I have always longed to have the freedom to pack a quick bag, run to the airport and head off to a exotic location. Since I have three kids and lots of responsibilities, I guess this is just not an option right now. If you do have the time (and the funds) to take an unexpected vacation, the first place you should look is LastMinuteTravel.com.

Last Minute Travel is always on the look out for great package deals to places like New York, Cancun and Miami. You can search for deals on flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises and packages.

Last Minute Travel also offers a travel club for $49.99 for a one year membership. This service allows you to save even more on hotels throughout the world. I haven’t joined this membership, so I can’t vouch for it myself.

If you want to be a last minute traveler, make sure you have a valid passport! You should also make copies of the passport and take one copy with you and keep another at home, just in case you lose it!