Every 7 days, take an extra 7% off rack rates on 7 select rooms and suites. Currently, deals include all-inclusive stays at Sandals Regency La Toc (pictured), Sandals Halcyon Beach, Sandals Royal Bahamian, and Sandals Montego Bay. Book this travel deal by September 9.
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Save $1,139 per traveler on this weeklong adventure, which includes hotel stays in Porto, Fatima, Lisbon, and Madrid, international flights, transfer fees, and activities. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Explore Athens for four nights before heading to the legendary Greek islands of Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete. Plus, you'll experience tours of Delphi, Athens, and the Meteora Monasteries, plus ferries, daily breakfast, and all transfers. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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- 1-night stay in Kalambaka
- 2-night stays in Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete
- international roundtrip airfare
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- daily breakfast plus one dinner
Spend 10 days exploring two centers of antiquity, complete with a 4-night Nile River cruise and tours of the Colosseum, Great Pyramids, and more. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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- 3-night Cairo hotel stay
- 4-night Nile River Cruise
- 3-night Rome hotel stay
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Spend a week exploring the architecture and history of Vietnam, including a Halong Bay cruise, international and domestic flights, and more. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Set sail on this History Channel curated cruise from San Diego, CA, on October 9 and enjoy stops and tours in Costa Rica, the Panama Canal, El Salvador, Aruba, and more, before debarking in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Spend two weeks aboard the Zuiderdam after departing from Boston, MA on October 18. Stops include San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas, USVI; Philipsburg, Sint Maaten, Castries, Saint Lucia; and Bridgetown, Barbados. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Nieuw Statendam departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on February 28 and includes stops at Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos; Nassau, Bahamas. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Explore the ABC islands on this History Channel-curated cruise. Departing from Fort Lauderdale, FL on January 30, 2026, this roundtrip cruise aboard the Rotterdam stops in Curacao, Bonaire, and Aruba, before porting at Half Moon Cay, Bahamas; en route to debarkation back in Florida. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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This roundtrip cruise aboard the Nieuw Amsterdam departs from San Diego, CA on November 15 and includes stops in Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, and Loreto, Mexico. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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Save $234 on this weeklong sailing. This roundtrip cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade departs on November 15 and features stops in Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, and Mazatlan. Book this travel deal by August 31.
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Save 50% on this weeklong package, where you'll spend 6 nights in a Palazzo, enjoy daily breakfast and dinner - along with most lunches - and experience olive mill tours, wine pairing classes with a sommelier, pasta, pizza, and biscotti cooking classes, and more. Book this travel deal by September 30; note that international travel is not included.
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Comparable packages cost $1,976 more - spend your nights in 5-star hotels and your days exploring ancient temples and a 3-night Nile River cruise. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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- 3-night all-inclusive Nile river cruise
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Comparable packages cost $1,150 more - this 3-country sprint includes stays in Paris, Lucerne, Florence, and more, along with daily breakfast, transportation between cities, and more. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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- hotel stays in Paris, Dijon, Zurich, Lucerne, Milan, Venice, Florence, and Rome
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Explore the culinary delights of the Yucatan on this package, which features several cooking classes, visits to Museo de Gastronomia and Merida Market, and some of the most important Mayan archaeological sites. Note that international airfare is not included; book this travel deal by September 15.
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Save on resort, hotel, and cabin stays, which come with meals and amenities like WiFi included. Destinations include Dominican Republic, Jamacia, and Cancun. Note that airfare isn't included.
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Save on stays in Boston, Miami Beach, Baltimore, and even as far afield as Paris, France or Dubai. Almost half of these deals include free WiFi with your stay.
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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.