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Business Upturn
23-06-2025
- Business Upturn
Travel Smarter This Summer: KAYAK Reveals Flight Delay Hotspots and Travel Hacks
STAMFORD, Conn., June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With summer travel season in full swing, KAYAK has released new insights to help travelers avoid one of the most frustrating parts of flying: delays. Drawing from summer flight data last year, KAYAK's latest analysis pinpoints the most delay-prone times during the day, worst days and busiest airports – plus expert tips on how to fly smarter right now. Key Findings: JFK (New York), CLT (Charlotte), and MIA (Miami) reported the highest percentage of delays among major U.S. airports, with over 40% of flights departing behind schedule. reported the highest percentage of delays among major U.S. airports, with of flights departing behind schedule. LGA (New York) topped the list for cancelations, with 4% of flights called off entirely. topped the list for cancelations, with of flights called off entirely. FAT (Fresno), PSP (Palm Springs) and HNL (Honolulu) ranked as the least likely to get delayed with only 15% of flights getting delayed 'It's not just when you fly—it's where you fly from,' said Kayla DeLoache, travel expert at KAYAK. 'Major hubs like JFK and Miami may offer lots of options, but they also come with a higher risk of disruption. If you live in a place with more than one airport option, smaller or leisure-focused airports like Palm Springs or White Plains are proving to be summer standouts for on-time travel.' KAYAK recommends that travelers flying out of high-delay airports consider early morning departures (flights taking off before 8am tend to be half as delayed as flights taking off between 6 and 10pm), build in extra buffer time and track flight status closely as their trip approaches. Don't let delays derail your summer plans. See KAYAK's full breakdown of airport delay data and expert travel tips HERE . Methodology KAYAK considered the 100 most searched departure airports in the United States based on flight search data from between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024. About KAYAK KAYAK, part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG), is the world's leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms, we help people find their perfect flight, stay, rental car and vacation package. Trusted by millions of travelers, the KAYAK app makes travel planning seamless on iOS and Android , and we also support business travelers with our corporate travel solution. Contact: Sarah Rauth 201-214-8250 [email protected]
Straits Times
23-06-2025
- Straits Times
The secret to finding the best travel bargains
Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms offers global farm stays for volunteers who participate in farm work, and they can use their free time to explore. PHOTO: PIXABAY The secret to finding the best travel bargains To save the most on travel, resist the mainstream. Instead, think in every way – including where to go, how to go and when to go – like a contrarian. I call this frugal secret the off-travel mindset, a willingness to chart your own course to savings and possibly a better experience. The following are a few off-travel strategies I rely on. Off-peak travel Off-peak travel, or going when everyone else is not, generally gets you the best prices on costs that change with demand, including flights and accommodations. Ms Kayla DeLoache, the US travel expert for travel search site Kayak, said midweek flights tend to offer the best value, while Fridays and Sundays are the most expensive, thanks to the weekend surge. 'Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are generally where we see airfare around 20 per cent cheaper than on other days of the week,' said Ms Katy Nastro of a membership service for cheap airfare. She cited a round-trip flight between Boston and San Francisco in August at US$241 (S$309) for Monday to Friday, which drops to US$208 when the departure shifts to Tuesday. The same approach applies to the calendar. For summer travel, flights in late May and late August can save travellers 15 to 20 per cent on airfare, compared with those in mid-July, when traffic peaks, according to Ms DeLoache. Off-season travel Would you sacrifice the best weather in a destination for the best price? That is the prospect of off-season travel, going when the crowds ease, usually because of weather or school holidays. In addition to lower airfares and hotel rates, off-season triggers its own specials. For example, several recreational vehicle rental companies offer one-way relocation deals to get their vehicles from one destination post-season to the next, often 40 to 60 per cent off normal prices and starting as low as US$14 a night. Rental car company Hertz regularly offers one-way rentals at up to 50 per cent off during transition seasons. 'It's really a win-win,' wrote Mr Henry Kuykendall, executive vice-president of customer operations for Hertz, in an e-mail. 'Customers get a great deal on one-way journeys, while we move our vehicles where they'll serve customers best.' Off-the-beaten-path travel In travel economics, popularity triggers higher prices. If everyone wants to go to Dubrovnik, Croatia, which has a finite number of guest rooms, then the prices for those rooms tend to go up. And if you find long wait times at attractions and restaurants, the quality of the experience tends to go down. One way to avoid the beaten-path pinch is to get off it by looking for similarities in less popular places, or 'dupes'. 'These dupes offer similar experiences, landscapes or cultural vibes, allowing travellers to avoid crowds and save money while still enjoying a memorable trip,' wrote Ms Melanie Fish, vice-president of global public relations for Expedia Group Brands, in an e-mail. She identified alternatives, including Baton Rouge, Louisiana, over New Orleans for a similar cultural spirit but a cheaper cost of living. With its walkable streets, small hotels and culinary scene, Charleston, South Carolina, can substitute for Europe and save you money on airfare. (Expedia noted that round-trip airfare to Charleston from New York recently started at US$217.) Off-ramp travel Whether you call it off-road, off-grid or offline, leaving the world behind usually means saving money. In the US, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) allows dispersed camping – meaning camping apart from developed campgrounds – for free for up to 14 days on its public lands. (Travellers should expect to forgo toilets and running water and adhere to Leave No Trace wilderness principles.) The federal website manages camping reservations on lands managed by several agencies, including the National Park Service and the BLM, which also offers campgrounds. also takes reservations for rustic cabins on Forest Service lands. Several camping platforms, including The Dyrt, Hipcamp and Campspot, identify campgrounds, dispersed camping areas and campsites on private lands. Off-speed travel Transport is one of the biggest expenses of a trip. But what if you tried moving at the speed of humans when you got there? Slow travel, such as following ancient routes – think of pilgrimage trails such as the Camino de Santiago in Spain – can offer relatively affordable ways to travel. Walking routes that do not require camping can be a lot easier to find in Europe – hikes in Switzerland range from vineyard ambles to high Alpine treks. W ith some planning, w alkers can also tackle sections of the 1,609km-long Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin using shuttle services from trailheads to lodgings in local communities arranged in advance with volunteers . Going by bike – or bikepacking – allows you to cover more ground. The Adventure Cycling Association offers information on long-distance bike routes across the country and into Canada. It also offers its own guided biking trips (a four-day, inn-to-inn trip in Maine costs about US$1,700) and a list of cyclists-only lodgings found along bike touring routes. Off-the-cuff travel While it may be difficult to find a cheap flight at the last minute, spontaneous lodging and package deals abound. The app HotelTonight offers discounted last-minute lodgings – which range from basic to luxury hotels – in cities from Albuquerque, the US, to Zurich, Switzerland. Among short-term rental platforms, Whimstay offers deals on vacation homes, usually with booking dates within 30 days. Online travel agencies often maintain pages devoted to deals on short notice. Expedia recently listed a trip to Orlando, Florida, from Baltimore for US$171 a person a night, including airfare and hotel accommodations. Travelocity and discount retailer Costco also list travel sales. Tour companies such as Intrepid Travel offer last-minute deals, recently including a nine-day trip to Bali in June for US$772, or about US$200 off, not including airfare. Offset travel In some cases, travellers can trade their sweat equity for free or discounted travel by volunteering. Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms, for example, offers global farm stays for volunteers who participate in farm work and can use their free time to explore. Experiences range from making goat cheese in Greece to working on an organic 8ha farm in Missouri. The organisation emphasises education and cultural exchange, and hosts provide meals and lodging to their volunteers, who usually work around 25 hours a week. Other organisations charge a fee to cover a volunteer's lodging and food. The non-profit ConservationVIP, for example, offers week-long trail restoration trips in Yosemite National Park for US$1,095 a person. If your idea of travel involves getting to know the locals, consider a day of volunteering. In Hawaii, the programme Malama Hawaii offers a range of traveller-friendly volunteer opportunities across the islands, such as beach clean-ups and tree-planting. NYTIMES Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Vancouver Sun
15-06-2025
- Vancouver Sun
How — and where — to travel this summer if you're on a tight budget
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Travel during Canadian summers may seem like an unattainable thing for those who must adhere to a strict budget — but it doesn't have to be. KAYAK has released its annual Travel Check-In: Summer 2025 report , and according to the data, there are ways to save on your latest adventure. 'Canadians are making the most of their travel plans this summer and continue to look for ways to save,' Kayla DeLoache, travel trends expert for KAYAK, told The Toronto Sun. Plan your next getaway with Travel Time, featuring travel deals, destinations and gear. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Travel Time will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'Lucky for travellers, summer travel prices are bucking the trend and have dropped by 4% since last year.' With fewer Canadians heading to the United States this summer, there are other destinations that prove worthy. The average airfare to popular destinations like St. Maarten, Martinique, Mexico and Aruba are down more than 20% compared to last year. Other exotic locations that have seen drops in airfare include Romania and Shanghai. Jamaica, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica are also forecasted to be wallet-friendly international destinations this summer. Canadians are also looking beyond the usual beach resorts and are becoming more interested in basking in the beauty of stunning landscapes and immersing themselves in new communities. An increased number of Canadians are looking into travelling to Africa and Central America, as interest in the continents have jumped by 17% and 12%, respectively, compared to last year. Specifically, Tanzania has seen a 103% increase in flight searches year over year, though the airfare has gone up by 17%. There has been increased interest in Italian destinations Sicily and Naples; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Quito, Ecuador; Marrakech, Morocco; and Ponta Delgada, Portugal. But it isn't all about long-haul getaways. For those whose elbows are firmly up and extra pointy or Canadians who simply want to enjoy some homegrown locales have decent priced options with flights under $350 this summer. Tourist magnets like Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver are on the list but so are some underrated gems with fewer crowds like Abbotsford, B.C. and Saskatoon. If you needed more incentive, Canada Day fares are also down 8%, making it the perfect time to plan for an extra-long weekend this year, particularly in budget-friendly Canadian standouts Victoria, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and Kelowna. Another tip from the travel website is to catch an early-morning flight, which is usually cheaper, face fewer delays and give you more time in your destination. And for those travelling with kids, Kayak suggests avoiding the most expensive weeks of summer — late June through early August. Aim for late August (specifically Aug. 11-31) where you'll find cheaper flights, cheaper hotels and fewer meltdowns at security. That said, some travellers are keeping their plans as is, despite the price. Paris and London are the most popular destinations this summer, despite no change in airfare over the same time last year. Flights to Lisbon, Rome, Tokyo, Athens and Manila have seen slight decreases in airfare costs, which any traveller can appreciate.
Toronto Sun
15-06-2025
- Toronto Sun
How — and where — to travel this summer if you're on a tight budget
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Create Account Travel during Canadian summers may seem like an unattainable thing for those who must adhere to a strict budget — but it doesn't have to be. KAYAK has released its annual Travel Check-In: Summer 2025 report, and according to the data, there are ways to save on your latest adventure. 'Canadians are making the most of their travel plans this summer and continue to look for ways to save,' Kayla DeLoache, travel trends expert for KAYAK, told The Toronto Sun. 'Lucky for travellers, summer travel prices are bucking the trend and have dropped by 4% since last year.' With fewer Canadians heading to the United States this summer, there are other destinations that prove worthy. The average airfare to popular destinations like St. Maarten, Martinique, Mexico and Aruba are down more than 20% compared to last year. Plan your next getaway with Travel Time, featuring travel deals, destinations and gear. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Other exotic locations that have seen drops in airfare include Romania and Shanghai. Jamaica, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica are also forecasted to be wallet-friendly international destinations this summer. Aerial view of palm trees and the resorts by the ocean in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. (Getty Images) Getty Images Canadians are also looking beyond the usual beach resorts and are becoming more interested in basking in the beauty of stunning landscapes and immersing themselves in new communities. An increased number of Canadians are looking into travelling to Africa and Central America, as interest in the continents have jumped by 17% and 12%, respectively, compared to last year. Specifically, Tanzania has seen a 103% increase in flight searches year over year, though the airfare has gone up by 17%. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Aerial view of luxury resort and turquoise waters in exotic Tanzania. (Getty Images) Getty Images There has been increased interest in Italian destinations Sicily and Naples; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Quito, Ecuador; Marrakech, Morocco; and Ponta Delgada, Portugal. But it isn't all about long-haul getaways. RECOMMENDED VIDEO For those whose elbows are firmly up and extra pointy or Canadians who simply want to enjoy some homegrown locales have decent priced options with flights under $350 this summer. Tourist magnets like Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver are on the list but so are some underrated gems with fewer crowds like Abbotsford, B.C. and Saskatoon. Aerial view of the Central Business District in bustling neighbourhood in Saskatoon. (Getty Images) Getty Images If you needed more incentive, Canada Day fares are also down 8%, making it the perfect time to plan for an extra-long weekend this year, particularly in budget-friendly Canadian standouts Victoria, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and Kelowna. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Another tip from the travel website is to catch an early-morning flight, which is usually cheaper, face fewer delays and give you more time in your destination. Read More And for those travelling with kids, Kayak suggests avoiding the most expensive weeks of summer — late June through early August. Aim for late August (specifically Aug. 11-31) where you'll find cheaper flights, cheaper hotels and fewer meltdowns at security. That said, some travellers are keeping their plans as is, despite the price. Paris and London are the most popular destinations this summer, despite no change in airfare over the same time last year. 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New York Times
10-06-2025
- New York Times
The Secret to Finding the Best Travel Bargains
To save the most on travel, resist the mainstream. Instead, think in every way — including where to go, how to go and when to go — like a contrarian. I call this frugal secret the off-travel mind-set, a willingness to chart your own course to savings and possibly a better experience. The following are a few off-travel strategies I rely on. Off-Peak Travel Off-peak travel, or going when everyone else isn't, generally gets you the best prices on costs that change with demand, including flights and accommodations. Kayla DeLoache, the U.S. travel expert for the travel search site Kayak, said midweek flights tend to offer the best value while Fridays and Sundays are the most expensive thanks to the weekend surge. 'Tuesdays, Wednesday and Saturdays are generally where we see airfare around 20 percent cheaper than other days of the week,' said Katy Nastro, of a membership service for cheap airfare. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
