Cheap flights to Jersey will now be a real option for those travelling from Blackpool following the announcement of Jet2's latest service.

The airline has unveiled the details of its latest direct link between the two locations that has been set up for summer sun seekers next year, with flights available for purchase now from £29.99 one way including taxes.

Newlyweds might like to consider cheap flights to Paris following the comments of one expert this week.

A spokeswoman for hitched.co.uk, which offers advice and support for those about to walk down the isle, said those on a budget could opt for a shorter break after their nuptials.

Francesca Moore of the site explained that this could allow them to save up for something further afar or for a longer period of time in the following year - perhaps as a celebration of the first anniversary.

In addition, she said there were other areas that could be tailored within the overall budget in order to get that all-important trip.

"Maybe cutting back on […] invitations, opting for a smaller wedding venue, or going for a buffet over a three course meal might count towards saving for that special once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon," Ms Moore concluded.

Those taking cheap flights to Paris for such a sojourn may be interested in a top ten romantic restaurants list posted on the gayot website.

Among those mentioned was the Les Ambassadeurs eatery at the Hotel de Crillon, which boasts 25-foot high ceilings, Baccarat chandeliers and a grand ballroom.

Book cheap flights to Paris online from Jet2.com, the friendly low fares airline.

Britons regard their holidays as an essential rather than a luxury, according to one sector commentator - and this is due in part to the access the UK has to "very good deals from airlines".

A spokesperson for the Association of British Travel Agents said that the number of people going on holiday this winter had actually risen by one per cent this year.