
Sail from Civitavecchia, Italy, to Barcelona on this 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise from Holland America Line. Embark on August 29 aboard Oosterdam and visit Portofino, Ajaccio, Marseille, and Gibraltar, with two days at sea. The offer also includes onboard credit and a 50% reduced deposit. Book this travel deal by May 21, 2026.
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- Oosterdam ship
- Civitavecchia-to-Barcelona sailing
- World Stage entertainment
- Fitness center
- Pickleball at Sea
- Lido Market and The Dining Room
- 24-hour room service

That's the best price we could find for this sailing by at least $20. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy on December 11 and stops in Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas. Book this travel deal by April 30.
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Sail round-trip from Orlando on a 7-night Caribbean cruise aboard Norwegian Epic. The itinerary includes stops at Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas, Montego Bay in Jamaica, George Town in Grand Cayman, and Cozumel in Mexico, along with two days at sea. Get fares starting from $749 per person with taxes, fees, and port expenses are included. Onboard, Norwegian Epic offers complimentary and specialty dining, bars and lounges, entertainment, spa options, shopping, and Free at Sea package perks. Featured shore excursions at Great Stirrup Cay include options like swimming pigs, WaveRunner rides, and an island zipline adventure. Book this cruise deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Round-trip from Orlando
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Great Stirrup Cay, Montego Bay, George Town, and Cozumel
- Two days at sea
- Taxes, fees, and port expenses included

Sail roundtrip from Orlando aboard Norwegian Epic on this 7-night Caribbean cruise from Norwegian Cruise Line. The itinerary features Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Great Stirrup Cay, plus a Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar, 3 specialty dining meals, a Wi-Fi package, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Damajagua waterfalls and buggies in Puerto Plata
- St. Thomas turtle snorkeling and sunset cruise options
- Virgin Gorda and The Baths excursion
- Tortola beach, sailing, and island tours
- Stingray City and swimming pigs at Great Stirrup Cay
- Great Stirrup Cay zipline and cabana options

That's the best price we could find for this sailing by at least $20. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy on December 11 and stops in Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas. Book this travel deal by April 30.
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Sail roundtrip from Orlando aboard Norwegian Epic on this 7-night Caribbean cruise from Norwegian Cruise Line. The itinerary features Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Great Stirrup Cay, plus a Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar, 3 specialty dining meals, a Wi-Fi package, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Damajagua waterfalls and buggies in Puerto Plata
- St. Thomas turtle snorkeling and sunset cruise options
- Virgin Gorda and The Baths excursion
- Tortola beach, sailing, and island tours
- Stingray City and swimming pigs at Great Stirrup Cay
- Great Stirrup Cay zipline and cabana options

Sail from Lisbon to Barcelona on a 7-night Mediterranean cruise aboard Norwegian Dawn. The itinerary includes stops in Portimão, Seville (Cadiz), Motril, Gibraltar, Ibiza, and Palma (Majorca). Fares start from $669 per person with taxes, fees, and port expenses are included. Onboard, Norwegian Dawn offers complimentary and specialty dining, bars and lounges, entertainment, spa options, shopping, and Free at Sea package perks.
Featured shore excursions include Portimão sightseeing and Algarve outings, tapas and flamenco experiences in Seville, Granada tours from Motril, Gibraltar sightseeing and tapas, local food experiences in Ibiza, and scenic and culinary tours in Palma. Book this cruise deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Lisbon to Barcelona itinerary
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Portimão, Seville, Motril, Gibraltar, Ibiza, and Palma
- Taxes, fees, and port expenses included
- Scenic, food, and cultural shore excursion options

Sail aboard Holland America's Oosterdam on a 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise from Rome to Barcelona from $774 per person. Departing August 29, 2026, this itinerary calls on Portofino, Ajaccio, Marseille, and Gibraltar, with 2 days at sea before arriving in Barcelona on September 5, 2026. The deal includes onboard credit, a 50% reduced deposit, and more. Book this travel deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Holland America Oosterdam sailing
- Rome to Barcelona itinerary
- Ports of call in Portofino, Ajaccio, Marseille, and Gibraltar
- 2 days at sea
- Onboard credit
- 50% reduced deposit

Sail round-trip from New York on a 7-night Canada & New England cruise aboard Norwegian Escape. The itinerary includes stops in Boston, Portland, Saint John in the Bay of Fundy, and Halifax, along with two days at sea. Fares start from $1,059 per person, with taxes, fees, and port expenses included. Onboard, Norwegian Escape offers complimentary and specialty dining, bars and lounges, entertainment, spa options, shopping, and Free at Sea package perks. Book this cruise deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Round-trip from New York
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Boston, Portland, Saint John, and Halifax
- Two days at sea
- Taxes, fees, and port expenses included

Sail aboard Holland America's Oosterdam on a 7-night cruise from Barcelona to Piraeus (Athens) from $599 per person. Departing June 21, 2026, this Mediterranean itinerary includes Valletta, Malta; Souda (Chania), Crete; Thira (Santorini), Greece; and Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, with two days at sea along the way. The deal also includes onboard credit, a 50% reduced deposit, and free kids fares. Book this travel deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Holland America Oosterdam sailing
- Barcelona to Athens route
- Valletta, Crete, Santorini, and Kusadasi ports
- Two days at sea
- Onboard credit
- 50% reduced deposit
- Free kids fares

Sail roundtrip from Miami aboard Norwegian Getaway on this 3-night Bahamas cruise from Norwegian Cruise Line. The itinerary features Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, plus a Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar, one specialty dining meal, a Wi-Fi package, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Blue Lagoon Island beach day
- Atlantis Aquaventure
- Nassau sail, snorkel, and dolphin tours
- Great Stirrup Cay swimming pigs and zipline options
- Vibe Shore Club and Great Life Lagoon cabanas
- Norwegian Getaway ship

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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- Norwegian Dawn sailing
- Free at Sea package
- Unlimited open bar
- Specialty dining
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

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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- Featured excursions in Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport, and Halifax
- Complimentary dining options
- Specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits included
- Onboard comedy, theater, game shows, and live entertainment

Sail round-trip from New York on an 8-night Bahamas cruise aboard Norwegian Bliss. The itinerary includes stops in Orlando (Port Canaveral), Great Stirrup Cay, and Nassau, along with four days at sea. Get fares from $919 per person with taxes, fees, and port expenses are included. Onboard, Norwegian Bliss offers complimentary and specialty dining, bars and lounges, entertainment, spa options, shopping, and Free at Sea package perks.
Featured shore excursions include Orlando options like Kennedy Space Center and Walt Disney World theme park transfers, Great Stirrup Cay experiences such as Stingray City and Swimming Pigs on Treasure Island, WaveRunner rides, and an island zipline adventure, plus Nassau options like Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day, Atlantis Aquaventure, Seahorse Sail & Snorkel, and dolphin encounters. Book this cruise deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Round-trip from New York
- 9 days / 8 nights
- Orlando, Great Stirrup Cay, and Nassau
- Four days at sea
- Taxes, fees, and port expenses included

Sail round-trip from Miami aboard Norwegian Getaway with stops at Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau. This Bahamas itinerary includes a day at sea, private-island time, and Norwegian’s Free at Sea package with an unlimited open bar, one specialty dining meal, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits. Book this cruise deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Norwegian Getaway sailing
- Miami departure
- Great Stirrup Cay private-island stop
- Nassau port day
- Free at Sea package

Explore Ireland on this 6-night vacation with round-trip economy airfare to Dublin, a manual rental car for the duration of the trip, hotel stays, and included attraction access, with prices starting from $1,099 per person. The itinerary includes one night in Kilkenny, one night in County Cork, two nights in County Kerry, one night in County Limerick or County Clare, and one final night near Dublin, with included admission to Kilkenny Castle, Blarney Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Guinness Storehouse, plus a guided Ring of Kerry bus tour.
Hotels include free WiFi and 4-star stays throughout, with highlights such as the Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel’s spacious guestrooms and central location, Celtic Ross Hotel’s access to West Cork and nearby beaches, The Rose Hotel’s modern setting near Tralee town center, Absolute Hotel’s contemporary rooms and spa-focused atmosphere by the Abbey River, and Roganstown Hotel & Country Club’s estate setting close to Dublin Airport. Book this travel deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Round-trip airfare to Dublin
- Manual rental car included
- 6-night stay across 5 Irish stops
- Kilkenny Castle, Blarney Castle, Cliffs of Moher, and Guinness Storehouse
- Guided Ring of Kerry tour
- Hotel stays in Kilkenny, Cork, Kerry, Limerick or Clare, and near Dublin

Sail roundtrip from Miami aboard Norwegian Joy on this 4-night Bahamas cruise from Norwegian Cruise Line. The itinerary features Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau, plus a Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar, one specialty dining meal, a Wi-Fi package, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Great Stirrup Cay swimming pigs and zipline options
- Vibe Shore Club and Great Life Lagoon cabanas
- Blue Lagoon Island beach day
- Atlantis Aquaventure
- Nassau sail, snorkel, and dolphin tours
- Norwegian Joy ship

Sail round-trip from Miami aboard the Norwegian Joy on this 4-night Bahamas cruise. The itinerary includes Bimini, a day at sea, and Great Stirrup Cay, with shore excursion options like beach and pool experiences in Bimini, swimming with stingrays and pigs at Treasure Island, WaveRunner tours, and ziplining on Great Stirrup Cay. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Norwegian Joy sailing
- Free at Sea package
- Unlimited open bar
- Specialty dining
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

Sail from Orlando (Port Canaveral) on a 4-night Bahamas cruise aboard Norwegian Breakaway. The itinerary includes stops at Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau, plus one day at sea. Fares start from $659 per person, and taxes, fees, and port expenses are included. Onboard, Norwegian Breakaway offers complimentary and specialty dining, bars and lounges, entertainment, spa options, shopping, and Free at Sea package perks.
Featured shore excursions include Great Stirrup Cay experiences like Stingray City and Swimming Pigs on Treasure Island, WaveRunner rides, and an island zipline adventure, plus Nassau options such as Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day, Atlantis Aquaventure, Seahorse Sail & Snorkel, and dolphin encounters. Book this cruise deal by April 30, 2026.
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- Orlando (Port Canaveral) to the Bahamas
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau
- One day at sea
- Taxes, fees, and port expenses included

Sail round-trip from Miami on a 3-night Bahamas cruise aboard Norwegian Joy. The itinerary includes stops in Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay, with plenty of time for beaches, snorkeling, and island excursions. The fares start from $449 per person with taxes, fees, and port expenses are included. Onboard, Norwegian Joy offers complimentary and specialty dining, bars and lounges, entertainment, spa options, shopping, and Free at Sea package perks.
Featured shore excursions include Nassau options like Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day, Atlantis Aquaventure, and Seahorse Sail & Snorkel, plus Great Stirrup Cay experiences such as Stingray City and Swimming Pigs on Treasure Island, WaveRunner rides, and an island zipline adventure. Book this cruise deal by April 30, 2026.
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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.