Expedia Just Dropped SECRETS On Scoring BIG Savings For Your Summer Trip!
💸✈️ Jet off to your dream summer destination without blowing your budget! We’ve got all the juicy tips you need to save big in 2024. 🌞 #SummerTravel #TravelDeals #ExpediaTips
MSP International Airport, Minnesota – Are you dreaming of a fun-filled summer vacation? Well, get excited because now’s the time to start planning! Expedia just released their Summer Travel Outlook report, and it’s packed with mind-blowing tips to help you save some serious cash on your trip. We’ve read the report (so you don’t have to) and want to share with you some highlights…
The Most Popular Places to Visit This Summer
The Expedia report showed that loads of Americans are searching for flights to awesome cities like New York and London. Beach spots like Cancun and Honolulu are also crazy popular.
And if you’ve got your sights set on France, you’re not alone – Paris and other French cities are seeing a huge surge in searches for late July when they’ll be hosting a big global sports event. Talk about perfect timing!
Will you be watching the Olympics this year? You don’t have to travel to Paris to experience the thrills of the summer games. Did you know you can watch at select movie theaters across the Midwest?
Based on flight searches, New York, Orlando and Los Angeles are the top summer destinations. But don’t worry, the Midwest made the top 10 – thanks to Chicago!
Folks planning on exploring Indianapolis, Indiana or visiting Mackinac Island (in Michigan) should book hotels early – both of these destinations are in the Top 10 for domestic summer destinations (based on lodging searches on Expedia). I guess a lot of folks want to visit the MOST haunted spot in Michigan! Hehe.
Book at Just the Right Moment to Save Big
To score the best deals on flights, you’ve gotta be strategic. Expedia’s data found that booking domestic or international flights 21 to 60 days before your trip could save you around 15% compared to booking super early or last-minute. For Memorial Day weekend plans, the window to save big will be slamming shut by early May. So don’t wait too long!
The Cheapest Days to Fly Out
When it comes to picking your departure date, Mondays are the way to go for international flights, while Tuesdays are best for domestic trips. Travelers who flew out on these days saved about 15% compared to those who left on Thursdays or Fridays. Every little bit adds up!
The above infographic highlights the best day of the week to fly, based on price. Below, is the best day of the week to fly by volume. Tuesday is best for domestic.
August is the Sweet Spot
If your schedule is flexible, consider booking your summer getaway for mid-to-late August. Not only are the crowds smaller, but you could also save a whopping $265 on round-trip tickets compared to flying during the super busy and pricey last week of June. More money in your pocket for souvenirs and fancy cocktails!
4th of July Warning
Just a heads up – if you’re planning to fly around the 4th of July holiday, which falls on a Thursday this year, prepare for packed airports and higher prices. The week leading up to this patriotic celebration is predicted to be the busiest time to fly all summer. But hey, at least you’ll have plenty of opportunities to show off your red, white, and blue outfits!
Use Expedia’s Traveler Tools
To make planning your dream summer vacay a total breeze, take advantage of Expedia’s incredible traveler tools. Get notified the second flight prices drop with their handy Price Tracking feature on the app. Filter your hotel search for places with free cancellation or pay-later options to keep your plans flexible. And don’t forget to bundle your flight and hotel bookings on Expedia for some sweet package deals.
Conclusion
So what are you waiting for? The world is calling, and with these expert tips from Expedia’s Summer Travel Outlook, you’re ready to answer without breaking the bank. Happy travels!
🗣 What are your summer travel plans? We’d LOVE to hear from you in the comments section below. ⬇️
