following year (excluding Christmas and New Year). Earmark potential dates and secure annual leave before the event officially kicks off on November 29 to keep dithering at the crucial moment to a minimum. As you’d imagine, Black Friday flight deals are enormously popular and sell out quickly; you might find the seats swiped out from under you if you hang around for too long.
Keep costs low by opting for hand luggage only if possible. Consider alternative modes of transport, like rail or road, especially if you’re planning to visit another corner of the UK. The deals ar.