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G'day Fulton,

Where are you heading this summer? While it seems like many people prefer to wait until the month before to finalize their trip plans, there's a lot to gain from planning sooner rather than later. By booking early you can often find better deals on flights, especially if you can afford to be more flexible further out from your trip. In the case of cruises and tours, you can often get early-bird discounts for booking in advance. And in some cases, you simply have to book early or risk missing out. So whether you're hoping to catch shoulder season, or waiting for full-on beach season, make the most of your summer travel budget!

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Not sure where to go this summer? Here are a few ideas to get you started: If your procrastination strategy is to wait until the month before to start planning, check out where to go in May or cross your fingers and snag a deal!

Happy travels!

The BootsnAll Crew

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