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ShermansTravel · Expired Aug 31, 2026
From $4,498 for 2 $10,096
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Spend 6 nights at Palazzo dei Consoli in Abruzzo on this culinary-focused Central Italy vacation. Explore the region from the Apennines to the Adriatic Coast with cooking classes, wine experiences, local food tastings, and visits to Vasto and Agnone. Travel is available on select 2026 and 2027 dates. Book this travel deal by August 31, 2026.
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- Round-trip Rome Airport transfers
- 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners
- Olive mill tour and pasta cooking class
- Sommelier-led wine pairing class
- Vasto tour and Trabocco fishing houses
- Cheese-making and porchetta experience
- Pizza-making farewell dinner class
Travelodeal · Jul 14, 2026
From $2,398 for 2 $4,524
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Discover Sicily on a self-drive vacation with roundtrip flights from select U.S. airports, seven nights in 4-star hotels, a rental car with pickup and drop-off at Catania Airport, and daily breakfast. Explore Ragusa, Syracuse, Palermo, Taormina, and Mount Etna at your own pace while enjoying the island's historic towns, scenic coastlines, and Mediterranean cuisine. Book this travel deal by September 30, 2026.
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- Seven nights in 4-star hotels across Sicily
- Rental car with Category C vehicle and Platinum insurance included
- Daily breakfast
- Stays in Ragusa/Syracuse, Palermo, and the Taormina area
- Roundtrip flights from select U.S. airports
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ShermansTravel · Expired Aug 31, 2026
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Save $300 to $600 per person on select 2027 Ireland guided tours and Custom Private Driver vacations from CIE Tours. Use promo code "EBD27600" to save $600 per person on marked vacations, "EBD27400" to save $400 on eligible trips, and "EBD27300" to get $300 off select trips. Choose from itineraries featuring destinations across Ireland, with guided-tour inclusions such as hotels, transportation, admissions, attractions, and most meals. Book this travel deal by August 31, 2026.
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- Savings up to $600 per person
- Guided tours and Custom Private Driver vacations
- Hotels and transportation
- Admissions and attractions
- Most meals
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ShermansTravel · Expired Aug 31, 2026
From $9,986 for 2
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Sail aboard the World Traveller from Málaga, Spain, to Nice, France, departing April 23, 2027. This 8-night Mediterranean voyage visits Tangier, Puerto Banús, AlmerÃa, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Collioure, and Saint-Tropez, with a focus on regional cuisine and culture. Book this travel deal by August 31, 2026.
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- $1,000 air credit per suite
- $250 onboard credit
- Five-star dining with changing menus
- Live cooking demonstrations
- Cuisine and wine tastings
- 24-hour room service
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Dunhill Travel · Expired Aug 16, 2026
From $2,492 for 2
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Sail roundtrip from Bordeaux aboard CroisiEurope's MS Cyrano de Bergerac on this 5-night cruise through France's renowned wine country. Cruise the Garonne and Dordogne rivers with stops near Cussac-Fort-Médoc, Blaye, Libourne, and Saint-Émilion, with opportunities to explore the region's vineyards, historic towns, and grands crus wines. Book this travel deal by August 16, 2026.
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- All meals included
- Drinks with meals and at the bar
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Port fees included
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Wingbuddy.com · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $3,396 for 2 $3,596
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Explore three of Italy’s most iconic cities on this 7-night vacation with roundtrip international flights, hotels, daily breakfast, airport transfers, and train travel included. Spend two nights in Venice, two nights in Florence, and three nights in Rome, with time to discover landmarks such as St. Mark’s Basilica, the Duomo, the Colosseum, and Vatican City. The package is priced from $1,698 per person after a $100 promotional discount. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip international flights
- Two nights in Venice
- Two nights in Florence
- Three nights in Rome
- Daily breakfast
- Train tickets between Venice, Florence, and Rome
- Airport transfers in Venice and Rome
- Taxes and fees included
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Windstar Cruises · Expired Aug 31, 2026
From $5,862 for 2
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Sail aboard Star Legend from Barcelona to Málaga on November 4, 2026. The itinerary includes seven mystery ports along Spain’s coast, with each destination revealed about 36 hours before arrival. Book this travel deal by August 31, 2026.
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- Seven surprise ports
- Destination Discovery Event
- 312-guest ship
- Ends in Málaga
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Exoticca · Expired Jul 12, 2026
From $3,398 for 2 $4,258
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Explore Ireland's vibrant cities and breathtaking landscapes on this 7-night guided vacation package with flights, hotels, and sightseeing included. Your journey begins in Dublin before continuing to Athlone, Galway, Connemara National Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Cork, Kilkenny, and back to Dublin. The package includes roundtrip flights from major US airports, 7 nights in Charm-category hotels, daily breakfast, guided sightseeing, transfers, and visits to attractions included in the itinerary. Travel is available on select dates. Book this travel deal by July 12, 2026.
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Features
- Roundtrip flights from major US airports to Dublin
- 7 nights in Charm-category hotels
- Daily breakfast
- English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Airport transfers and transportation included
- Included visits to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara National Park, Ring of Kerry, Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, and Dublin
- Entrance fees included per itinerary
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Oceania Cruises · Expired Aug 31, 2026
From $8,460 for 2
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Sail roundtrip from Miami aboard Oceania Marina on December 22, 2026. The itinerary visits George Town, Montego Bay, Oranjestad, Willemstad, Kralendijk, Fort-de-France, Basseterre, and Philipsburg. Book this travel deal by August 31, 2026.
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- 10% off select stateroom categories
- Specialty dining
- Shipboard gratuities
- Complimentary WiFi
- Choice of wine and beer or an $800 shore-excursion credit
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ShermansTravel · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $1,798 for 2 $2,098
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Take a 7-night self-drive trip through Ireland with roundtrip airfare to Dublin, hotels, and a manual economy rental car included. This itinerary includes Kilkenny, Kerry, Galway, Donegal, and Dublin. Explore Kilkenny Castle, the Ring of Kerry, Galway’s Latin Quarter, Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way, and Dublin’s pubs and attractions. Travel is available on select dates through June. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip airfare to Dublin
- Manual economy rental car
- 1 night in Kilkenny
- 2 nights in County Kerry
- 1 night in County Galway
- 2 nights in County Donegal
- 1 night in Dublin
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Wingbuddy.com · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $5,996 for 2 $6,196
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Tour Italy from north to south on this 10-night organized package from Wingbuddy. It includes roundtrip international flights, hotels, transfers, transportation by deluxe motor coach, 18 meals, and visits to Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Montepulciano, Pompeii, Sorrento, and Capri. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Rome, Florence, Venice, and Sorrento stays
- Vatican Museums skip-the-line visit
- Pompeii archaeological site
- Capri ferry and Blue Grotto boat tour
- Tuscany wine-region stop
- 18 meals
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Holland America Line · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $5,148 for 2 $5,348
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Sail from Lisbon to Piraeus aboard Holland America's Oosterdam on this 13-night Mediterranean Solar Eclipse cruise. The August 9, 2026 sailing includes a solar eclipse viewing day at sea, an overnight in Barcelona, and stops in Alicante, Ajaccio, Civitavecchia, Bari, and Kotor, with scenic cruising through the Bay of Kotor. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- 2026 solar eclipse viewing
- Overnight in Barcelona Spain, France, Italy, and Montenegro ports
- Billboard Onboard, World Stage, and Rolling Stone Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Lido Market and The Dining Room
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Princess Cruises · Expired Jul 14, 2026
From $18,158 for 2
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Sail aboard the Regal Princess on this Northern Europe Explorer cruise roundtrip from Copenhagen. The itinerary visits destinations across Denmark, Germany, Poland, Sweden, Estonia, Finland, Norway, Iceland, Scotland, England, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Northern Ireland, with a scenic cruising day in Hardangerfjord. Featured sailings depart May 22, 2027. Book this travel deal by July 14, 2026.
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- Roundtrip cruise from Copenhagen aboard Regal Princess
- Visits to Berlin, Stockholm, Helsinki, Reykjavik, London, Dublin, Amsterdam, and more
- Scenic cruising through Hardangerfjord
- Stops across Northern Europe, Iceland, and the British Isles
- Optional excursions in Berlin, Helsinki, Dublin, Hamburg, and more
- Taxes and fees included in advertised price
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Princess Cruises · Expired Jul 14, 2026
From $9,768 for 2 $15,150
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Sail roundtrip from Rome on this 14-day Mediterranean cruise from Princess Cruises. Visit ports in Italy, France, Spain, Gibraltar, and Malta, with scenic cruising for the 2027 total solar eclipse. Book this travel deal by July 14, 2026.
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- 14-day roundtrip cruise from Rome
- Stops include Florence/Pisa, Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Ibiza, Palermo, Naples, and more
- Total Solar Eclipse 2027 scenic cruising
- Sailing aboard Enchanted Princess
- Taxes and fees included
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Tripmasters · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $1,818 for 2
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Pair France and Spain with this customizable 6-night vacation from Tripmasters. Fly into Paris and out of Barcelona, with a flight between the two cities. Personalize your hotels, transportation, length of stay, and optional tours for a flexible European getaway. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Flights into Paris and out of Barcelona
- Flight from Paris to Barcelona
- Paris landmarks, museums, shopping, and dining
- Barcelona architecture, fashion, food, music, and art
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Holland America Line · Expired Jun 30, 2026
From $1,398 for 2 $2,688
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Sail from Civitavecchia to Barcelona on this 7-night Holland America Line Western Mediterranean cruise aboard Oosterdam. The itinerary includes Livorno, Portofino, Marseille, and Gibraltar, with two days at sea. Book this travel deal by June 30, 2026.
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- July 26 to August 2, 2026 sailing
- Oosterdam ship
- Civitavecchia to Barcelona route
- Stops in Italy, France, and Gibraltar
- Two days at sea
- Included entertainment at Billboard Onboard, World Stage, and Rolling Stone Lounge
- Included dining at Lido Market, Dive In, 24-Hour Room Service, and The Dining Room
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Tripmasters · Expired Jun 30, 2026
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Build your own Italy itinerary with this 7-night Tripmasters vacation. The sample trip includes flights into Rome and out of Venice, hotel stays in Rome, Florence, and Venice, and stress-free train travel between cities, but you can customize your hotels, transportation, length of stay, and curated experiences. Book this travel deal by June 30, 2026.
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- Flights into Rome and out of Venice
- 3 nights in Rome
- 2 nights in Florence
- 2 nights in Venice
- Train travel between cities
- Customizable hotels, transportation, and experiences
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Dunhill Travel · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $8,754 for 2
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Sail aboard the Seabourn Quest on a 14-night voyage through Norway during the height of the Midnight Sun. Roundtrip from Dover (London), this June 2027 sailing visits Trondheim, Brønnøysund, the Lofoten Islands, Tromsø, Honningsvåg and the North Cape, scenic Nordfjord, Olden, Bergen, and Amsterdam before returning to Dover. Save up to 15% during Seabourn's Exploration Event and book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Complimentary gratuities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Premium spirits and fine wines
- Scenic cruising at the North Cape and Nordfjord
- Roundtrip sailing from Dover (London), England
- Departs June 19, 2027, aboard Seabourn Quest
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Exoticca · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $3,398 for 2 $5,238
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Explore Ireland on a 9-day, 7-night guided vacation with roundtrip flights, hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, transfers, and guided sightseeing. Begin in Dublin, then travel through Athlone, Galway, Connemara National Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Cork, and Kilkenny before returning to Dublin. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip flights from major U.S. airports to Dublin
- 7 nights in Charm-category hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Dublin walking tour
- Galway and Athlone sightseeing
- Connemara National Park, Cliffs of Moher, and Ring of Kerry
- Cork and Kilkenny visits
- English-speaking guide during tours
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Dunhill Travel · Expired Jul 31, 2026
From $2,699 per person $3,099
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Use the promo code from the landing page to save $400, bringing the price down to the advertised $2,699 per person, as you discover the highlights of France on this 12-day escorted tour through Paris, Normandy, Brittany, the Loire Valley, Dordogne, and Bordeaux. Stay in superior hotels, enjoy daily breakfast plus two dinners, travel by deluxe coach and high-speed rail, and see iconic sights including the Eiffel Tower, Mont-Saint-Michel, the Loire Valley châteaux, Lascaux, and the Bordeaux wine region. International roundtrip flights are included. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- 10 nights in superior hotels
- International roundtrip flights included
- Daily breakfast and two dinners
- Deluxe motorcoach transportation and high-speed rail from Bordeaux to Paris
- Airport transfer on arrival in Paris
- Guided sightseeing with entrance fees to major attractions including Monet's House, Château de Chenonceau, Château de Chambord, Lascaux, and Padirac Cave
2025 Global Travel Trends: A Summary
Shifting Traveler Priorities: Experiences, Authenticity, and Family
Travel in 2025 is being shaped by a blend of passion and practicality, with travelers seeking more meaningful and experience-driven trips. A major trend is the shift away from simple sightseeing and toward "event travel," where vacations are planned around concerts, sporting events, or festivals. There is also a strong desire for authentic, local connections, demonstrated by travelers seeking unique, handmade souvenirs instead of generic mementos. Multi-generational "fam adventures" are on the rise, with extended families traveling together and children having a greater influence on trip planning.
Booking with Confidence in 2025
Ultimately, the modern traveler is more informed than ever, using powerful online tools to find the best value. Platforms like Expedia are essential for comparing options, bundling flights and hotels for savings, and booking the memorable trips that define 2025.
Smart and Savvy Travel Planning
While overall travel costs are rising, travelers are becoming more strategic with their spending. They are increasingly savvy about using loyalty points and program benefits to add value, secure upgrades, or offset costs for trips they are passionate about. Technology plays a crucial role, especially for younger generations who rely on travel apps and social media for everything from inspiration and activity recommendations to budgeting and booking.
Broader Forces Shaping Travel Decisions
Broader industry forces are also influencing travel decisions. The growing awareness of overtourism is leading many to explore "destination dupes"—less-crowded alternatives to popular hotspots—or to travel during the shoulder seasons. Climate change is another significant factor, creating a trend toward "coolcations" in northern climates to escape summer heat and extending the traditional travel season into the warmer spring and fall months.
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