Pay half-price on this 12-night self-guided tour throughout Spain. It includes international airfare into Barcelona, plus hotel stays in Madrid, Cordoba, Sevilla, Valencia, and more. Book this travel deal by November 30.
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See three historic Italian cities — you'll spend three nights in Rome, three nights in Florence, and three nights in Venice. Roundtrip international airfare, hotel accommodation, and intercity trains are included. Book this travel deal by October 31.
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That's a $40 low for this early 2025 cruise. Depart just after the New Year aboard the Queen Mary 2 from New York, NY with debarkation in Southampton, England. Book this travel deal by September 30; All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication.
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Save $1,000 per traveler on this Emerald Isle escape. After a flight across the pond, you'll spend two nights in Cork, two nights in Ennis, and two nights in Dublin, along with train rides between cities, daily breakfast, and more. Book this travel deal by July 31.
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- hotel stays in Cork, Ennis, and Dublin
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Shop discounted fares aboard Ireland's flag carrier, with prices from $412. We found this price on flights departing from Denver, CO (DEN) with arrival in Dublin, Ireland (DUB) on August 11 and return on August 18. Book this travel deal by July 31.
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Spend a week exploring Ireland at your own pace with this self-driven vacation. Plus, you can upgrade your vacation to include tours of Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry, Irish Emigration Museum, and more for $99. Book this travel deal by June 30.
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Save on cruises between now and April 2026. You'll get this discount on cruise-only fares, as well as up to $300 onboard credit, free and reduced fares for third and fourth guests, and more. Book this travel deal by May 22.
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Explore the Emerald Isle at your own pace with this self-drive vacation package. Book this travel deal by April 30 for travel dates through March 2026. Buy Now at Dunhill Travel
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Save on fares on the Netherlands' flag carrier's newest routes from San Diego. We found this price on flights departing from San Diego, CA (SAN) with arrival in Milan, Italy (MXP) on May 1 and return on May 13. Book this travel deal by April 30.
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Save on stays in Boston, Miami Beach, Baltimore, and even as far afield as Paris, France or Dubai. Almost half of these deals include free WiFi with your stay.
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Explore the Emerald Isle at your own pace with this self-drive weeklong bundle. It includes at least three nights in Dublin, plus stays in Cork, Killary, Limerick, and more. Book this travel deal by March 31.
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Save $604 on this weeklong excursion to the Emerald Isle. You'll explore Galway, the Cliffs of Moher, Kilkenny, and Giant's Causeway. Note that international airfare is not included; book this travel deal by February 28.
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Spend a week exploring the cities, castles, and scenic wonders of the Emerald Isle. Book this travel deal by December 31 for travel dates through October 21.
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Save 50% on this weeklong Andalusian excursion, complete with stays in Lisbon, Madrid, Grenada and Seville, as well as city tours, transfers, and daily breakfast. Book this travel deal by November 30; All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication.
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That's a $138 low for this autumnal leaf-peeping cruise. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Enchanted Princess departs from New York, NY, on September 28 with ports of call in Newport, RI; Boston, MA; Bar Harbor, ME; and more. Book this travel deal by July 31. Buy Now at ShermansTravel
Use coupon code "LASTMINUTE" to take an extra 15% off a wide range of flight, hotel, and tour vacations to Ireland throughout 2024. Yielding discounts of up to $727, prices start from $1,653 per person. All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication. Shop Now at Dunhill Travel
Use coupon code "IRELAND150" to take an extra $150 off a range of 4- to 12-night itineraries to visit the Emerald Isle in 2024 and 2025. Prices start from $843 per person after coupon, and most packages include international airfare. Prices vary by departure date and city; all prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication. Shop Now at Dunhill Travel
Fly to your next meeting in style with deals on Business Class airfare to Spain, Portugal, Italy, and more aboard carriers like United, Emirates, TAP Portugal, and Swiss Air. Book this travel deal by December 31. Shop Now at Skylux
Save up to 77% on Business Class airfare to the Eternal City, on carriers like Lufthansa, United, and Italy's flag carrier, ITA Airways.
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Get discounted rates for destinations across the country, from Florida to DC to New York to California to London, England. Discounts generally range between 10% and 20% off, but we saw them go as high as 52% off.
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Fly Emirates Airlines business class to Milan, Italy, or Athens, Greece, with prices starting from $2,615 roundtrip. Departure airports include New York, Los Angeles, Boston, and more. Book this travel deal by December 31.
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Spend nearly two weeks in Rome and the Puglia region of Italy's boot. This package includes international airfare, hotel stays in five cities, flights and train rides between stops, and more. Book this travel deal by February 28.
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Tour Ireland and Northern Ireland over a week with stops in Dublin, Belfast, Galway, and more, with excursions to Giant's Causeway (pictured), and a number of Ireland's historic wonders. Note that this does not include international airfare, but it can be added during reservation. All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication. Buy Now at Dunhill Travel
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.