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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Queen Elizabeth departs from Seattle, WA on August 10, 2026, and includes scenic cruising and stops in Juneau, Skagway, and Sitka, AK, as well as Victoria, Canada. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Save $900 on this popular island-hopping cruise. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Ruby Princess departs from San Francisco, CA on March 18, 2026, and includes ports of call in Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai, Kahuli, and Ensenada, Mexico. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Save $1,340 on this popular glacier-peeping cruise. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Emerald Princess departs from Vancouver, Canada on June 2, 2026, and includes scenic cruising of the Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier, as well as stops in Skagway and Ketchikan, Alaska. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Save $860 on this two week Atlantic crossing. This 1-way cruise aboard the Sun Princess departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL, on March 5, 2026, and includes stops in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Cartagena, and Mallorca, before debarking in Barcelona. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Quantum of the Seas departs from Los Angeles, CA on October 28 and features one port of call in Ensenada, Mexico. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Queen Elizabeth departs from Miami, FL on March 3, 2026, and includes ports of call in Grand Turk, Montego Bay, Belize City, and Cozumel. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Nieuw Statendam departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on February 28 and includes stops at Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos; Nassau, Bahamas. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Explore the ABC islands on this History Channel-curated cruise. Departing from Fort Lauderdale, FL on January 30, 2026, this roundtrip cruise aboard the Rotterdam stops in Curacao, Bonaire, and Aruba, before porting at Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; en route to debarkation back in Florida. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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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.