Despite the tough financial times we've experienced over the last year, it seems that getting away from it all is still very important to us Brits. We'll cut corners wherever we can, except when it comes to going on holiday. And I don't know about you, but I'm certainly longing for golden sandy beaches after all this cold weather!

Seeing as most of you are going on holiday this year even if it means making sacrifices elsewhere, I thought I might as well give you a lowdown on how to get your break for less.

Fancy flying to Europe for a couple of quid?

We brought you news earlier this week about how it's a good time to bag a bargain break because hotel prices have fallen this year, and it's now possible to reach your destination for a steal too, with Ryanair's one million £1 flights to Europe deal.

But act quick, it's only for today.

If the British weather and the financial gloom are getting you down, you can cheer yourself up by booking a cheap holiday now while there are loads of great discounts to be had.

Contrary to popular belief, the very best holiday deals are actually those booked quite far in advance. The current airline sales are the perfect opportunity to take advantage of this and book a break for this coming Easter or summer.

Here are the pick of the bunch...