Save $1,178 on this weeklong sailing from south Florida. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Sun Princess departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on November 29 and stops in the Bahamas, Cozumel, and Roatan, Honduras. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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Set sail from the Big Apple in September on this sailling - this roundtrip cruise aboard the Oasis of the Seas departs from Cape Liberty on September 13 and stops in Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL; Cococay, Bahamas; and Nassau, Bahamas. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Grand Princess departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico, on March 22 and stops in the British Virgin Islands, St. Maarten, Antigua, Dominica, and Barbados. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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This 20-night Southeast Asia vacation takes you through Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Singapore with international flights, four-star hotels, guided tours, meals and an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay included. You'll explore vibrant cities like Bangkok, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, see ancient temples and modern cityscapes, and enjoy cultural experiences throughout the trip. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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- international roundtrip airfare
- hotel stays in Bangkok, Pattaya, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Ho Chi Minh City, and more
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- guided tours per itinerary
- daily breakfast and select lunches and dinners
Save up to 50% on fares for this Panama Canal cruise, plus up to two kids can sail free with paying adults. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on March 1 and stops in Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; Willemstad, Curacao; Cartagena, Columbia; and spends five days crusing the Panama Canal and Gatun Lake. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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Spend a week sailing the islands aboard the Zuiderdam. This roundtrip cruise departs from Miami, FL on April 4 and includes stops in Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos; Amber Cove, Dominican Republic; and Key West, FL. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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This weeklong Japan package includes roundtrip airfare, 7 nights in well-reviewed hotels in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, plus daily breakfast. It also comes with a Tokyo highlights tour and Shinkansen bullet-train rides between cities. Book this travel deal for select departures through January 2027.
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Set sail in early March with up to 50% off fares and free kids fares with paying parents. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Eurodam departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on March 1 and stops in Ocho Rios, Georgetown, and Cozumel. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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Save $774 on this fall leaf-peeping cruise from New York City - plus, the third and fourth guests in your cabin only pay taxes and fees. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Majestic Princess departs from New York, NY, on October 31 and stops in Newport, RI; Boston, MA; Portland, ME; Saint John, Canada; Halifax, Canada. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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Shop discounted fares to Italy, the UK, Spain, Germany, and more aboard top carriers like United, American Airlines, AirFrance, and more. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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Save up to 50% off on fares plus two kids sail for free with paying parents. This weeklong roundtrip cruise aboard the Eurodam departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on March 1 and stops in Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; Georgetown, Cayman Islands; and Cozumel, Mexico. Book this wave season travel deal by January 31.
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Save $960 per person and stay at the Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort on Mexico's Riviera Maya. The resort focuses on relaxing beach time plus wellness amenities and activities, including snorkeling/diving in Akumal Bay, pools, restaurants, and spa and wellness options. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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This roundtrip Wave Season cruise aboard the Scarlet Lady departs from Miami, FL, on March 22, and features ports of call in Bimini, Bahamas, and Cozumel Mexico. Plus, select cabin categories get up to $100 in bar credit and up to $50 in shipboard credit. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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Save up to 50% during wave season - plus kids sail for free with paying parents. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Koningsdam departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on February 25 and includes stops in Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Belize, and Mexico. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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This Thai vacay includes 8 nights in 4-star hotels across Bangkok, Pattaya, Ayutthaya, and River Kwai, plus roundtrip airfare, airport transfers, ground transportation, and an English-speaking guide. It also bundles guided sightseeing and entry fees - including temples, Coral Island, and the floating market - along with daily breakfast plus a few additional meals. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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- roundtrip international airfare
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- daily breakfast and select dinners & lunches
Save $1,800 on this glacier-peeping cruise from San Francisco - plus, your 3rd and 4th cabin guests only pay taxes and fees. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Ruby Princess departs on May 23 and stops in Ketchikan, Juneau, and Prince Rupert, alongside scenic cruiss through the Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier. Book this Wave Season travel deal by January 31.
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Save $426 per cabin and your third and fourth guests only pay taxes and fees on this Wave Season deal. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Discovery Princess departs from Los Angeles, CA on October 3 and stops in Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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Save up to 50% during Wave Season for this weeklong cruise from Fort Lauderdale, plus kids' sail free with paying parents. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Rotterdam departs on January 30 and features stops in Curacao, Bonaire, Aruba, and the Bahamas. Book this travel deal by January 29.
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Save $2,702 on this ultra-popular island hopping cruise - plus your 3rd and 4th cabin guests sail free. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Ruby Princess departs from San Francisco, CA on September 17, and stops in Kauai, Honolulu, Kona, Kahului, and Ensenada. Book this travel deal by January 31.
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Fly from Cancun into Belize City before hopping aboard the Le Champlain for an expedition cruise, which includes stops at Half Moon Cay, Placencia, Punta Sal, and more. You'll get the chance to explore tropical forests and sanctuaries during the cruise, including La Ensenada, Jeannette Kawas National Park, and remote islands like Guanaja. Book this travel deal by September 30. Buy Now at PONANT
- roundtrip flights from Cancun, Mexico, to Belize City, Belize
- 9-night Expedition cruise from Belize City with excursions
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.