Planning — and anticipating — a vacation for months is great, but sometimes, you need to get away now. It might seem daunting to book a last-minute trip with just a few weeks’ (or even days’) notice, but it can be done. Here’s what you need to know about booking a fantastic getaway in a flash.

What are the benefits of last-minute travel?

Booking flights and hotels at the last second can be expensive, especially if you decide to travel during a holiday weekend to a popular spot. But it is also possible to score great deals and “significantly cut costs,” said AAA Connect . Rates drop “drastically” when hotels and airlines are trying to “fill vacant seats and rooms,” in particular if it’s during an off-peak season.

When planning a trip months in advance, there’s often the worry that by

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