
Set sail round-trip from Orlando (Port Canaveral) aboard the Norwegian Epic on this 7-night Caribbean cruise. You'll visit Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas, with relaxing days at sea in between. Enjoy the ship's pools, waterslides, entertainment, dining, and the Free at Sea package, which includes an unlimited open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip sailing from Orlando (Port Canaveral)
- Ports include Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Great Stirrup Cay
- Sail aboard the Norwegian Epic
- Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi package, and excursion credits
- Onboard pools, waterslides, spa, shopping, dining, and entertainment

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

Sail aboard Norwegian Jewel on a 10-night round-trip Caribbean cruise from Miami. Visit Great Stirrup Cay, Cabo Rojo, Oranjestad, Willemstad, Falmouth, and George Town, with three days at sea to enjoy the ship. The itinerary combines private-island beaches, colorful Dutch Caribbean cities, Jamaican scenery, and the clear waters of Grand Cayman. Book this cruise by July 31, 2026.
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- Round-trip sailing from Miami aboard Norwegian Jewel
- Stops in the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Curaçao, Jamaica, and Grand Cayman
- Three days at sea
- Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar
- Specialty dining package with 4 meals
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

Sail aboard Norwegian Breakaway on a 7-night round-trip Canada and New England cruise from Boston. Visit Portland, Bar Harbor, and Eastport in Maine before continuing to Halifax, Nova Scotia, with two days at sea to enjoy the ship. Explore historic waterfronts, rugged coastlines, lighthouses, Acadia National Park, and destinations shaped by maritime history. Book this cruise by July 31, 2026.
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- Round-trip sailing from Boston aboard Norwegian Breakaway
- Stops in Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport, and Halifax
- Two days at sea
- Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar
- Specialty dining package with 3 meals
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

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 aboard the Norwegian Joy on a 5-night Eastern Caribbean cruise departing from Miami. This itinerary includes visits to Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas, and Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, plus two relaxing days at sea. Enjoy the ship's many onboard amenities, including complimentary dining, entertainment, lounges, a spa, and the option to add the Free at Sea package with perks like an open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip sailing from Miami
- Visits Great Stirrup Cay and Puerto Plata
- Two full days at sea
- Sail aboard the Norwegian Joy
- Optional Free at Sea package with dining, drinks, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits

Sail round-trip from Jacksonville aboard the Norwegian Dawn on a 4-night Bahamas cruise with stops at Grand Bahama Island and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island. Spend a day relaxing at sea before returning to Florida, with opportunities to enjoy white-sand beaches, snorkeling, water parks, and island excursions. The ship's Free at Sea package includes perks like an unlimited open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits. Book this cruise by July 31, 2026.
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- Round-trip sailing from Jacksonville aboard Norwegian Dawn
- Visits Grand Bahama Island and Great Stirrup Cay
- One day at sea
- Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits
- Ship amenities include restaurants, bars, entertainment, spa, and shopping

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

Cruise the Western Caribbean aboard the Norwegian Epic on a 7-night round-trip sailing from Orlando (Port Canaveral). The itinerary includes visits to Cozumel, Mexico; George Town, Grand Cayman; Falmouth, Jamaica; and Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian's private island in the Bahamas, plus two relaxing days at sea. Onboard, enjoy a wide range of dining, entertainment, bars, shopping, and activities, with the option to add the Free at Sea package for perks like an unlimited open bar, specialty dining, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip sailing from Orlando (Port Canaveral)
- Visits Cozumel, George Town, Falmouth, and Great Stirrup Cay
- Two days at sea
- Sail aboard the Norwegian Epic
- Optional Free at Sea package with dining, drinks, Wi-Fi, and excursion credits

Choose from all-inclusive resorts in Cancun and Playa Mujeres with this flexible Mexico vacation from Trips2Belize. The package includes private round-trip airport transfers and a stay at the resort of your choice. All-inclusive perks include dining and drinks, daily housekeeping, Wi-Fi, room service at participating resorts, beach access, pools, and entertainment. Travel is available through 2027. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Private airport transfers
- All-inclusive dining and drinks
- Beach access and swimming pools

Sail from Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale aboard Nieuw Amsterdam on this 21-night Panama Canal cruise from Holland America. This Sept. 27, 2026 sailing visits San Francisco, San Diego, Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco, Puerto Chiapas, Puerto Quetzal, Acajutla, Cartagena, and RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, plus a full Panama Canal transit. Onboard highlights include Billboard Onboard, World Stage, Rolling Stone Lounge, Lido Market, Dive-In, New York Pizza, and The Dining Room. Book this travel deal by July 23, 2026.
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- Nieuw Amsterdam
- September 27, 2026 departure
- Vancouver to Fort Lauderdale
- Full Panama Canal transit
- Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador & Colombia ports
- RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay
- Free gratuities

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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- Moderate walking grade
- Maximum group size of 16
- 7 nights accommodation
- Bus and 4WD transport
- Bilbao Airport start point

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

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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- Norwegian Dawn sailing
- Lisbon departure
- Barcelona arrival
- Spain and Portugal itinerary
- Gibraltar, Ibiza, and Palma stops

Sail from Barcelona to Piraeus for Athens aboard the Oosterdam on this 7-night Mediterranean cruise from Holland America Line. Embark on June 21 and visit Valletta, Souda for Chania, Thira for Santorini, and Kusadasi for Ephesus, 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
- Ocean view fare
- Barcelona-to-Athens sailing
- Billboard Onboard and Rolling Stone Lounge
- Fitness center
- Pickleball at Sea
- Lido Market and The Dining Room
- Holland America Navigator app

Explore Dublin, Cork, Killarney, and Galway on this 9-night Ireland rail tour from Railbookers. The trip includes rail travel, hotel stays with breakfast, a small-group walking tour of Dublin, a Ring of Kerry day tour, and a Cliffs of Moher day trip from Galway. Travel is available in 2026. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- 3 nights in Dublin
- 2 nights in Cork
- 2 nights in Killarney
- 2 nights in Galway
- Rail travel as per itinerary
- Breakfast included

Sail round-trip from Miami aboard Norwegian Getaway with a stop at Great Stirrup Cay. Featured excursions include swimming with pigs, riding a WaveRunner through the Berry Islands, ziplining over the island, and reserving beach cabanas or villas near the lagoon or Silver Cove. This quick Bahamas getaway also includes 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 stop
- Swimming pigs and zipline excursions
- Free at Sea package

Sail round-trip from Jacksonville aboard Norwegian Dawn with stops at Grand Bahama Island and Great Stirrup Cay. Featured excursions include swimming with pigs and visiting Port Lucaya Marketplace on Grand Bahama Island, plus stingray encounters, WaveRunner tours, and ziplining on Great Stirrup Cay. This Bahamas itinerary also includes 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 Dawn sailing
- Jacksonville departure
- Grand Bahama Island and Great Stirrup Cay stops
- Swimming pigs, stingrays, and zipline excursions
- Free at Sea package

Sail from Lisbon to Piraeus aboard Oosterdam on this 13-night Mediterranean solar eclipse cruise from Holland America. This August 9, 2026 sailing visits Alicante, Barcelona, Ajaccio, Civitavecchia, Bari, Kotor, and Piraeus, with scenic cruising in the Bay of Kotor and a solar eclipse viewing at sea. Onboard highlights include Billboard Onboard, World Stage, Rolling Stone Lounge, Lido Market, Dive-In, 24-Hour Room Service, and The Dining Room. Book this travel deal by July 23, 2026.
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- August 9, 2026 departure
- Lisbon to Piraeus
- Solar eclipse at sea
- Barcelona overnight
- Spain, France, Italy, Montenegro, and Greece ports
- Free gratuities

Sail from Rome to Venice aboard Wind Surf on this 8-night Southern Italy cruise departing August 1, 2026. The itinerary visits Amalfi, Vibo Valentia, Reggio Calabria, Taranto, Otranto, and Rab, with excursion options like Pompeii or Positano from Amalfi, a Tropea walking tour, Calabrian food experiences, Baroque Lecce, and private tours in Rab. Book this travel deal by May 30, 2026.
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- Wind Surf sailing
- Complimentary all-in package
- Drinks
- Tips
- WiFi
- Small-ship cruising
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.
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