lastminute.com

Set up by Brent Hoberman and Martha Lane Fox in 1998, Last Minute has established itself as one of the most well-known and most successful of British internet companies. The initial idea behind the site was to get a quality service without having too pay too much for it. Last Minute was able to build on the fact that users enjoyed trawling around for the unexpected offer. 

 

You can hire cars, book a pampering at a spa, organise a city break, or watch the videos on lastminute.com.tv. If you are looking to buy an usual present for someone, check out the experiences channel. Instead of a new pair of socks, your beloved may prefer driving around Silverstone or leaping from a plane. 

The website is accessible, but you will have to put up with the garish pink hues of the homepage.