Sail aboard the Norwegian Gem from Venice (Ravenna) to Rome (Civitavecchia), with stops in Dubrovnik, Kotor, Corfu, Olympia, Messina, and Salerno. This 7-night Greek Isles cruise includes visits to Italy, Greece, Croatia, and Montenegro, with fares from $1,029 per person. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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Cruise from Barcelona to Lisbon aboard the Norwegian Dawn on this 7-night Mediterranean sailing. The itinerary visits Palma, Alicante, Motril, Gibraltar, Seville, and Portimão, with excursion options like a Sóller train ride in Majorca, Granada sightseeing from Motril, Rock of Gibraltar tours, flamenco in Cádiz, and Algarve sea cave or coastal tours in Portugal. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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Set sail roundtrip from New York City on Regal Princess on August 28, 2027, with stops in Boston, Eastport, Saint John, and Halifax. This offer takes up to 40% off and includes taxes and fees, with the 3rd and 4th guests sailing free. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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- 7-day Canada and New England itinerary
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Sail round-trip from Boston on this Canada and New England cruise with stops including Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport, and Halifax. The Free at Sea package includes an unlimited open bar, three specialty dining meals, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits, with onboard dining and entertainment options like O’Sheehan’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill, American Diner, Levity Comedy, and Deal or No Deal.
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Sail from Quebec City to Boston aboard Holland America Line's Zuiderdam on this 7-night Canada and New England cruise. The itinerary includes scenic cruising on the Saint Lawrence River and Gulf of St. Lawrence, plus stops in Charlottetown, Sydney, Halifax, and Portland. Book this travel deal by May 23, 2026.
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Cruise roundtrip from Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy aboard Sun Princess on September 26, 2026. The itinerary includes Naples, Crete, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Athens, and days at sea. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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- Featured excursions include Pompeii for Families, Best of Knossos Palace & Heraklion Town, Ephesus & Village of Sirince for Families, and Best of Athens
- Sun Princess highlights include the Dome, the Piazza, expansive ocean views, and indoor/outdoor living spaces
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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Cruise from Barcelona, Spain to Lisbon, Portugal aboard Holland America's Oosterdam on August 2, 2026. The itinerary includes Ibiza, Alicante, Malaga, Tangier, and two days at sea. The offers also includes free kids' fares. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Cruise from Piraeus (Athens), Greece to Barcelona, Spain aboard Holland America's Oosterdam on July 5, 2026. The itinerary includes Kotor, Corfu, Messina, Palma de Mallorca, scenic cruising through the Bay of Kotor and the Strait of Messina, an evening cruise past Stromboli Volcano, and days at sea. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Pair an all-inclusive Mediterranean cruise with Switzerland rail journeys on this 22-night cruise and rail package from Imagine Cruising. Depart on June 24, 2027, and travel aboard Celebrity Equinox, with hotel stays in Barcelona, Florence, Lake Garda, St. Moritz, Interlaken, and Montreux. The package includes flights, taxes, transfers, a 10-night all-inclusive cruise, classic drinks, Wi-Fi, 3 scenic Swiss rail journeys, and escorted tours including Jungfraujoch, Bern and Thun, and Chillon Castle with wine tasting. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Visit the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, Ireland with this self-guided experience through seven immersive floors. Admission includes entry to the Guinness Tasting Rooms and Gravity Bar, where you can finish with a pint of Guinness, Guinness 0.0, or a soft drink. Experience options include Guinness Academy, STOUTie, guided tours, cocktail workshops, and whiskey tastings. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Cruise from Lisbon to Barcelona aboard Norwegian Dawn with stops in Portimão, Seville, Motril, Gibraltar, Ibiza, and Palma. This Mediterranean itinerary includes ports in Portugal, Spain, and the United Kingdom, plus Norwegian’s Free at Sea package with an unlimited open bar, three specialty dining meals, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits. Book this cruise deal by May 30, 2026.
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Sail from Athens to Monte Carlo with Oceania Cruises on a 12-night Mediterranean itinerary departing July 5, 2026. Stops include Mykonos, Istanbul, Canakkale, Ephesus, Marmaris, Heraklion, Tunis, and Palermo. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Sail from Barcelona to Istanbul with Oceania Cruises on a 10-night Mediterranean itinerary departing August 17, 2026. Stops include Palermo, Syracuse, Argostoli, Gythion, Paros, Athens, Ephesus, and Bozcaada. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Cruise from Barcelona, Spain to Piraeus (Athens), Greece aboard Holland America's Oosterdam on July 12, 2026. The itinerary includes Valletta, Souda, Santorini, Kusadasi for Ephesus, and two days at sea. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Explore Rome, Florence, Milan, and Lake Como on this 9-night Italy vacation from The Flights Guru. This package includes round-trip flights with baggage, 4-star hotel stays, private airport transfers, daily breakfast, and train transfers from Rome to Florence, Florence to Milan, and Milan to Como. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Sail Holland America Line’s Oosterdam from Piraeus (Athens) to Civitavecchia (Rome) on this 7-day Mediterranean cruise. Ports and scenic cruising include Kotor, the Bay of Kotor, Corfu, Messina, the Strait of Messina, evening cruising by Stromboli Volcano, and Naples for Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. Offer includes free fares for kids. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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Explore Spain's Picos de Europa on this 7-night small-group walking tour from Explore Worldwide. The June 20 departure includes 7 nights of hotel accommodations, 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners, an Explore tour leader, and walks through Sotres, Garganta de Cares, and Aliva Valley. Flights are not included. Book this travel deal by May 29, 2026.
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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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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.