Affordable summer travel destinations. ☀️

Fact: time on vacation flies by ten times faster than time at your 9 to 5… it’s a scientific fact. That’s why your PTO days are invaluable – and we have just the right suggestions for how to spend them this summer. Read on for tips to save on your next well-deserved getaway.

The fast lane

This week’s top travel stories and updates.

• Maximize your summer savings. With summer travel projected to be busy and costly, here are some tips for saving, such as choosing destinations where the USD is strong.
• Discover the secret to happiness for free. Finland, crowned the happiest country in the world for 2023, is offering a trip to a happiness masterclass this June.
• Protests on the horizon. Germany and France have experienced several protests and strikes recently that could impact travel – here’s what you need to know.
• Beat the summer rush. The high demand for international travel has led to longer US passport processing times, with waits now extending up to 13 weeks.

Current travel trends

Budget-friendly summer getaways.