Summer is flying by quickly, but there’s still plenty of time to book a budget trip before the season of peak wanderlust expires. Right now, Caribbean destinations are stealing the spotlight with an extended Independence Day sale at Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas resorts, as well as enticing spa and flight perks at both Sandals and Beaches properties. And even in peak season, major cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Disney are slashing 30 percent off of select sailings.
As autumn approaches, so does the rail tour season, timed with fall foliage hitting its peak. Traverse the country by train with last-minute deals through Vacations by Rail, or take a tour of the Southwest with discounted kid prices at Rocky Mountaineer. Whether you’re looking to get away tomorrow or thinking ahead to 2025, options abound—so get to planning before these mid-summer deals blow away.
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Icelandic airline Play is offering cheaper access to Europe with their flash sale.
Summer and autumn flight sales are in full swing at Frontier Airlines, where travelers can currently snag one-way flights as cheap as $19 between select locations on select dates. This option works best if you’re flexible with dates and destinations—you won’t have a lot of wiggle room with these deals. If you’re feeling restless, on a budget, or are eager to get out of town, consider Frontier for an affordable start to your getaway.
It’s easier than ever to say aloha to a Hawaiian getaway thanks to Hawaiian Airlines’ current sale, which offers discounted rates on one-way trips to several popular islands from West Coast cities. Flights start as low as $119 for basic economy between numerous California and Hawaii cities, and select flights from Portland, Seattle, Phoenix, Austin, Boston, Las Vegas, and New York also make appearances in the sale. Travel dates currently run from August through December.
The budget airline is making it a cinch to save big not just on airfare, but hotels and more with its vacation packages, which are currently up to 30 percent off when travelers book flights, hotels, or rental cars together. Several of the top deals offer trips to Las Vegas and Cancun from cities such as Chicago, Houston, and New Orleans, starting at shockingly low prices that include flights and a hotel. International
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If you’re packing coffee, spices, baby powder, or anything else that could be considered to be a “powder-like substance” in your carry-on, you’ll need to keep it to 12 ounces or less or be subjected to additional screening, according to a new rule from the TSA.
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