Summer will be here before you know it, so it’s time to submit that PTO request and get planning.
Somehow, we’re past the point of making spring break travel plans for 2024. We’re honestly not sure how it happened, but here we are. Truly warmer weather will be here before we know it, the summer vacation season isn’t so far away either. In the famous words of the ‘90s adult contemporary icons Wilson Phillips, we just gotta hold on.
Yes, it’s time to get those 2024 getaways on the calendar if you haven’t already, particularly if you’re still eyeing a summer adventure. Heck, it’s not even too early to start thinking about a fall vacation. Don’t forget, with travel deals the early bird often gets the worm, so you won’t want to wait too long to take advantage of savings on your travel plans.
April is really the last month, according to experts, to get some truly great deals on summer travel—historically, prices tend to sky rocket as we head into May and get nearer to the official kickoff of summer vacation: Memorial Day weekend. And while MDW is traditionally a time to snag big sales on furniture and jewelry, finding a cheap MDW flight is a bit more challenging. But don’t worry, if there’s deal to be found, Thrillist will let you know.
The deals below should have you covered no matter what sort of getaway is most appealing to you and yours. We’ve got all sorts of cheap flights, travel and hotel deals, with both budget-friendly and aspirational options, for you to consider. There are vacation packages, train deals, tour savings, and even camper van rental promos and the occasional luggage deal.
Throughout the month, we’ll keep this post fresh so you can stay on top of all the best flight, travel, and hotel deals so you can save money when you’re getting out there this month and beyond. Bookmark this page and we promise you’ll always have something good to come back for.
La Compagnie
The business-class-only airline is offering discounted flights from New York to Europe. Right now, you can find roundtrip flights starting $2,400 to Paris, Milan, and the French Riviera. Plus all the flights can be changed without fees, meaning you can book now and still make adjustments to your plans down the road. Learn more details here.
Air Tahiti Nui
The airline is offering roundtrip flights from Seattle and Los Angeles to Paris starting at $832. The flights need to be booked by April 30, and are valid for travel dates through May 31, 2024. You can also find vacation packages to Tahiti, including flights and hotels starting at $2,000 for six-night stays. You can find more details here.
Frontier Airlines
The budget airline’s popular GoWild! all-you-can-fly pass just went on sale at a dramatic discount. Right now, Frontier is offering its one-year unlimited flight pass for $599 while supplies last. Additionally, the airline is now offering a monthly unlimited flight pass at a discounted price of $149 per month, as well as summer unlimited flight pass for just $399 for a limited time. The pass does have some rules and limitations, including blackout periods and that you need to book your domestic flight the day before your trip.
Spirit Airlines
The budget airline is offering up to 30% off vacation packages, allowing travelers to save significant cash when you book your flight, hotel, and/or rental car all together through the airline. One deal offers a Chicago package to Las Vegas starting at $201 per person for a three-night stay, while another three-night Detroit package to Cancun starts at $289 per person.
Etihad Airways
The airline has discounted stopover flight packages right now including 40% off two or four-night hotel stays in Abu Dhabi hotels, one or two-night free stopovers in selected hotels, and free accommodations for travelers with a connecting flight in Abu Dhabi. The airline’s stopover program also offers discounts on restaurants and experiences. More details are available here.
Delta Air Lines
Delta AmEx cardholders can now earn award flights obtained using their SkyMiles at a 15% discount through the airline’s new “TakeOff 15” promotion.
Hotel & Resort Deals Right Now
HotelTonight
HotelTonight is offering up to 50% off of hotels that are along the path of totality for the total solar eclipse, meaning you can find some ultra discounted last-minute bookings for the major celestial event. Just book through HotelTonight.com.
Karisma Hotels & Resorts
The hotel chain is offering guests up to 55% off stays booked through May 2, 2024. The deal can be applied to stays through January 2, 2025. Participating properties include Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts, Margaritaville Beach Resorts, Azul Beach Resorts, and Karisma Villas.
Andaz Mexico City Condesa
The luxury CDMX hotel in the historic and artsy Condesa neighborhood is offering 20% off stays booked at the property through August 2024. The hotel offers amenities like a rooftop pool, a spa, and a matcha cafe.
Motel 6
Right now, travelers joining Motel 6’s rewards program, My6, will receive 6% off their stay at all Motel 6 and Studio 6 properties. My6 members also get up to 30% off Avis car rentals, free delivery from DoorDash and Grubhub, and $30 off airfare purchased through the Cheap O Air platform.
Capital One Travel
VentureX cardholders can earn a $100 “experience credit” if they stay at any of the card company’s new Premier Collection of hotels and resorts. The credits can be applied to dining, spa services, and more. Room upgrades, when available, are also offered to cardholders.
MSC Cruises
The cruise line is offering a major limited-time deal on its sailings with cruises starting at $179. Right now, customers booking during the wave season period also receive up to a $400 onboard credit, an Easy-Plus drink package, Wi-Fi for up to two devices per stateroom, and kids sail for free. The deal is eligible for sailings through winter 2025.
Holland America Line
The cruise line’s major Anniversary Sale is offering up to 45% off all fares, up to $300 onboard credit, and 50% reduced deposits. Plus you can include free third and fourth guests on select cruises. The offer ends April 30.
Princess Cruises
Princess is offering up to 35% savings on cruise fares for select 2024, 2025, and 2026 sailings. The sale also includes complimentary room upgrades and an offer for third and fourth guests to sail free on select cruises. You can find Alaska cruises starting at $297, Caribbean cruises starting at $418, and Mediterranean cruises starting at $797.
Windstar Cruises
Book by June 30 and you can receive a complimentary All Inclusive Fare upgrade. The upgrade will include unlimited alcohol, Wi-Fi, and all gratuities. Windstar Cruises is also offering last-minute cruise deals, which will offer discounts on cruises that are scheduled within the next month.
Azamara Cruises
The cruise line is running Pick Your Perk sale, offering travelers $1,000 that can be used for onboard credit towards shore excursions and spa days, or it can be applied towards airfare booked through Azamara. Book by May 30, 2024. The sale is applicable to sailings between July 1, 2024 and June 5, 2025.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line is running its Free at Sea promotion. Get up to five offers, including a free unlimited open bar package, free specialty dining, free shore excursions, free Wi-Fi, and free third and fourth guests for on select sailings. The deal applies to sailings that are three nights or longer. Right now you can also book and get your second guest free, until April 15.
Disney Cruise Line
The popular cruise line is currently offering up to 25% off select sailings from a number of destinations including Rome, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Southampton, Miami, Vancouver, and Port Canaveral.
Royal Caribbean
The cruise line is now offering 60% off second guests, alongside its “Kids Sail Free” promotion. Plus, you can get up to $600 in onboard credit. The deal is valid until May 2. More details on available sailing dates are available here.
More Travel Deals Right Now
Dis-Loyalty
The new travel and food membership program from hotel and lifestyle brand Ennismore is offering members significant discounts on hotel stays including 50% off deals at just-opened hotels like Hyde Ibiza, Mama Shelter Dijon, and 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis this month. Membership in the program costs $18 a month or $216 per year (with a minimum one-year commitment) and includes many additional food and travel discounts.
Saint Lucia
The popular destination is offering deals of up to 50% off hotels, resorts, tours, and excursions for guests visiting the area. The special offers can be browsed on the destination’s website.
Amtrak
The rail service just expanded its offer of discounted “Night Owl” tickets on the Northeast Corridor right now. Additional current Amtrak deals can be viewed here.
Costsaver
The tour brand is offering up to 15% off a number of getaways booked less than four months out, including over $500 off a 28-day European Discoverer tour and almost $300 off the company’s Spectacular Canyons and National Parks tour.
Cabana
The camper van rental startup has a number of deals to help you save money on your next adventure right now. You can get $200 off bookings of five nights or more using the promo code EXTENDEDSTAYS, or $600 off bookings of ten nights or more with the code EXTENDEDSTAY10. One way trips from select markets are available for $75/night, and teachers and first responders can both get 20% off their stay. The service is available in Seattle, LA, San Francisco, and Austin.
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