This comprehensive bundle includes roundtrip airfare, 5-star hotel stays in Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai, guided tours per itinerary, and more. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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- roundtrip international airfare
- 4-night hotel stay in Beijing
- 2-night hotel stay in Xian
- 3-night hotel stay in Shanghai
- daily breakfast
- English-speaking guide throughout
You'd pay $1,309 more for similar vacation packages. This 2-week long package includes a 4-night Yangtzee River cruise and stays in Beijing, Shanghai, Chongquing, and more, plus daily breakfast, guided tours throughout, and more. Book this travel deal by September 30.
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- roundtrip international airfare
- hotel stays in Beijing, Suzhou, Wuxi, Hangzhou, Shanghai, and Chongquing
- 4-night Yangtze River cruise
- daily breakfast
- guided tours and entrance fees per itinerary
- transfers and ground transportation
- English-speaking tour guide.
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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- roundtrip international airfare
- hotel stays in Paris, Dijon, Zurich, Lucerne, Milan, Venice, Florence, and Rome
- train and ground transportation between cities
- daily breakfast
- guided tours
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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- International roundtrip airfare
- hotel stays in Cairo, Hurghada, and Alexadria
- 3-night all-inclusive Nile river cruise
- transfers and transportation throughout
- guided tours per itinerary
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.