If your wallet is still hurting from all of that holiday travel and gift giving, we’ve got some good news for you: A new batch of winter travel deals is here to help bring down the costs of any upcoming long weekend getaways, spring break trips, and summer vacations. Wondering what kind of deals are available this month? Cruisers will be happy to know wave season is in full swing, bringing with it the best discounts of the year on sailings everywhere from Antarctica to the Caribbean. If you’re more of a road tripper, know that you can save on rental cars when you book with Budget. And for those eager for someone else to do the planning, head to the tours section below to snag discounts on trips put together by Trafalgar, Contiki, and more. Without further ado, the best winter travel deals to scoop up right now.
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Hotel deals
Marriott Bonvoy is doling out bonus points on longer stays
Marriott Bonvoy is giving bonus points on qualifying multi-night stays completed through January 31, 2026. It’s a relatively small perk, but it can add up quickly if you’re planning a longer trip or stretch of slow travel. The offer is valid across a wide range of hotels, from city staples like JW Marriott London and The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo to resorts like The St. Regis Punta Mita or W Maldives.
Atlantis Paradise Island is letting you in on their lowest rates of the seasons
For those craving a bit of sunshine this winter, Atlantis Paradise Island is bringing the heat (and savings). If you’re flexible with your vacation times, plan around the February and March dates listed here to score the lowest rates you’ll see this season. Those visiting Atlantis in the upcoming months can look forward to a range of exciting offerings, including the Barbie Bahamas Beach Vacation and a trip to award-winning Chef JJ Johnson’s recently opened restaurant, Field Trip, which features his signature rice bowls and Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
Save 15% or more on short-term bookings with Booking.com
Planning Q1 travel? Booking.com has hundreds of deals available starting at 15% off for trips happening before April 1, 2026. Destinations span the globe, with domestic locations like Myrtle Beach and Las Vegas as well as more far-flung locales (Dubai, Istanbul) on offer.
Save even more on your hotel bookings and travel plans with these Booking.com promo codes.
Cruise deals
Save on 2026 cruises with Holland America Line
Holland America Line’s Start Your Journey promotion makes now the perfect time to plan a 2026 voyage: You’ll be eligible for free balcony upgrades, up to 30% off fares, and up to $500 in onboard credit; on select sailings, kids also sail free. Use code #1ALASKA26 for a shore excursion credit, and be sure to book by February 26, 2026. (Of note, this deal is applicable for select 2026 and 2027 departures and excludes Grand Voyages and any cruise lasting five days or less.)
Take up to 40% off every Princess Cruises sailing
Princess Cruises’s wave season Come Aboard sale has some of the steepest savings we’ve ever seen: Through February 16, score up to 40% off cruise fares, up to $500 in instant savings per stateroom (the amount depends on how long you’re sailing and in what type of cabin), and 50% off deposits. On select sailings, the third and fourth guests in your party can sail for free. Even more impressively, the sale spans 345 destinations across all seven continents, so you’re pretty much guaranteed to find an itinerary of interest for you and your fellow cruisers. Now the only question is where to go first?
Viking is extending air-inclusive cruise offers
Viking is continuing its airfare-inclusive pricing on select river and ocean cruises, with bookings open through January 31, 2026, for travel later in 2026. This deal includes round-trip airfare from major US cities like New York, Chicago, LA, Miami, and Dallas. River cruises cover classics like the Danube, Rhine, and Seine, stopping in cities such as Vienna, Budapest, Amsterdam, and Paris. Ocean itineraries focus on the Mediterranean, with ports like Barcelona, Rome, Santorini, and Dubrovnik. Consider it a straightforward way to lock in international travel without juggling flights.
Second guests sail at a discounted price on Virgin Voyages
Leave the kids at home—this one’s for the grown-ups. Virgin Voyages is offering 80% off a second sailor plus up to $400 in free drinks on its stylish, adults-only cruises through the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Northern Europe. With a boutique hotel vibe and no buffets in sight, it’s cruising for the modern traveler. The offer is good through January 29, 2026, on sailings taken through November 4, 2027.
Take your family on a Disney cruise with a 35% off special
Family-friendly Disney Cruise Line is offering 35% savings on select cruises from ports like Civitavecchia, Italy; Barcelona, Spain; Galveston, Texas; and Port Canaveral, Florida. The cruises on offer include routes all across the globe, on a variety of ships.
Browse more wave season deals here.
Tour deals
Save up to 15% off select 2026 tours with Trafalgar
As part of Trafalgar’s Big Travel Sale, save up to 15% on bookings made by February 27, 2026. (Of note, the deposit is due at the time of booking, and full payment is due 120 days prior to departure or at the time of booking if it’s within 120 days.) These tours are built for travelers who want logistics handled but still want meaningful experiences that let you see a lot. For example, Best of Italy (now up to $579 off) moves smoothly from Rome to Venice to Milan to Como to Florence, giving you a solid overview of the country. Accommodations, transportation, select meals, and local guides are included, which makes longer trips feel far less overwhelming.
Up to 25% off small group tours with G Adventures
Save up to 25% on 2026 tours during the G Adventures Great Adventure Sale, which runs through February 2, 2026. Tours span the globe, with popular options in Japan, Iceland, Jordan, and Torres del Paine—all locations that require a bit more legwork to plan out, making a tour a nice, low-stress option.
Take up to $800 off Contiki trips
Gen Z and millennial travelers between the ages of 18 and 35 can save up to $800 on Contiki trips across the globe through February 4, 2026, as part of the tour company’s Worldwide Sale. Highlights include Japan in a Week, which covers several of the mega-popular destination’s most iconic cities; a Greek Island Hopping adventure; and an eight-day Egypt and the Nile trip.
Train deals
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Duos can save up to $700 on Amtrak vacations
For a slower, more scenic take on winter travel, Amtrak is offering a timely invitation to embrace the rhythm of the rails in the new year. Right now, travelers can save up to $700 per duo, with savings increasing the longer you travel—for three- to six-night journeys, save $250; for seven- to nine-night trips, save $500; and so on. The national parks tours are especially appealing: Picture sipping coffee as the sun rises over the Rockies, or gliding past red rock canyons en route to Glacier National Park, all from the comfort of a panoramic observation car. These curated rail itineraries can connect you to America’s national parks and wide-open landscapes without ever stepping into an airport.
Step back in time on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Through April 30, 2026, solo travelers can use code VSTWSOLE to receive special fares on bookings for 2026 departures on the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, where opulence meets nostalgia on journeys through Europe‘s most enchanting landscapes. This iconic train is home to meticulously restored 1920s and 1930s carriages, complete with polished wood paneling, brass fixtures, and sumptuous interiors. Destinations include Paris, Venice, Vienna, and Budapest, and the rates are valid for all one-night journeys in 2026, excluding May and September.
Save 25% on Grand Canyon Railway getaway packages
The Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel, home to one of the most scenic train routes in the US, will cover all your bases with its two-, three-, and four-night getaway packages that include lodging, meals, and—of course—a train ride through the Southwest’s most-visited national park. The bundles are currently 25% off the usual price for an undetermined amount of time, meaning if there was ever a moment to jump on the full canyon experience, it’s now. Plus, you’ll receive a $20 gift shop certificate for souvenirs.
Car rental deals
Save big with Budget’s flash sale
Budget has a ton of deals running right now for US and international destinations. One of the most advantageous of the bunch: up to 30% off car rental reservations in over a dozen cities, including Phoenix, Fort Lauderdale, Denver, and Los Angeles.
This article has been updated with new information since its original publication date. Additional reporting by Madison Flager.
