4. You can get one up on border restrictions<\/h2>\n
With border closures sometimes putting a spanner in the works on those interstate getaways, it can feel a little like you\u2019re counting chickens before they hatch \ud83d\ude1c to book in advance. The helpful and flexible free cancellation policy offered by heaps of Wotif properties<\/a> means you don\u2019t have to be locked into your decision if something else comes up or border restrictions surprise you at the last minute.<\/p>\n There\u2019s nothing better than including the whole family in the decision-making process when it comes to booking a trip away together. As a way of starting the joy of holidays in advance, get everyone involved in the fun of deciding on details as early as possible. That way, you can each have your say and ultimately try and convince the kids out of their choice and into yours \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n Is there anything worse than being stuck at home during the Easter or school holidays, with nothing to do but stare at the four walls around you, when everyone else is on their beach getaways and country road trips?! Nup. Don\u2019t let that be you this year! Start booking now so you can share in the fun (and post envy-inducing pics on the \u2018gram), too \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n This is your last chance before the Christmas holidays to get a good chunk of public holidays in a row. That means you can take a big ol\u2019 break without having to dip too deep into your annual leave – so take advantage of it and save up your hard earned days for another getaway down the track!<\/p>\n Regional towns really need our help this year, so what better way to support these communities than by taking a holiday and injecting some much-needed funds into the local economy? Booking accommodation, restaurant meals and even activities early gives these smaller communities a little boost, knowing that come Easter, they have some patrons to rely on. It\u2019s a win-win situation for both you and the region.<\/p>\n If you\u2019d love to arrange a big family holiday but can never seem to lock it in with the rest of your gang, it might be because you\u2019re not planning enough in advance. Make this Easter a family affair and start planning toot suite! Planning as far out in advance as possible means you can get together, pick a date and location that suits everyone and lock it in. Bring it on!<\/p>\n Remember last Easter? No? That\u2019s because you were probably in lockdown mode! For a lot of Aussies, it was called off altogether \u2013 no family getaways, no get-togethers. Make sure you make up for last year\u2019s homebound Easter celebrations this time around and book early. You wouldn\u2019t want to miss out on the holiday two years in a row!<\/p>\n There\u2019s nothing quite like having a holiday to look forward to, is there? That\u2019s why it\u2019s great to book a holiday in advance so you\u2019ve got something to look forward to when the weeks feel long and the days are just that little bit too busy. During those moments, when it all feels a bit much, you can remember you\u2019ve got a holiday booked \ud83d\ude0e\ud83d\ude4c<\/p>\n Heads up! Due to COVID-19, government restrictions are in constant review and travel guidelines may change. We strongly recommend that all travellers seek further information about destinations and attractions before scheduling trips or making bookings, take extra care and follow all rules.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/i> PLAN YOUR NEXT GETAWAY <\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A triple whammy is coming up soon \u2013 that\u2019s right, Easter, a long weekend AND school holidays are about to hit our calendars! But rather than sitting around thinking about the perfect getaway, it\u2019s time to start planning and booking so you don\u2019t miss out! 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<\/p>\n5. It makes planning a fun activity for the family<\/h2>\n
6. You can forget about FOMO<\/h2>\n
7. You can save some annual leave<\/h2>\n
8. You\u2019ll be giving regional communities an early Easter gift<\/h2>\n
9. You can easily align with the rest of the fam<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n10. You can finally celebrate<\/h2>\n
11. It\u2019ll be something to get excited about<\/h2>\n