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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Save $85 per sailor on this weeklong cruise next week. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Norwegian Prima departs from Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL on January 4 and stops in Montego Bay, Jamaica; George Town, Grand Cayman; and Cozumel, Mexico. Book this travel deal by December 30.
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You can knock an extra 20% off entry to various LEGOLAND resorts with the promo code "TREAT26". It knocks the starting price for 1-day tickets down to just $58 per person. Shop Now at Giftory
Set sail in early 2026 aboard the Norwegian Jade for less than $300 per person. This roundtrip cruise departs from Sand Diego, CA on February 7 and features a 2-night stop in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Book this travel deal by December 31.
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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, 2026, and stops in Kauai, Honolulu, Kona, Kahului, and Ensenada. Book this travel deal by December 31.
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Set sail next month on this weekender - perfect for first time cruisers - for less than $250 per person. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy departs from Miami, FL on January 30 and stops in Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas. Book this travel deal by December 31.
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Amazon's Cyber Week Travel Deals are now live. Some of the discounts include:
- 25% off Marriott Bonvoy hotel stays
- up to 30% off car rentals with 15% back on an Amazon gift card
- up to 35% off Etihad flights
- up to 50% off Carnival cruises
- and more
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Save $250 on this annual pass, granting you unlimited flights to Frontier's domestic and international destinations through April 30, 2027.
Domestic flights must be booked the day before departure, and international destinations no further out than 10 days before departure - perfect for those spur-of-the-moment getaways. Blackout dates and some restrictions apply.
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Amazon's Cyber Week Travel Deals are now live. Some of the discounts include:
- 25% off Marriott Bonvoy hotel stays
- up to 30% off car rentals with 15% back on an Amazon gift card
- up to 35% off Etihad flights
- up to 50% off Carnival cruises
- and more
While you're at it, click through and take a look at all our top travel deals. Shop Now at Amazon
Amazon's Cyber Week Travel Deals are now live. Some of the discounts include:
- 25% off Marriott Bonvoy hotel stays
- up to 30% off car rentals with 15% back on an Amazon gift card
- up to 35% off Etihad flights
- up to 50% off Carnival cruises
- and more
While you're at it, click through and take a look at all our top travel deals. Shop Now at Amazon
Shop a range of discounted routes to and from the islands this year, with prices starting from $198. We found this price on flights departing from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) with arrival in Honolulu, HI (HNL) on January 29, 2026 and return on February 12. Buy Now at Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines drop prices on flights to and from Hawaii in their Cyber Week sale. There are 10 1-way flights available at the lowest price of $99, with over 100 flights on offer in total. Book this travel deal by December 4 for flights between January 12, 2026 and March 12, 2026. Buy Now at Hawaiian Airlines
Use promo code "60PCT" to take 60% off base fares on flights nationwide. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Book this travel deal today for travel on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from December 9 through March 4, 2026.
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Pack the bags and set sail this week at an $80 low per traveler. (For further comparison, you'd pay over $450 per person in January.) This roundtrip cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade departs from San Diego, CA on December 6 and stops in Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta. Book this travel deal by December 5.
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Use promo code "50CYBER" to save up to 50% off base fares for flights countrywide. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Book this travel deal by December 4 for continental U.S. flights from January 6 through March 4, 2026.
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Save 40% on single night stays and 50% off multiple-night stays with promo code "CYBERWEEK". Some exclusions and blackout dates may apply; discounts may vary by location and date of stay. Book this travel deal by December 7.
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Save up to 65% on stays at this beachfront all-inclusive, plus earn up to $2,000 in resort credit. (You'll receive up to $1,500 instant credit, and stays of 5+ nights receive an additional $200 spa credit, and 7+ nights receive $300 in air credit as well.) Some exclusions and blackout dates apply. Book this travel deal by December 8 for stays through December 25, 2027.
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Great Wolf Lodge's Early Cyber Monday sale sees suites starting from $74 — use promo code "EARLY" to get this discount. The discount may vary by date. Rate is valid on standard suites, and is per room, per night based on two guests; a $20 extra fee will apply for each additional guest. Free WiFi is included; activity passes can be purchased online or during check-in. Buy Now at Great Wolf Lodge
Book one night and get the other night for free on your next stay by using coupon code "FRIDAY" during Great Wolf Lodge's Black Friday Sale. It's applicable for stay dates through April 29. The booking includes free WiFi. Activity passes can be purchased online or during check-in. Offer is valid on standard suites, and varies on themed and premium suites. The rates are per room for two guests; you'll pay $20 extra for each additional guest. Shop Now at Great Wolf Lodge
Use promo code "MONDAY" to take advantage of the Great Wolf Lodge Cyber Monday sale, which takes up to 50% off your next stay. Book this travel deal today for stays through April 29. The booking includes free WiFi. Activity passes can be purchased online or during check-in. Offer is valid on standard suites, and varies on themed and premium suites. The rates are per room for two guests; you'll pay $20 extra for each additional guest. Shop Now at Great Wolf Lodge
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.