With its long, sunny days, and kids out of school, summer is typically a busy season for travel. But jam-packed planes and sky-high airfares mean that many Americans aren’t able to plan for as much travel as they’d like this year.
Luckily, numerous travel companies, including airlines, cruises, and hotels, have recently launched promotions that could help customers realize their travel dreams this summer and fall. Here are the best travel deals we’ve spotted to hopefully inspire those future getaways.
French Polynesia is one of the places guests can travel to with Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic.
Photo by Michael S. Nolan
25 percent off select Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic sailings
You’ll have to act quickly if you want to take advantage of Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic’s summer deal. From now until June 23, the company is offering 25 percent off sailings in 2023 and 2024, plus $1,000 per person in additional credit. Some of the bookable itineraries include:
Save up to $400 on an EF Go Ahead Tours trip
Small group tour company EF Go Ahead Tours is running its Semi-Annual Sale through June 29, with discounts on trips to more than 80 countries. Those who book by June 29 will receive up to $400 off a 2023, 2024, or 2025 tour. There will also be a flash sale on June 20 and 21 for Summer Solstice, wherein customers can get up to $800 off a 2023 tour.
CitizenM rooms up to 25 percent off
Super chic hospitality brand citizenM is offering up to 25 percent off room rates throughout the summer season. Travelers can make discounted bookings through the end of August at any of the brand’s 31 hotels located in 18 U.S. cities and abroad. Domestically that includes Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Miami, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, D.C. International destinations include Copenhagen, London, Paris, Taipei, and Zurich. To score the deal, you’ll have to book by July 2 and stay for at least two nights.
10 percent discount on Europe rail and bus bookings with Trainline
Heading to Europe this summer? You can save on train and bus tickets with Trainline’s flash sale. Customers who use the code TICKET2EUROPE on Trainline bookings for trains or bus rides will receive a 10 percent discount—but just through June 21, so act fast.
In celebration of the summer solstice, Holland America Line is offering up to half off on June Alaska sailings.
Courtesy of Holland America Line
Cruises to Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean with Holland America Line for as low as $299
Cruises can make for an easy family vacation—few decisions are necessary and there’s often something for everyone onboard. With that in mind, cruise company Holland America Line is offering kids the chance to sail for free (with a paying parent or guardian) on select Alaska, Europe, and the Caribbean voyages. Fares start at $299.
Free upgrades at Marriott Bonvoy hotels and resorts
Marriott Bonvoy, one of the largest hotel chains in the world, is offering complimentary upgrades or discounts on suites for summer bookings made by July 31 for stays through September 4, 2023. To access the upgrade, use the promotional code HDK.
Buy one get one 75 percent off Celebrity Cruises
If you’re dreaming of a trip to the Mediterranean, Alaska, or the Bahamas, Celebrity Cruises’ deal could make it a reality. From June 29 to July 6, the cruise company is offering a buy one cruise get one at 75 percent off deal for most sailings (excluding Galápagos itineraries) for travel between June 29, 2023, and April 30, 2025. Guests who book a stateroom big enough for four passengers will also receive a $800 credit to spend onboard.
Watch the hillside scenery roll on by while riding the Rocky Mountaineer train.
Photo by Salvador Lopez/Rocky Mountaineer
Take a ride on the Rocky Mountaineer railway—for less
Those looking to travel slowly and appreciate the passing scenery might want to consider Rocky Mountaineer’s summer sale. The railway’s Rockies to Red Rocks route (which travels from Moab, Utah, to Denver, Colorado) is being offered at $1,000 off per couple (or $500 off per person). The sale is only available on select dates when booked through the train’s website or through a travel agent before June 30, 2023.
Stay in a Kimpton for up to 30 percent off
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ Summer Sale is live through Monday, June 26. Available at all participating Kimpton hotels globally, guests can save up to 30 percent on nights between now and September 5, 2023, subject to availability.
Save on Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Travelers who book an all-inclusive, luxury river cruise with Uniworld can score up to $3,000 in savings. Some standout itineraries include:
Flights from the mainland with Hawaiian Airlines from $119
Whether you’re traveling from the mainland or Hawai‘i, airfare will be cheap—provided you book soon. Hawaiian Airlines is running a deal on one-way fares, with prices as low as $119 each way from Hawai‘i’s major airports to cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. To and from New York City, fares start at $393. Available travel dates begin August 14 and extend through October 26.
This article was originally written in May 2023 and has since been updated with new information.
