
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 Fort Lauderdale aboard Eurodam on this 7-night Eastern Caribbean holiday cruise from Holland America. This December 19, 2026 sailing visits Grand Turk, San Juan, St. Thomas, and RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay. 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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- December 19, 2026 departure
- Fort Lauderdale roundtrip
- Grand Turk
- San Juan
- St. Thomas
- RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay
- Free gratuities

Escape to Bermuda aboard the brand-new Norwegian Aqua on a 5-night round-trip cruise from New York. Spend an overnight stay at Royal Naval Dockyard, giving you extra time to explore Bermuda's pink-sand beaches, Crystal Caves, historic sites, and waterfront shops. Between port days, enjoy the ship's attractions, dining, entertainment, and relaxing sea days. Book this cruise by July 31, 2026.
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- Round-trip sailing from New York aboard Norwegian Aqua
- Overnight stay at Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
- Two relaxing days at sea
- Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar
- Specialty dining package with 2 meals
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

Sail from Vancouver to Los Angeles aboard the Norwegian Encore on this 6-night Pacific Coast cruise. The itinerary includes Victoria, Astoria, and San Francisco, along with two days at sea. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- One-way sailing from Vancouver to Los Angeles
- Stops in Victoria, Astoria, and San Francisco
- Sail aboard the Norwegian Encore
- Free at Sea package
- Unlimited open bar
- Two specialty dining meals
- Wi-Fi package
- 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 New York aboard the Norwegian Bliss on this 7-night Bermuda cruise. The itinerary includes three days at the Royal Naval Dockyard, with two overnights in port, giving you extra time to explore Bermuda’s beaches, caves, shops, and historic sights. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Roundtrip sailing from New York
- Three days at the Royal Naval Dockyard
- Two overnights in Bermuda
- Sail aboard the Norwegian Bliss
- Free at Sea package
- Unlimited open bar
- Three specialty dining meals
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

Sail roundtrip from San Diego aboard Koningsdam on this 7-night Baja Peninsula cruise from Holland America. This March 20, 2027 sailing visits Cabo San Lucas, Pichilingue, and Loreto, with days at sea to enjoy the ship. 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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- Koningsdam
- March 20, 2027 departure
- San Diego roundtrip
- Cabo San Lucas
- Pichilingue
- Loreto
- Free gratuities

Sail aboard the Norwegian Encore on a 7-night round-trip Mexican Riviera cruise from Los Angeles with stops in Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, and Cabo San Lucas. Spend time exploring colorful coastal cities, relaxing on beautiful beaches, and taking in Baja California's dramatic scenery before enjoying the ship's Free at Sea package perks, including 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 Los Angeles aboard Norwegian Encore
- Ports of call in Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, and Cabo San Lucas
- Three relaxing days at sea
- Free at Sea package with unlimited open bar
- Specialty dining package (3 meals)
- Wi-Fi package
- Excursion credits

Sail roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale aboard Nieuw Amsterdam on this 9-night Southern Caribbean cruise from Holland America. This October 30, 2026 sailing visits Cabo Rojo, Willemstad, Oranjestad, and RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay. 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
- October 30, 2026 departure
- Fort Lauderdale roundtrip
- Cabo Rojo
- Willemstad
- Oranjestad
- RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay
- Free gratuities

Sail round-trip from Los Angeles aboard Norwegian Encore on a 5-night Mexican Riviera cruise. The itinerary includes Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada, plus two days at sea. In Cabo, travelers can explore the coastline around El Arco, while Ensenada offers access to La Bufadora, local shopping, and Baja wine country. Book this cruise by July 31, 2026.
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- Round-trip sailing from Los Angeles
- Norwegian Encore
- Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada
- Two days at sea
- Free at Sea perks including open bar, two specialty-dining meals, 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

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

Travel from Helsinki to Lapland on this 7-night Finland vacation from Avia Travel & Tour. The trip includes accommodations in Helsinki, Levi, and Rovaniemi, compact rental cars for portions of the trip, unlimited mileage, and an economy-class domestic flight. Explore Helsinki, Porvoo, Hamina, Kotka, Levi, and Rovaniemi, with route suggestions and recommended stops along the way. Travel is available through January. Book this travel deal by July 31, 2026.
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- Scandic Hakaniemi
- Hotel Levi Panorama
- GuestHouse Arctic Heart
- Compact rental cars
- Domestic economy flight
- 24/7 emergency assistance contact
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
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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.