{"id":42721,"date":"2024-12-12T13:12:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T13:12:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/?p=42721"},"modified":"2024-12-12T13:16:07","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T13:16:07","slug":"https-expedia-winter-travel-outlook-snow-and-sun-escapes-surge-as-airfare-prices-chill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/https-expedia-winter-travel-outlook-snow-and-sun-escapes-surge-as-airfare-prices-chill\/","title":{"rendered":"Expedia Winter Travel Outlook: Snow and Sun Escapes Surge  as Airfare Prices Chill\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Travelers Can Start the Year with Big Savings and Fewer Crowds by Traveling in January and February When Flight Prices Drop Up to 15%<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flight data from the Expedia\u00ae Winter Travel Outlook released today shows interest is up 10% for wintertime travel this year.<sup>1<\/sup> While many of the season\u2019s top and fastest-growing spots are warm-weather beach locales like Cura\u00e7ao (+90%) and Maui (+80%), cities and ski and snow getaways are also heavily in the mix.<sup>2<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Post-holidays winter is the low season for travel, making it a time to take advantage of lower costs and visit popular destinations without big crowds. Historically, average hotel prices in January and February are 10% cheaper compared to summer, and flight prices drop up to 15% compared to Christmastime.<sup>3<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For tips on where to go and how to save this winter, read the Expedia Winter Travel Outlook below. Findings include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Top winter destinations for U.S. travelers include Los Angeles and Canc\u00fan, while the fastest-growing are Vancouver (+115%), Cura\u00e7ao (+90%), Kyoto (+85%), Maui (+80%) and Zurich (+65%).<sup>2<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Destinations for hotel savings include Seattle, Vancouver, Boston and Chicago, where average wintertime daily rates are around 40% lower than summer.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flight deal destinations for winter include Rome, Barcelona and Montreal, with average ticket prices down 15% or more compared to summer.<sup>4<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Northern Lights tourism continues to drive interest for winter, as the prime aurora season is from January to early March. For U.S. travelers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/see\/Canada?brandcid=EXPEDIA-US.COMMS.PR.WINTEROUTLOOK.GENERIC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canadian destinations<\/a> seeing year-over-year search increases for Northern Lights hunting include Banff (+60%)<sup>6<\/sup> and Yellowknife (+10%).<sup>1<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWinter travel doesn\u2019t have to put a freeze on your post-holiday spending,\u201d says Melanie Fish, head of Expedia Group Brands public relations. \u201cWith lower airfare and off-season hotel rates, it\u2019s a great time to get some winter sun or pack a parka and enjoy a crowd-free European city. A no-brainer hack to remember is when you book your flight and hotel together on the Expedia app, you can save hundreds of dollars on average on your trip.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the full view on winter travel trends below and download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/app\">Expedia app <\/a>to start planning a low-season getaway.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Destination Insights<sup>2<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Most Popular Escapes:<\/strong> Expedia\u2019s search data highlights Los Angeles and Canc\u00fan as the most popular destinations overall for Americans this winter, while two destinations seeing the biggest year-over-year spikes in flight interest are Vancouver (+115%) and Maui (+80%). Vancouver\u2019s rise as a winter hotspot is in part due to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/introducing-unpack-24-the-trends-in-travel-from-expedia-hotels-com-and-vrbo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tour Tourism<\/a> effect of the final Eras Tour stop which came to the city in early December. &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Christmas Markets and Festivals<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Travelers are increasingly drawn to European destinations for their seasonal charm, with Zurich (+65%) and Zermatt (+60%) offering festive experiences like the Christkindlimarkt and Bahnhofstrasse Market. Paris (+40%) and London (+30%) captivate with the Tuileries and Notre-Dame Christmas Markets, and Hyde Park\u2019s Winter Wonderland. Domestically, Aspen\u2019s (+25%) 12 Days of Aspen festival adds a holiday touch to a winter ski getaway.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Winter Sun:<\/strong> Caribbean and Hawaiian <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/lp\/theme-vacations\/beach-vacations?brandcid=EXPEDIA-US.COMMS.PR.WINTEROUTLOOK.GENERIC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beaches<\/a> are hot this winter, with travelers showing interest in Canc\u00fan, Santo Domingo, Montego Bay, and Punta Cana. Curacao (+90%), Maui (+80%), Barbados (+55%) and Honolulu (+30%) are also trending.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4021\" height=\"1833\" data-id=\"42873\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations.png 4021w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations-1024x467.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations-768x350.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations-1536x700.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations-2048x934.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Most-Popular-Winter-Destinations-1568x715.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4021px) 100vw, 4021px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4021\" height=\"1833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations.png 4021w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations-1024x467.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations-768x350.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations-1536x700.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations-2048x934.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Trending-Winter-Destinations-1568x715.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4021px) 100vw, 4021px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best Time to Travel This Winter<\/strong><strong><sup>5<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expedia\u2019s historical booking data highlights a consistent trend of lower ticket prices in January and February compared to December, driven by a post-holiday dip in demand. Domestic flights are about 10% cheaper in January, while international flights reach their lowest in February, offering 15% savings compared to the peak holiday rush in December.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4021\" height=\"1833\" data-id=\"42875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly.png 4021w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly-1024x467.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly-768x350.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly-1536x700.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly-2048x934.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Cheapest-Month-to-Fly-1568x715.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4021px) 100vw, 4021px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hotel Deals This Winter<\/strong><strong><sup>3<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expedia data reveals average nightly rates can drop as much as 45% during the winter compared to summer.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4021\" height=\"1833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter.png 4021w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter-1024x467.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter-768x350.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter-1536x700.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter-2048x934.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hotel-Deals-this-Winter-1568x715.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4021px) 100vw, 4021px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Flight Deals<\/strong><strong><sup>4<\/sup><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter means big flight savings, including for these popular destinations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4021\" height=\"1833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations.png 4021w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations-1024x467.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations-768x350.png 768w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations-1536x700.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations-2048x934.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-Value-Destinations-1568x715.png 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4021px) 100vw, 4021px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chase the Northern Lights in Canada this Winter<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not too late for Americans to plan a Northern Lights experience for 2025. These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/see\/Canada?brandcid=EXPEDIA-US.COMMS.PR.WINTEROUTLOOK.GENERIC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canadian destinations<\/a> offer a prime front row seat for this bucket list experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yellowknife, Northwest Territories<\/strong>: Yellowknife is one of the country\u2019s best places to catch the Northern Lights and winter flight searches are up 10%.<sup>1<\/sup> Locals recommend a minimum three- to four-night stay to increase the odds of glimpsing the aurora. Package rates for a four-night trip, including a stay at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Yellowknife-Hotels-The-Explorer-Hotel-Yellowknife.h77093.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explorer Hotel<\/a> and roundtrip airfare from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Yellowknife-Hotels-The-Explorer-Hotel-Yellowknife.h77093.Hotel-Information?startDate=2025-02-17&amp;endDate=2025-02-21&amp;x_pwa=1&amp;rfrr=HSR&amp;pwa_ts=1732153172345&amp;referrerUrl=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZXhwZWRpYS5jb20vSG90ZWwtU2VhcmNo&amp;useRewards=false&amp;rm1=a1&amp;regionId=4146&amp;destination=Yellowknife%2C+Northwest+Territories%2C+Canada&amp;destType=MARKET&amp;latLong=62.453972%2C-114.371788&amp;sort=RECOMMENDED&amp;top_dp=1637.5&amp;top_cur=USD&amp;userIntent=&amp;origin=Los+Angeles%2C+CA%2C+United+States+of+America+(LAX-Los+Angeles+Intl.)&amp;tripType=ROUND_TRIP&amp;cabinClass=COACH&amp;misId=Agjlm82A_uLTk9gBEJW5ocP-gNLijQEgtI_WWA~ARIHGgIIASCyIBoyCAESFgoDTEFYGMyC4QIqCjIwMjUtMDItMTcSFgoDWVpGGNyj8AIqCjIwMjUtMDItMjE&amp;packageType=fh&amp;selectedRoomType=201152787&amp;selectedRatePlan=205471604&amp;mipt=AQoDVVNEEicKBggCEKjPDRIGCAIQqM8NGgYIAhDgpA0iBggCEODTDCoFCAIQyHsaKwoGCAIQpK8GEgYIAhCkrwYaBQgBENhAIgYIAhD4oQEqAggCMgYIAhD4oQE&amp;searchId=7a5f2e7b-aa20-40ce-94ad-0c67ebeb1257&amp;propertyName=The+Explorer+Hotel+Yellowknife\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Los Angeles in February, start around $1,638<\/a>. Schedule an intimate aurora-viewing experience with transportation and a midnight snack included through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/things-to-do\/intimate-aurora-tours-cozy-cabin-bucket-list.a1344514.activity-details?rid=4146&amp;location=Yellowknife%2C%20Northwest%20Territories%2C%20Canada&amp;startDate=2024-11-21&amp;endDate=2024-12-05&amp;sort=RECOMMENDED&amp;swp=on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bucketlist Tours<\/a> for around $97 per person.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Banff, Alberta<\/strong>: Lodging searches for Banff are up 60% this winter, for good reason.<sup>6<\/sup>&nbsp;Set against the stunning backdrop of the Canadian Rockies, combine the possibility of catching the Northern Lights with Banff\u2019s luxurious lodges, world-class ski resorts, and indulgent hot springs for a winter getaway like no other. A four-night hotel stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Banff-Hotels-The-Rimrock-Resort-Hotel.h15672.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rimrock Resort<\/a> in February starts at approximately $289 per night and includes an exclusive \u201cAurora Wake-Up Call\u201d service, ensuring guests won\u2019t miss the magic if the Northern Lights make an appearance, visible right from the hotel.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winter Travel Tips&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow Expedia\u2019s suite of traveler tools to simplify the journey by taking the guesswork out of booking, saving on airfare and simplifying the planning process.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Save with flight alerts:<\/strong> Use Price Tracking on the Expedia app to pinpoint the optimal booking window and receive instant notifications when flight prices drop.*&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Be flexible:<\/strong> The biggest flight savings come from adjusting your plans and sidestepping any peak days like the Friday before Christmas. For more travel tips and insights on holiday travel planning, check out Expedia\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/expedia-holiday-travel-outlook-book-holiday-flights-before-halloween-and-save-up-to-150\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Holiday Travel Outlook<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bundle and save<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Travelers can save by bundling their flight or hotel booking on Expedia, taking advantage of discounted rates.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Book once, earn twice<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Unlock the benefits of One Key\u2122 membership by earning OneKeyCash\u2122 on eligible Expedia bookings. Input airline mileage plan details at checkout to earn twice, turning each trip into a more rewarding experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Data Sources<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><sup>1<\/sup><\/em><em>Based on Expedia.com flight searches for travel during the weeks of Dec.1, 2024 \u2013 March 1, 2025, as of Oct. 25, 2024, compared to the same time period in 2023.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><sup>2<\/sup><\/em><em>Most popular and trending destinations based on Expedia.com flight and hotel searches for travel during the weeks of <\/em><em>Dec.1, 2024 \u2013 March 1, 2025, as of Oct. 25, 202<\/em><em>4. Trending destinations are based on comparisons to the same time period last year.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><sup>3<\/sup><\/em><em>Based on average daily rate price c<\/em><em>hanges for travel during<\/em><em> Dec.1, 2023 \u2013 March 1<\/em><em>, 2024, compared to <\/em><em>May 24 \u2013 Sept. 3, 2023, as of November 2024.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><sup>4<\/sup>Based on average ticket price changes for travel during Dec.1, 2023 \u2013 March 1, 2024, compared to May 24 \u2013 Sept. 3, 2023, as of November 2024.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><sup>5<\/sup>Based on Expedia flight demand for travel during December, January, and February 2024<\/em>&nbsp;<br><em>compared to the same time frame in 2023<\/em>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br><em><sup>6<\/sup>Based on Expedia.com lodging searches for travel during the weeks of Dec.1, 2024 \u2013 March 1, 2025, as of Oct. 25, 2024, compared to the same time period in 2023.<\/em>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br><em>*Price predictions are not a guarantee and are available on select routes.<\/em> <em>Available as a One Key member benefit.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelers Can Start the Year with Big Savings and Fewer Crowds by Traveling in January and February When Flight Prices&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":42743,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[106,60],"tags":[],"companies":[43],"locations":[51],"class_list":["post-42721","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-brand","category-featured","companies-expedia","locations-seattle","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.4 - 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