SEATTLE, April 6,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While Spring Break has yet to wrap for some states,
many U.S. travelers are already planning their summer vacations.
According to Expedia® data, searches for summer getaways have
steadily increased over the last month, with many top destinations
seeing double-digit increases week-over-week in March. Destinations
seeing a recent spike in interest for June to August travel include
Singapore (+60%), Houston (+55%), Bali (+35%) and Washington, D.C. (+35%), indicating travelers
are researching getaways both near and far.
With summer vacation FOMO taking hold, Expedia offers a look at
the season's trending destinations and tips for helping travelers
get more out of their summer trips, including how to score the
season's cheapest fares.
"People are ready to make their summer vacations happen no
matter what," said Christie Hudson,
senior public relations manager for Expedia. "With many travel
restrictions easing over the past month, travelers have been
inspired to dust off their bucket lists and get a jumpstart on
planning. Prices are already reflecting that pent-up demand, so
timing is going to be key for getting the best deal."
Summer hotspots
These are some of the trending destinations travelers are eyeing
for summer getaways, based on recent spikes in flight
searches1:
- Beach bliss: Bali
(+35%), Maldives (+25%), Santorini
(+20%), Los Angeles (+20%), Bar
Harbor (+20%)
- U.S. city breaks: Chicago (+40%), Houston (+55%), Washington, D.C. (+35%), Austin (+30%), New
York City (+30%)
- Adventures abroad: Singapore (+60%), Stockholm (+35%), Ontario (+35%), Berlin (+30%), Dubai (+20%)
National and state parks and other outdoor destinations are
expected to remain popular this summer as top road-trip
destinations, including Mount Rushmore, Banff and Yellowstone National Park.
Best times to travel this summer2
- August is the cheapest month to fly, with average ticket prices
(ATPs) nearly 10% lower compared to July and 5% cheaper than
June.
- The most expensive day to fly is July
1st, the Friday prior to the July 4th holiday, when average ticket
prices are 25% higher than average for summer months.
- Between June and August, the highest ATPs are generally found
on Fridays and the cheapest tend to occur on Tuesdays.
Where to fly under $350
roundtrip2
These are a few of the cities where average ticket prices are below
$350 for the summer months:
- Fort Lauderdale
- Toronto
- Tampa
- San Antonio
- Houston
- Austin
- Providence
- Myrtle Beach
- Kelowna
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- Charleston
Expert tips for booking this summer's
getaway
- Book early and book smart: As with demand, prices will
likely increase as the months go by, making last-minute deals
harder to find. Travelers should lock in plans early by using "free
cancellation" filters on Expedia and choosing flights with waived
change fees. While it may be tempting to save a few dollars by
choosing restrictive basic economy or saver fares, selecting
flexible options will not only save travelers money in the long run
but also ensure peace of mind as plans can change.
- Be flexible with dates: When viable, travelers should
remain flexible with their travel dates. For instance, choosing a
weekday over a weekend or avoiding traveling over the holidays can
yield savings. Use fare calendars and create price alerts to track
pricing and snag a deal.
- Bundle to save: More likely than not, travelers will
need airfare, hotel and sometimes a rental car for a single trip.
Booking them together – also known as bundling – on Expedia can
save travelers hundreds of dollars.
- Get more with membership: The easiest way to save is by
signing up for a free Expedia Rewards account, unlocking
access to member pricing of 10% off or more on thousands of hotels.
Additionally, members collect points to save on future travel and
earn exclusive perks and benefits at top-rated properties around
the world.
1Summer hotspots are destinations that saw
spikes in flight searches during March for travel between
June 1 – August 31, 2022. Search growth compares the first
week of March to the last week of
March.
2Best time to travel and where
to go under $350 roundtrip based on
average ticket prices booked through March
28, 2022 for travel between June
1 – August 31, 2022. List
is arranged by price, lowest to highest, ranging from $275 – $345.
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