Summer is basically here! This means a time of beautiful weather and many people are looking for a getaway. Because summer is the most popular time to travel, some travel brands offer deals as an incentive for travelers to book more trips.
While travel is (unfortunately) quite expensive for most consumers these days, you may find our selection of summer travel deals something your current budget can work with. We did some major digging and found big savings (up to 60% off!) on hotels, flights, cruises and car rentals.
The catch? You’ll need to be a little flexible with your travel dates and choice of destination, as that’s the best way to maximize your summer travel savings. It’ll be even better if you can be packed and ready to go in a flash, as hotels, airlines and especially cruise lines attempt to fill up bookings at the very last minute.
Disclaimer: These deals can change at any time. Not only that, but the prices are so good that these offers could easily sell out. As such, we recommend you jump on these deals before they disappear!
6 Best Deals on Last-Minute Summer Getaways
Featured: 3% Cash Back on Flights With Etihad Airways

Ready for an international adventure this summer? Booking international flights can be overwhelming, but the right deal with the right airline will help you get where you want to go for less. You can earn 3% cash back when you book a flight with Etihad Airways! Whether you have your heart set on exploring Egypt, jet setting in Japan or taking Thailand by storm, you’ll find the flight to help you get your dream vacation started. Explore top deals now and make sure you activate this cash back deal through RMN to enjoy the extra savings on the summer adventure you’ll never forget.
Up to 60% off Priceline Express Deals (Plus Extra Savings With Code)

Budget-minded travelers probably already know about Priceline’s Express Deals, which can save you up to 60% off hotel stays and rental cars. But RetailMeNot shoppers enjoy extra savings — including an extra 7% off Express Deal Hotels and an extra 6% off Express Deal Rental Cars — with these exclusive coupon codes.
Just make sure you’re logged into your RetailMeNot account and book with the codes at the link below to maximize your savings. The cherry on top of these deals? You’ll also earn 4% cash back on your purchase.
Up to 51% Off Last-Minute Cruises with Priceline

Now is also high time to save on journeys on the high seas, as there are lots of big deals available on last-minute cruises sailing soon. Departure ports include Miami, Orlando, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Galveston, Seattle, New Orleans and Baltimore — so pick the closest one and set sail!
Up to $900 Off With Royal Caribbean

If you like to sail Royal Caribbean in particular, the cruise line is currently running a Summer Cyber Sale, offering up to $800 off. Check out the various options and look out for flash deals that you may want to jump on quickly before they are gone.
Up to 30% off Budget Car Rentals

If you’re looking to venture out on a road trip instead (or just want to do some extra exploring at your destination), check Budget for rental cars this summer.
They have a rotating selection of deals that’ll save you as much as 30% off already discounted rentals. Current locations for the flash sale include Boston, Denver, Detroit, Orlando, Los Angeles and Phoenix.
Up to $600 off JetBlue Vacations Packages

Ready to book now — like right now? For a very limited time, JetBlue Vacations is offering up to $600 off flight + hotel and flight + cruise packages.
Keep in mind that the more you spend, the more you’ll save with these promos:
- $125 off $2,000+ with promo code SUN125
- $250 off $4,000+ with promo code SUN250
- $350 off $5,000+ with promo code SUN350
- $600 off $7,000+ with promo code SUN600
The only catch is that you have to book by June 15, 2025 — so don’t wait!
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