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This Week's Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights

Every now and then, I step in to curate our Top 20 deals, a role typically led by our expert editor, Jonathan Jones. This week, he's aboard the inaugural sailing of the Norwegian Escape cruise ship.

I enjoy this process because it showcases how initial deal ideas evolve into exceptional offers through our team's negotiations, delivering real value for members.

Here are this week's standout deals:

$449 - Mexican Riviera 7-Night Winter Cruise with All Drinks Included

Post-holidays and New Year's, early January offers prime cruise deals. While others recover from travel and set resolutions, start your year with a vacation. This deal includes unlimited drinks—a major onboard expense saver, potentially worth hundreds of dollars—along with buffets and more.

This Week s Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights

$94 - Montreal Hotel near Notre-Dame with Parking or Breakfast

Canada remains exceptionally affordable, with discounts up to 25% across the board. Ideal for Northeast drivers, this centrally located hotel includes parking, eliminating extra costs.

This Week s Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights

$89 - Disneyland Hotel with Parking, 50% Off

As a lifelong Disney enthusiast, I appreciate family-friendly value. Book between holidays when schools resume for lowest rates ($89+), or enjoy peak weeks like Christmas-NYE at $149-$199. Steps from the entrance, rooms feature fridges and microwaves.

This Week s Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights

$10 - Key West & Orlando Flights from Fort Lauderdale (One-Way)

Unprecedented $10 one-way fares on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays, December 1-17. Limited availability—act fast. Driving may match time due to airport processes, but this price is extraordinary.

This Week s Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights

Airfare Alerts

These fares, though not $10, save hundreds:

$479 - Boston to Lisbon, Portugal (Roundtrip)

$445 - Chicago to São Paulo & Rio, Brazil (Roundtrip) – Brazil fares are declining due to a strong U.S. dollar and pre-Olympics lull. Mostly last-minute, some into winter (Brazil summer). Sold out quickly upon posting.

$699 - Atlanta to Istanbul Summer (Roundtrip) – On Turkish Airlines (2015 Skytrax Europe's best). New nonstop route, $300 below connecting options for peak summer.

December Sweet Spot

Weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year's yield great deals amid holiday travel spikes. Examples:

$519 - Cancun 'Dreams' 3-Night Escape with Air

This Week s Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights

$10+ - Las Vegas: Save up to 80% on Hotels, Dining, Spas & Shows – Comprehensive deals page for this optimal period.

$129 - NYC Times Square Hotel, Spacious Rooms, 60% Off – Despite holiday demand, favorable exchange rates and new supply enable these rates.

This Week s Top 20 Travel Deals: December Sweet Spot + $10 One-Way Flights
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