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Black Friday & Cyber Monday Travel Deals for 2025: The Best Luxury & Expedition Offers of the Season
Explore the top Black Friday & Cyber Monday travel deals of 2025—including ultra-luxury cruises, expedition voyages, and premium travel gear—curated by ABC Trips.
The Hidden Cost of Budget Cruises (and Why Luxury Can Actually Save You Money)
Budget cruise deals often look cheap, but hidden fees and upcharges quickly add up. Learn why luxury cruises like Seabourn, Silversea, and Scenic can actually be the smarter, better-value choice.
Why Norway’s Fjords Are the Ultimate Immersive Cruise Destination in 2026
Explore why Norway’s fjords are booming for immersive cruising in 2026—think northern lights, culture-rich shore excursions, sustainability in action, and smart travel tips for savvy globetrotters.
Uniworld’s New “Super Ships”: A Deep Dive into the Next Generation of Luxury River Cruising
Discover Uniworld’s upcoming “Super Ship” fleet—new builds debuting 2025-27—featuring bespoke design, European and global itineraries, elevated amenities and smart travel tips for river-cruise fans.
How the “One-Stop Security” Program Could Transform Your Airport Layover Game
Discover how the new “One-Stop Security” pilot is changing layovers: skip baggage re-check, slash wait times, and breeze through U.S. connections—travel smarter with ABC Trips.
Save $2,000 Per Person on Uniworld’s 2025 Holiday River Cruises Sale
Uniworld’s 2025 Holiday Season Sale is live—save $2,000 per person on select festive river cruises through Europe. Offer ends November 15, 2025.
There’s a New Checked-Luggage Scam: What Every Traveler Should Know
A new airline scam is targeting checked bags. Criminals are stealing baggage tags to file fake “lost luggage” claims and collect payouts. Learn how to protect your travel identity and avoid becoming a victim.
How Ultra-Luxury Cruises Became the Hottest Thing in High-End Travel
The world’s most exclusive travelers are trading private jets for private decks. Explore how ultra-luxury cruises from brands like Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, and Orient Express are redefining ocean travel in 2025 and beyond.
The 13 Best Christmas Cruises for 2025: Sail Into the Season in Style
From the European Christmas markets to the beaches of Australia, these seven luxurious holiday cruises redefine festive travel. Discover where to sail this Christmas with ABC Trips.
Is the $895 Amex Platinum Annual Fee Still Worth It for Travelers?
The Platinum Card from American Express now costs $895 per year—but offers over $3,500 in credits and perks. Here’s what’s new, what’s valuable, and whether it’s still worth it for frequent travelers.
Inside the Grand Egyptian Museum: Egypt’s New Cultural Epic
After two decades in the making, Egypt’s $1 billion Grand Egyptian Museum has officially opened beside the Pyramids of Giza. Discover what makes this world-class museum extraordinary—and why your Nile River cruise with ABC Trips is the perfect way to experience it.
HX Expeditions Black Friday Sale: Save Up to 40% on Epic Adventure Voyages
HX Expeditions’ 2025 Black Friday Sale is here! Save up to 40% on all-inclusive voyages to Antarctica, Greenland, the Galápagos, Norway, Alaska, and beyond. Book by December 3, 2025.
Save 10% on Viator Tours & Local Experiences (Plus Stack an Extra $50 Back with Amex)
Let’s be real—flights and hotels are just the skeleton of any trip. The meat? That’s the stuff you do once you land. And unless you’re planning to wander aimlessly hoping for magic to happen (been there, results were... mixed), you’ll want a few solid experiences on the itinerary. That’s where Viator comes in clutch.
Seabourn’s Antarctica Cruise Sale Offers Patagonia, South Georgia, and Antarctica from $9,399/Person
Seabourn’s expedition cruises to Antarctica, Patagonia, and South Georgia just dropped to prices so low they’re practically wearing flip-flops to a black-tie gala.
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Big on Summer Travel
Discover 13 insider strategies to slash summer travel costs, maximize rewards, and plan smarter. From booking tricks to destination swaps, this guide covers it all.
The Secret Platinum Status That Costs $1 Million—Inside Marriott’s Luxury Residential Playbook
Marriott Bonvoy now offers an exclusive Platinum status through its luxury branded residences. Here’s how it works—and why it's redefining long-term stays and loyalty rewards.
Amex Gold vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred: Which Mid-Tier Luxury Card Wins in 2025?
Choosing between the American Express Gold Card and the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is like deciding between a Michelin-star meal and first-class airfare—both are elite in their own way, but your lifestyle determines which shines brighter.
The Ultimate Guide to Silversea Cruises: What to Know Before You Sail
This guide covers everything you need to know about the Silversea experience—from destinations and fleet highlights to dining, accessibility, and solo travel perks.
Seabourn vs Lindblad: Which Antarctica Cruise is Best for You?
Antarctica is one of the most epic destinations on Earth—but picking the right cruise line to get you there? That can feel like navigating through sea ice blindfolded. Two of the top contenders in the polar cruise space are Seabourn and Lindblad Expeditions (in partnership with National Geographic). Both deliver an unforgettable journey, but their style, vibe, and approach couldn’t be more different.
Why Cruises Are the Ultimate Multi-Generational Family Vacation
Planning a vacation that satisfies toddlers, teens, parents, and grandparents can feel like herding cats. But here's the good news: cruises are the secret sauce to stress-free, multi-generational getaways. At ABC Trips, we've seen firsthand how cruises transform family vacations into unforgettable experiences.