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Forbes
6 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Summer 2025 Travel Deals To Save Money and Explore
There are a few opportunities to book discounted travel packages and enjoy competitive rates for some of the world's best vacation destinations. In several instances, airfare is actually cheaper than last year. Here are a few deals to check out. CHONBURI, THAILAND - 2025/03/20: Visitors seen walking through the alley of the street food stalls at Bang Saen Beach. Bang Saen Beach is a popular coastal spot just a short drive from the city. (Photo by Nathalie Jamois/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Two resorts in New England are offering summer packages that tennis and golf fans don't want to miss: Both locations are easily accessible for Boston and New York residents, making them ideal for weekend or extended stays. Flights are approximately 10% cheaper than last summer at $817 round-trip, according to Hopper. That's also notably lower than 2023's average of $1,056, which was also the most expensive travel year in recent memory. The most-booked cities are the usual suspects, such as London, Rome (which is celebrating a special jubilee year), Paris, and Dublin. You may also explore less-visited yet comparable destinations to spend less on lodging. For example, anticipate paying up to $300 per night in major cities versus half the cost in: Average nightly rates can vary depending on the destination and travel dates. It's worth comparing several potential trip ideas if you have a flexible schedule. Flights to Asia are also at some of the most affordable post-pandemic levels. An average round-trip costs $1,328, down 13% year-over-year. However, airfare is still pricier than it was several years ago, when itineraries hovered around $1,000 per person. Lodging can be notably cheaper than in Western countries, helping offset higher flight prices. For example, anticipate paying approximately $200 per night in Tokyo, Singapore, or Bali. If you're more adventurous, consider off-the-beaten-path cities like Pattaya, Thailand ($69/night), or Da Nang, Vietnam ($60/night), to enjoy similar experiences. Taking advantage of the exciting 1:1 Japan Airlines point transfer opportunity can be pivotal to booking a dream Asian trip this summer. Hopper's Summer 2025 Travel Outlook indicates that domestic flight prices are trending 3% lower compared to similar round trips from last summer. Las Vegas is one of the most affordable major cities in the United States this year, with average nightly rates of just $116. In contrast, New York City is one of the most expensive at $327 per night. Many other popular destinations have average nightly rates between $200 and $250, including Hawaii. Many theme parks and beach destinations offer competitively priced vacation rentals that provide more bedrooms and privacy than hotels at a similar rate. Orlando is one of the most budget-friendly options at $258 per night ($75 per bedroom). Early summer travel deals are available. However, you may also be better off waiting until late summer with an August or early September travel date when crowds are lighter. Overall, flights are cheaper to many places than in the past few years, and you can also save on lodging. Related Articles:
South China Morning Post
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Have ticket, will travel? China's concertgoers spur tourism spending spree
When tickets for comedian Jimmy O. Yang's June shows in Hong Kong sold out within seconds, fans flooded social media to lament how tough it was to get a seat. Many commenters sardonically repurposed the title of Yang's 2023 stand-up special: 'Guess How Much?' While some scrambled for resale tickets – complete with heavy mark-up – others outside the city found it easier to buy travel packages that included airport transfers and guaranteed bookings. Similarly, when British rock band Coldplay performed at Kai Tak Stadium in April, many travelling fans secured their spots by purchasing bundles with concert tickets and hotel stays. The frenzy for live shows is not unique to Hong Kong. A similar trend can be observed in mainland China, where in-demand concerts and music festivals are prompting fans to travel across the country for what they feel are once-in-a-lifetime experiences. With domestic consumption high on Beijing's economic agenda this year as trade tensions make export growth less reliable, local governments are bundling spots at popular shows with discounted hotel, dining and tourist bookings to encourage people to buy more than a ticket. Shily Zhou, a 26-year old who works for an advertising firm in Shanghai, has travelled twice within the last five months to see her idol, the singer and dancer Liu Yuxin. One trip took her to Chengdu in March, where her concert ticket granted her a 50 per cent discount to see the famed Taoist mountain Qingchengshan.
