Explore the Emerald Isle at your own pace with this self-drive vacation package. Book this travel deal by April 30 for travel dates through March 2026. Buy Now at Dunhill Travel
- roundtrip international airfare
- manual car rental
- hotel stays in Waterford, West Cork, Limerick, and Dublin
Sail aboard Holland America’s Oosterdam from Barcelona to Athens on this 7-night Mediterranean cruise. Ports and highlights include Valletta, Souda, Santorini, Kusadasi, Ephesus, and Piraeus, plus days at sea with onboard entertainment and dining. Book this travel deal by May 21, 2026.
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- Up to $400 ship credit
- 50% reduced deposits
- Billboard Onboard, World Stage, and Rolling Stone Lounge
- Fitness center and onboard shopping
- Malta and Greek Isles itinerary
- Barcelona departure and Athens arrival
Use coupon code "LASTMINUTE" to take an extra 15% off a wide range of flight, hotel, and tour vacations to Ireland throughout 2024. Yielding discounts of up to $727, prices start from $1,653 per person. All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication. Shop Now at Dunhill Travel
Travel from Rome to Paris on this 9-day Globus guided tour through Italy, Switzerland, and France. Highlights include the Vatican Museums, the Colosseum, a private boat ride in Venice, a cruise on the Seine River, and first-class hotel stays in Rome, Florence, Venice Island, Lucerne, and Paris. Book this travel deal by May 16, 2026.
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- Radisson Blu Rome or similar
- Grand Hotel Mediterraneo in Florence or similar
- Carlton On The Grand Canal in Venice or similar
- Astoria in Lucerne or similar
- AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot or similar
- Single supplement waived on select dates
Pair an all-inclusive Mediterranean cruise with Switzerland rail journeys on this 22-night cruise and rail package from Imagine Cruising. Depart on June 24, 2027, and travel aboard Celebrity Equinox, with hotel stays in Barcelona, Florence, Lake Garda, St. Moritz, Interlaken, and Montreux. The package includes flights, taxes, transfers, a 10-night all-inclusive cruise, classic drinks, Wi-Fi, 3 scenic Swiss rail journeys, and escorted tours including Jungfraujoch, Bern and Thun, and Chillon Castle with wine tasting. Book this travel deal by May 31, 2026.
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- Bernina Red Train Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Interlaken
- GoldenPass Express from Interlaken to Montreux
- “Top of Europe” Jungfraujoch tour
- 4-star hotel stays with breakfast
- Select hotel stays with dinner
- Celebrity Equinox cruise with drinks and Wi-Fi
Experience Italy’s hill country on this 7-day culinary tour with all meals and daily wine included. Highlights include 4 cooking classes, a mozzarella-making tour, an olive oil tour, winery tour with tastings, medieval villages, and seaside towns. Book this travel deal by May 16, 2026.
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- All meals and daily wine
- 4 cooking classes
- Mozzarella-making tour
- Olive oil tour
- Winery tour with tastings
- Medieval villages and seaside towns
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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Savor the Amalfi Coast on this 7-day Italy tour with stays in Sorrento, Positano, and Pompeii. Highlights include a guided Sorrento food and market tour, a hands-on gelato class with tastings, and coastal sightseeing. Book this travel deal by May 16, 2026.
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- Sorrento, Positano, and Pompeii visits
- Guided Sorrento food and market tour
- Participatory gelato class with tastings
- Amalfi Coast sightseeing
Shop discounted fares aboard Ireland's flag carrier, with prices from $412. We found this price on flights departing from Denver, CO (DEN) with arrival in Dublin, Ireland (DUB) on August 11 and return on August 18. Book this travel deal by July 31.
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Save on cruises between now and April 2026. You'll get this discount on cruise-only fares, as well as up to $300 onboard credit, free and reduced fares for third and fourth guests, and more. Book this travel deal by May 22.
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Tour Italy with Globus on this 7-day Italian Escape from Rome to Venice. Highlights include the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Colosseum, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Venice, the Doges’ Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, and a private boat ride on Venice’s canals. Book this travel deal by May 15, 2026.
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- Guided tour from Rome to Venice
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel visit
- Guided visit to the Colosseum
- Assisi and Florence sightseeing
- Pisa’s Square of Miracles
- Private boat ride in Venice
Sail from Civitavecchia, Italy, to Barcelona aboard Oosterdam on this 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise from Holland America Line. Depart on August 29 and visit Portofino, Ajaccio, Marseille, and Gibraltar, with two days at sea. The offer also includes free fares for kids. Book this travel deal by May 21, 2026.
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- Portofino waterfront and Cinque Terre excursions
- Corsica sights and farmers' market options
- Marseille, Avignon, and Provence tours
- Gibraltar Rock and tapas excursions
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- Lido Market and The Dining Room
- Fitness center and Pickleball at Sea
Cruise France’s Rhone River with CroisiEurope on this 7-night sailing through Lyon, Provence, and Camargue. Highlights include refined French cuisine, drinks included, optional excursions, and an evening at a Paul Bocuse restaurant. Book this travel deal by May 17, 2026.
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- Lyon, Provence, and Camargue itinerary
- Refined French cuisine
- Drinks included
- Optional excursions
- Evening at a Paul Bocuse restaurant
Tour Ireland and Northern Ireland over a week with stops in Dublin, Belfast, Galway, and more, with excursions to Giant's Causeway (pictured), and a number of Ireland's historic wonders. Note that this does not include international airfare, but it can be added during reservation. All prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication. Buy Now at Dunhill Travel
Travel through Italy on this 9-day Globus guided tour. The trip includes visits to Venice Island, Florence, Assisi, Rome, and Pompeii, with first-class and superior first-class hotels along the way. Highlights include a private boat ride on Venice's canals, a visit to the Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs, and a guided walking tour in Florence's historic center. Book this travel deal by May 15, 2026.
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- Private Venice boat ride
- Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs
- Florence guided walking tour
- Guided Italy touring
Spend a week exploring the cities, castles, and scenic wonders of the Emerald Isle. Book this travel deal by December 31 for travel dates through October 21.
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- roundtrip international airfare
- hotel stays in Dublin, Kerry, Limerick, and Galway
- daily breakfast
- Visits to Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, and more
Tour Italy with Globus on this 8-day Italian Vista vacation. Highlights include Assisi, Florence, Lake Como, and a private boat ride, plus a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis and a guided walking tour in Florence’s historic center. Book this travel deal by May 15, 2026.
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- Guided Italy tour
- Private boat ride across Lake Como
- Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi
- Florence historic center walking tour
- First-class hotels
Use coupon code "IRELAND150" to take an extra $150 off a range of 4- to 12-night itineraries to visit the Emerald Isle in 2024 and 2025. Prices start from $843 per person after coupon, and most packages include international airfare. Prices vary by departure date and city; all prices, dates, and booking details were valid at the time of publication. Shop Now at Dunhill Travel
Tour Italy with Globus on this 9-day Bella Italia Escape from Venice to Sorrento. Highlights include a private boat ride on Venice’s canals, St. Mark’s Square, the Doges’ Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, Pisa, Florence, Assisi, Rome, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, Pompeii, and Sorrento. Book this travel deal by May 15, 2026.
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- Guided tour from Venice to Sorrento
- Private boat ride in Venice
- Private boat ride in Venice
- Guided walking tour in Florence’s historic center
- Doges’ Palace and Bridge of Sighs visit
- Pompeii and Sorrento sightseeing
- 8 breakfasts and 3 dinners
Save on this 8-day Riviera Rendezvous cruise from Nice, with highlights in France and Italy, by using promo code "FFSALE". Featured experiences include a hiking tour in Bastia, Bonifacio highlights with local produce tastings, and scenic Riviera ports. Book this travel deal by May 18, 2026.
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- Hiking tour in Bastia
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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.