You are tired of the store-brand mediocrity reeking from our Saturday morning column, deals that did not make it? Instead, you want to indulge in the excellency of our finest offers? My friend, you have come to the right place. In this post, we carefully filet the best parts of last week’s most delicious offers and present them to you in the form of the tastiest Carpaccio any travel blog has to offer.

Today, we proudly present our best dealz since November 2, 2025:

The Show Deal button leads you directly to the offer in question. Click on the embedded link below to see our article about it, where we give comprehensive information about the travel period, availability and possible restrictions.

United Island Hopper for €250 (With Luggage)

You can currently buy United Airlines one-way tickets from Hawaii to Japan for just €250 – a fare that includes a checked bag of 23kg. While that offer is decent by itself, it is possible to route the trip via Guam and enjoy a stopover on the island. But it gets even better: Between Hawaii and Guam, you can choose between the direct flight – or hop on board of United’s island hopper and stop at four different islands in-between.

Why it’s awesome: The United Island Hopper easily made our collection of bucket list flight experiences: A Boeing 737 that stops on most islands between Hawaii and Guam, two rather remote islands themselves. Not only is it usually much more expensive – the price even includes an onward flight to one of three Japanese cities. A truly remarkable offer.

€1,600 Etihad Business Class to South East Asia

Etihad Airways surprised with not only one, but two broad business class sales to Southeast Asia this week. While Monday’s sale to five Thai airports was gone rather quickly (though some connections are still available), Thursday’s deal to Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia and Singapore is still alive and kicking. Most connections are available for roughly €1,900, but prices drop below €1,600 for select departures from Dublin

Why it’s awesome: Etihad’s business class fares have been a favourite of our reader base, and we can confirm that the airlines offers a quality product. So whenever tickets to East Asia or South East Asia dip below €2,000 for a round-trip, we don’t hesitate to share the offer.

Where to find the Cheapest Marriott Hotels

We have compiled a list of the cheapest Marriott hotels worldwide – for both mainline hotels and sub-brands. Prices go down to €22. But sadly, most of them are nowhere near major cities or airports.

Why it’s awesome: Our hotel lists are generally well received. Especially at the end of the year, many people are looking for cheap nights at specific hotel chains to bump up their status night counter in order to enjoy their current benefits for another month. Because of that, it is always good to know where you can find the cheapest possible offers – and we’re talking €55/night for a full-fledged Marriott cheap.

Compilation of Cheap One-Way Offers from Asia

In this compilation, we had a look at cheap one-way flights from nine cities in East and Southeast Asia to Europe. The cheapest starts at only €111, and we have found many connections for less than €300. The range of airlines involved is impressive, from LCCs like Norse to household names like Eithad, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines.

Why it’s awesome: Asia in general – and China in particular – is a common destination for cheap award flights. But after enjoying a premium cabin on your way to fried rice, hearty soups and fruity deserts, you might need a ticket back. Usually, one-way flights are rather expensive, usually costing 70%-80% the price of a roundtrip – and searching for cheaper offers can be tedious. So this compilation will surely save you both time and money.

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What Else Was Going on This Week?

Just because they did not make the podium, our other deals of last week are still worth checking out. Because many of them have been online for some time now, availability may not be as good as at the beginning. That’s why we recommend subscribing to our newsletter.

• Sofitel Paris Arc de Triomphe: €395/Night with Breakfast & Extras (min. 3 Nights)
• X-Mas 2026: 15-night Ultra-Luxury Antarctica Expedition for €16,375 pp (with Hotel in Buenos Aires & Domestic Flight)
• Melbourne, Sydney and New Zealand: €2,910 Air China Business Class from Budapest (Long Layovers)
• Deals, That Didn’t Make the Site This Week: Mini Cruise to Colombia, Air France Discount from Spain & More
• Starting at €111: The Cheapest One-Way Tickets from Asia to Europe (€146 with Luggage)
• Beijing: Azerbaijan Airlines Business Class for €759 from Istanbul & €1,052 from Central Europe (Overnight Stay in Baku)
• Price-Drop: 12-night Caribbean Princess Cruise from Fort Lauderdale in December for €588/$698 pp (Outside Cabin)
• Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, Indonesia & More: €375 Scoot Flights from Athens (€501 with Luggage)
• Beijing, Shanghai, & Seoul: €455 Lufthansa Group Flights from Stockholm & Gothenburg (€519 With Luggage)
• DiscoverEU Raffle: 40,000 Free Interrail Passes for European Citizens Born in 2007 (Apply by November 13)
• Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia & More: Etihad Business Class from Europe, Starting at €1,594 (No Lounge Access)
• Bangkok: €511 Hainan Airlines Flights from Brussels (With Luggage)
• 50% Bonus on Bundle&Go Packages: Buy Miles&More Miles for 1.17 Cents per Mile (New Customers Only)
• Costa Smeralda: 7-Night Cruises from Savona, Rome, or Barcelona for €419 pp, incl. Tips (Balcony for €549)
• The Cheapest Marriott Hotels in the World
• Turkish Airlines Student Discount: Extra Baggage Allowance & Other Benefits for Students Aged 34 or Younger
• Quantum of the Seas: €281/$287 Mini Mexico Cruises from Los Angeles in a Balcony Cabin
• The Gambia, Senegal, Ghana: €1,487 Brussels Airlines Lie-Flat Business Class from Vienna
• Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Island: €257/Night Incl. Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner, Daily Drinks & Shuttle Service (Min. 3 Nights)
• United Island Hopper: €247/$284 One-Way Tickets from Hawaii to Japan with 5 Pacific Stops (With Luggage)

Paris hotel prices are usually quite extreme. Mid-scale hotels often charge over €200 per night, and luxury hotels mostly charge prices that are close to 4-digits. If you want something in between, this LuxuryEscapes deal for the Sofitel Paris Arc de Triomphe may be just right. Using our promo code dealz8, you’d only be paying €395 per night, including daily breakfast and a couple of drinks at the bar, staying in a very good location by the Champs-Élysées. The price is available until March, in April (slightly more expensive), July, August, and then again between October and December.

You will be staying in a Superior Room (which is simply their smallest room, despite sounding fancy), measuring 20 m² and offering a queen bed and amenities such as a TV and Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served daily in the main restaurant between 6:30 and 10:00. You’ll also receive a complimentary cocktail per adult and a bottle of wine, as well as €25 to spend at the hotel.

The Hotel

Sofitel Paris Arc de Triomphe is a modern, upscale option near the Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées, with a focus on quiet, comfortable rooms despite being close to major sights. The hotel offers a reliable standard for Paris in this segment, including a proper full-service setup, a good breakfast offering, and solid bathrooms with good water pressure. It’s a place people choose when they want something polished and well-run in this area, without going into ultra-luxury territory or ending up in a very old-style Paris hotel.

Previous guests have left very good reviews of the hotel (e.g. 4.6/5 on Google, or 4.3/5 on Tripadvisor with over 1,500 reviews), many praising the top-notch service, the great location, and the welcoming lobby area, with no recurring complaints showing up.

The hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the Arc de Triomphe and the top end of the Champs-Élysées, which makes it convenient for guests who want to be in a central tourist area without being right in the busiest parts. You have easy access to multiple metro lines from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile, so getting across the city is straightforward, and there are plenty of shops and major sights within short walking distance. This is the kind of base that works well for short city stays where people want things simple and close.

Price Check

While LuxuryEscapes charges a fixed price of €395/night (if you use our dealz8 coupon), you’d usually pay far more if you book via Accor. In December, for instance, the same room with breakfast would cost at least €525 per night, meaning that you’re saving 25% by booking through LuxuryEscapes. In January, February, and August (Parisian off-season), the savings are a bit lower.

Today we’d like to present a very special cruise that stands out clearly from regular itineraries. With the ultra-luxury cruise line Scenic, you can experience an Antarctica cruise between December 22, 2026 and January 5, 2027; one you will surely return from with countless new impressions. On the Scenic Eclipse II, you’ll spend 14 nights onboard exploring one of the most remote regions on Earth.

The cruise starts and ends in Ushuaia. At the moment, you can secure the cheapest suite on this itinerary for €16,375 per person. Further categories are available for an additional charge (see below). Included, besides the cruise itself, is a pre-night in Buenos Aires as well as domestic flights from the Argentine capital to Ushuaia and back. Passenger capacity is limited to a maximum of 200 to ensure the best possible experience.

Prices

The following prices are bookable exclusively through Travel-Dealz. The crossed-out price corresponds to the regular price minus the current early booking discount. Prices are per person based on double occupancy.

Do you have questions about the offer, need help, or are you looking for a cruise that suits you even better? Feel free to contact us via our inquiry form. We’re glad to help.

Single supplement is unfortunately usually 100%.

Included services

With Scenic Cruises, you enjoy a wide range of inclusions:

• Up to 10 different dining options, from casual to elegant
• Up to 9 bars and lounges with a wide selection of included drinks (including the minibar)
• Many included shore excursions (called Scenic Freechoice Experiences)
• Butler service
• 550 m² spa area with gym, yoga and Pilates studio and a pool
• Daily entertainment program
• Transfers between airport and port at the respective destinations
• Free internet access
• Gratuities for the crew

The Route

Your journey begins in Buenos Aires, where you’ll spend a pre-night before boarding the Scenic Eclipse II. This stay takes place in a 5-star hotel, either the Alvear Palace or the Sofitel. The allocation is done by the cruise line. After check-in, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the huge metropolis, also known as the Paris of South America.

The next day, you fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. The southernmost city in the world is the starting point of your expedition cruise. On the first sea day, the ship sails through the famous Drake Passage, which connects South America with Antarctica.

On December 25, the Scenic Eclipse II reaches Antarctica. The region is a paradise for bird watchers, with over 40 species. From the open decks or from your private balcony, look out for wandering albatrosses, which have the largest wingspan of any flying bird, as well as petrels and many other species.

Portal Point, a former British refuge hut, and Deception Island may also be stops during your Antarctica journey. Situated in the archipelago of the South Shetland Islands, it is one of the few places in the world where ships can sail directly into the submerged caldera of an active volcano. About 12 million penguins of various species live in Antarctica, which you may spot during Zodiac exploration rides.

The Lemaire Channel, known for its picturesque views and often called “Kodak Alley,” is another highlight planned on this itinerary. This 11 km long channel is just 700 meters wide at its narrowest point. While passing through, you’ll see dramatic mountains and brilliant blue icebergs.

On the return to South America, the ship again sails through the Drake Passage. On the last day, disembarkation takes place after breakfast, and you fly back to Buenos Aires.

Date	Location
December 22, 2026	Buenos Aires, Argentina (pre-night in a hotel)
December 23, 2026	Flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and embarkation
December 24, 2026	At sea / Drake Passage
December 25, 2026 – January 3, 2027	10 days in Antarctica
January 4, 2027	At sea / Drake Passage
January 5, 2027	At sea
January 6, 2027	Disembarkation, then flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires

The Ship

Scenic Eclipse was built in 2019 and is 168 meters long. The design of the Eclipse is more reminiscent of a mega yacht than a cruise ship. The luxury ship accommodates up to 228 passengers (maximum 200 on Antarctica cruises). The ratio between passengers and crew members is almost 1:1, enabling very personal and attentive service. The average speed of the ship is 17 knots.

On board, in addition to two Airbus H130-T2 helicopters for scenic flights and excursions (at extra cost), there is also a submarine capable of diving up to 300 meters (at extra cost), and a remotely operated underwater vehicle that can transmit images live onboard.

Scenic Eclipse has 114 suites ranging from 32 m² (Veranda Suites) to 247 m² (Penthouse Suite with two bedrooms). All guests on board enjoy the advantages of a butler. In the onboard theatre, there is a daily entertainment program or lectures.

The ship offers a variety of restaurants, including Elements (Italian, steak, seafood), Koko’s (Asian fusion cuisine, sushi and teppanyaki), Lumière (French gourmet cuisine) and the casual Azure Bar & Café. These dining options are included in the price. You can also dine in your suite. Included beverages feature a wide selection of complimentary drinks, including premium international wines, spirits and beers, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks.

The onboard language is English, and the onboard currency is US dollars. Any additional expenses can be conveniently settled at the end of the cruise using all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and American Express).

Flights to Buenos Aires

The cruise starts and ends in Ushuaia. The package already includes domestic flights to/from Buenos Aires. These are operated by Aerolíneas Argentinas. So you still need flights to the Argentine capital. Due to the travel period in December 2026 / January 2027, flights are currently not bookable yet. This will be possible approximately 10 to 12 months beforehand. For the international outbound and return flight, you should plan at least €1,000 in Economy Class.

Please also note that your return flight from Buenos Aires on January 6, 2027, must not depart before 9:30 pm. This is necessary to have enough buffer time regarding the feeder flight from Ushuaia. Therefore, another overnight stay in Buenos Aires is advisable.

The new Swiss Senses cabin on board the new Swiss Airbus A350 is currently touring around Europe. That’s ideal not only for Swiss cabin crew to get familiar with the procedures, but also for aviation enthusiasts, and therefore also for us, to take a look at the cabin away from big press events.

In this article, we’ll take you along on two flights across Europe aboard Swiss’s newest fleet member: one evening flight from Zurich to Prague and then the return flight the next morning. So please excuse the differences in lighting conditions in the photos.

The Cabin

Familiar, yet quite different. That describes the cabin pretty accurately. The seat layout is identical to Lufthansa’s Allegris cabin down to the details. Swiss only offers two additional rows in Business and Premium Economy in their Airbus A350-900.

In Zurich, they’ve also chosen a different colour concept, which is implemented differently across the travel classes. Everywhere you can find subtle references to the existing Swiss onboard product, especially in Premium Economy, which in this form has already been used on the long-haul fleet since 2022.

Swiss manages to give a well-known cabin concept a distinct twist and a clear recognition factor. Each of the 243 seats reflects the previously known design language, now complemented by a Bordeaux red colour accent. The cabin layout per class is as follows:

• 156 seats in Economy Class
• 38 seats in Premium Economy Class
• 45 seats in Business Class
• 3–4 seats in First Class

Economy Class

This is the travel class in which most passengers will continue to sit in the future, and compared to older Swiss seats still flying around, it has finally arrived in the present day. That means adjustable headrests, a proper entertainment system, and, unfortunately, still rather narrow armrests.

The design hasn’t changed much. You still get the beige checked pattern seat, likely without the white cloth headrest, in the future. The side padding should increase comfort on longer flights.

The screen now measures 13 inches, offers 4K resolution, and responds quickly via touch. It’s available in four languages and has USB-C, USB-A, and a headphone jack. Bluetooth pairing for headphones is finally possible.

The tray table is no longer foldable in the middle, meaning if you want to place something down without fully opening the table, you’re limited to the cupholder. The table also pulls forward and has a perforation for drinks. Whether this open lock is a good long-term idea, though, is questionable. Crumbs and grains of rice will likely end up in there sooner or later.

Currently, the first Economy row behind Premium Economy is blocked (as was the case for a long time at Lufthansa) because airbags are missing. These would prevent the head from hitting the hard plastic partition. Apparently, there wasn’t enough time to install Lufthansa’s solution before delivery.

What are the best Economy seats in the new Senses cabin?

Assuming the seats directly behind Premium Economy become usable soon, these seats are probably the best choice, thanks to their extra legroom. With only two rows there, it’s relatively private and calm.

Otherwise, I’d recommend seats in row 28 or row 43 on the right-hand side. The first still has decent legroom, the latter is a row of 2 seats by the window, and thus more relaxed than the typical triple rows.

Premium Economy

Most frequent flyers already know these seats, as they are more or less identical since 2022. Due to the hard shell, the seat moves forward inside the shell when you recline, so the person behind you isn’t affected. Tall passengers may find this uncomfortable at the knees, though.

Swiss chose a slightly updated version of this seat. Like in Business and First, you can now wirelessly charge devices under the armrest. Probably only on brand new aircraft, retrofitting the existing fleet would be too much effort.

Another shared feature with Business/First is the three-point belt, which must only be worn during takeoff and landing. The little divider at head level gives a slight sense of privacy.

Under the centre armrest, you’ll find wireless charging, a headphone jack, and USB-A. Two mechanical buttons adjust the seat; however, these are placed awkwardly. On night flights, I’ve accidentally pressed them in my sleep, which then reset the seat position and woke me up. The same happened to colleague Felix, according to his review.

What are the best Premium Economy seats?

There are hardly any differences between seats here. I’d prefer the window pairs, maybe the first row, but comfort differences are minimal.

Business Class

In the previous Swiss Business, you still had a bit of a “choice” between pairs or single seats. Now every seat has direct aisle access, but in return, there are fewer seats ideal for couples. Seat materials are in deep Bordeaux red with black accents and light wood surfaces.

Pros and cons are identical to Lufthansa Allegris Business, and I’m including my Allegris long-haul experience as well regarding space, seating comfort, and sleep comfort (these parameters translate 1:1 to Senses due to identical seat platform).

All Swiss Senses Business seats have:

• seat heating/cooling
• 4K monitor
• wireless charging
• 60W USB-C + USB-A + universal power outlet
• “sink-in” padding for side sleepers
• closing compartment for an amenity kit, etc.

One major drawback across all seats: you still can’t use the tablet and main screen simultaneously. If you open the tablet (e.g. to change seat mode), the main screen switches off.

Extra Privacy Seat (Window)

Probably the most interesting seat type. There are 12 of them, and the two in row 7 offer extra space. Swiss doesn’t charge extra for them.

What’s a slight negative: the fixed armrest on the window side restricts sleeping position somewhat, though shoulder space remains fine. Storage and having two windows are big advantages.

Classic Seat/Extra Long Bed Seat

This is the weakest seat type in the new Swiss Senses Business. Most exposed and less foot space. There are 15 of them, so most passengers will end up here.

Rows C and H have a bit more storage than D and G. You can sit closer together here with a travel partner (which is otherwise only possible in Business suites, which are even more expensive).

The Extra Long Bed version adds 20cm more footwell length. There are 5 of them. Unfortunately, it doesn’t really increase usable foot space. Tall people may still struggle sleeping sideways.

Business Suite

My favourite seat in the Allegris/Senses cabin is still the Business Suite, more specifically, the window suites in rows 2 and 8 (A/K). These offer by far the most space and privacy. You also benefit from a larger screen than you get in most Business Class seats. There’s also the most legroom here, as your feet don’t extend under a seat in front.

The middle suites, unfortunately, offer noticeably less space than the window suites. However, you can sit together here and lower the divider across the full length of the seats. All suites have extra high walls and closing doors so you can fully retreat. With reservation fees of up to CHF 690 (~€741) though, the pricing is quite steep, almost outrageous.

Extra Space Seat

The 5 Extra Space Seats will probably be most interesting for business travellers who need to work during the flight. Besides the suites, this is the only Business Class seat type that costs extra. Depending on the route, up to CHF 265 (~€284) can be charged here. After the window suites, these offer the most storage space.

Like in the suites, you also benefit from a 24-inch screen. The footwell, however, is much more restricted, as it disappears into the fairly narrow centre console of the seats in front. Still, thanks to its location, this seat offers a higher level of privacy on its own, even without extra high walls.

Which are the best Business Class seats in the new Senses cabin?

This depends on two scenarios. If the reservation fee doesn’t matter, then the window suites are my clear recommendation.

If you want/need to choose among the three free seat types, the Extra Privacy seats are the best choice, especially the two seats at the back of the first cabin in row 7, which have a bit of extra space. If only Classic Seats are left, then I would choose one of the window seats in row 15.

First Class

The Swiss Senses First Class is structurally identical to the Allegris First Class. Again, there are two types of seats/suites, which I have already tested: the window suite on the way to New York and the Suite Plus on the way back. Swiss actually offers a third seat type: the Grand Suite. This combines the window suite 1A with the double suite 1D/E into a single suite, providing the same setup I had on my way to New York as the only passenger in First Class.

The seats follow the style of Swiss’s previous First and Business Class design, complemented by beige surroundings with black and white accents. I personally prefer the colour scheme in Allegris First, but the rest of the parameters remain very impressive: almost complete privacy, a large 4K screen and plenty of storage space. A second person can sit and buckle up on the ottoman to dine together. The large table absolutely supports this.

Compared to my Swiss First flights on the Boeing 777, the screen in the window suites surprisingly didn’t feel much bigger, but it is noticeably sharper and more responsive now. Again, you have the tablet, and again you can’t use the main screen while adjusting the seat on the tablet. The screen in the double suite is still not touch-sensitive, meaning you can’t even bring up the camera on the large monitor unless you pair your phone.

Whether you want to book the Suite Plus for two people is a personal choice. Like many other passengers on these flights, I still don’t fully understand the added value compared to just booking two separate seats with a discount. But if you have the double suite to yourself, you’ll enjoy a huge amount of space.

Where the Senses cabin will fly next

Currently, Swiss Senses is still operating short-haul within Europe until the end of the year. Destinations served from Zurich include Düsseldorf, Geneva, Hanover, Palma de Mallorca and Prague. All travel classes can be booked, except First Class. To sit in Premium Economy, you must book an Economy ticket and then select/reserve the corresponding seats.

From 20 November, Swiss will also fly the Senses cabin to Boston, its first long-haul destination. This route will operate until 27 March, the end of the winter schedule. Not every Zurich–Boston flight will be operated by the A350, though. Until early January, only flights from Thursday to Monday will feature the new cabin. After two weeks of daily Senses service, the Senses flights will be reduced to four weekly flights (Friday to Monday).

From 23 February, Swiss will also fly to Montreal from Zurich. This route will be operated continuously until the end of the winter schedule. With the low number of Senses aircraft currently available, a last-minute aircraft change to an older product is always possible.

Conclusion

In the end, reviews are always subjective. However, it’s fair to say that Swiss has successfully modernised all four of its travel classes. Still, it’s unfortunate that they didn’t learn from the feedback and issues with the Allegris cabin. Some of the simplest things have not been improved. I personally don’t like the Senses colour scheme as much, but that’s a matter of taste.

What I do see as a clear positive: Swiss in parts avoids the pricing madness of Allegris. Currently, non-status passengers can still select three different seat types, so around 80% of the seats, for free. Senator and HON Circle members can select all seats except the suites at no extra charge. That is something Lufthansa missed, and it makes it easier for me to choose Swiss.

Star Alliance member Air China is offering a deal from Budapest to Australia & New Zealand, starting at just €2,910 (~HUF 1,119,698). This price includes 2×32 kg checked luggage. The only caveat is that, in order to get the best price, you require two long layovers in Beijing – or you can pay a bit extra to have an additional stop in Frankfurt to shorten your travel time. However, you can also take advantage of a multi-city ticket and visit the Chinese capital for several days.

Our search form forwards you to Skyscanner or Air China with your selected flight dates. Departures at the lowest price are available until October 2026.

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The business class product on Air China’s Boeing planes is unfortunately quite outdated. It features a 2-2-2 configuration with no direct aisle access for everybody. Seats are Collins Aerospace Parallel Diamond type. These are almost identical to the (old) KLM business class.

Better seating is available on the Airbus A350. It has a staggered 1-2-1 layout with modern Recaro CL6720 seats. These are the same seats found in Iberia’s new business class, although Air China does not have the sliding door.

The cheapest connections include only one layover in Beijing. However, you will have a long layover there of approximately 14 to 22 hours each way.

On the return journey, you can shorten the Beijing layover to just 9 hours if you’re interested (arrival at 5 AM, onward flight at 2 PM). You would first fly with Air China to Frankfurt and then continue with Lufthansa to Budapest. This comes with only a minimal extra cost.

From Budapest to Beijing, Air China operates flights on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Between China and Australia, the aircraft are quite mixed. Typically, there are:

• Boeing 787 on Beijing – Auckland
• Boeing 777 on Beijing – Sydney
• Airbus A350 on Beijing – Melbourne

Search & Book

The fare rules give no significant restrictions regarding minimum or maximum stays. We found availability for travel until October 2026.

Google Flights does not reliably display the cheapest dates. If you’re interested, it’s best to search directly on Air China’s website. They offer a flexible search option of +/- 3 days, which can assist in finding the best prices:

We recommend booking directly with Air China.

Stopover in Beijing

Stopovers in Beijing are permitted on both the outbound and return journeys. Rather than staying for 14 or 22 hours, you can extend your stay for a few days and explore the Chinese capital. Booking can be easily done using the multi-stop form:

Miles & Points

This ticket is issued in booking class Z. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal from Budapest to Sydney:

Destination

Every day of the week, the routine of Travel-Dealz editors begins with combing through countless offers and suggesting them to our colleagues. After evaluating them, only the best deals make it on our homepage and into our newsletter. In this post, we want to shine a light on offers that were discussed, but ultimately disregarded. But just because we didn’t feel they would be interesting for a broader audience, it doesn’t mean that some people won’t cherish them.

€128 One-Night Cruise from Panama to Colombia

Royal Caribbean currently sells cabins for a one-night cruise between Colon, Panama and Cartagena, Colombia at a discounted price. If you want to get a taste of cruising or check out a suite on the Serenade of the Seas for a discounted price, you can easily do that next April.

Reason it wasn’t on the site: This is a very niche deal. It starts in a very small city, that is not a very popular destination itself, doesn’t even include the ride through the Panama Canal and – compared to the current prices for Caribbean or Mexican Riviera cruises – isn’t even that cheap.

FlyingBlue Promo Rewards November 2025

Air France and KLM regularly discount award pricing for FlyingBlue, with a new set of destinations receiving a discount each month. Naturally, business class awards are the most attractive redemption options.

Reason it wasn’t on the site: The reduced premium destinations are not much to write home about. The one-way flights to Washington come with a decent mileage price-tag, but €400 in taxes and surcharges. West African destinations like Accra and Conakry generally don’t do too well with our audience – and the Latin American destinations lack availability.

Radisson Southeast Asia & Pacific Mini-Sale

Radisson currently promises discounts of up to 35% for stays in 2026 in the Southeast Asia and Pacific region. The promotional rate even includes breakfast, but is non-refundable.

Reason it wasn’t on the site: There are several, and mostly are connected to Radisson’s misleading advertising. The sale only applies to select houses in the region, with less than 30 hotels actually participating. Our research showed that the discount is limited to 15% instead of the advertised 35%. And the worst thing is that the promotional rate is prepaid and non-refundable – which negates the long travel period. Who wants to prepay a hotel on the other end of the world ten months in advance?

10% Discount on Air France & KLM Flights from Spain

In addition to the €60 discount on departures from Germany, which didn’t make the site a couple of weeks ago, Air France also issued a 10% discount code on departures from Spain. It comes with a slightly longer travel period.

Reason it wasn’t on the site: The discount only applies to the airfare, which limits the actual discount – because taxes & surcharges make up the majority of the ticket price. So even when spending €900 on a flight, the discount turns out to be a measly €25 or less.

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Currently, there is a series of cheap one-way tickets from Asia to Europe from various airlines. Many of them are suitable as a round-the-world trip component. Or, for example, if you have enough miles for a one-way ticket (in business class) and want to return to Europe as cheaply as possible. Below is an overview of what we consider to be the most exciting offers. We have manually reviewed hundreds of flights combinations to find the best options for you.

Except Norse’s tickets from Thailand to Scandinavia, all other prices listed below include at least one piece of hold luggage.

From Thailand to Scandinavia & UK with Norse for €111

Norse Atlantic will fly from to Thailand in its winter schedule. Those who want to travel from Asia to Europe at the beginning of the winter season can find one-way tickets from €111 with 10 kg of cabin baggage & a personal item.

• Phuket – Oslo at €111
• Bangkok – Stockholm at €112
• Bangkok – Oslo at €129
• Bangkok – Manchester at €130
• Phuket – Stockholm at €155
• Bangkok – London at €182

The Classic fare with 23 kg of luggage & meals is available from €164. In Premium Economy, prices start at €428, but luggage still costs extra.

From Seoul with China Eastern at €146

This may be one of the cheapest one-way flight offers from Asia to Europe at the moment, as Chinese carrier China Eastern has lowered prices to compete with T-Way, the Korean low-cost airline. However, these prices also affect destinations where the low-cost airline does not operate. This fare includes 2×23 kg of luggage.

• Barcelona at €146
• Milan at €147
• Madrid at €149
• London at €146
• Paris at €173
  

From Kuala Lumpur with Qatar Airways and Etihad, Starting at €210

Middle Eastern airline, Qatar Airways and Etihad are competing on their routes between Kuala Lumpur and Europe with fairly competitive prices. However, keep in mind that with some Etihad fares, you will have to pay €18 extra for checked luggage.

• Istanbul at €210
• Rome at €228
• London at €241 (~£212)
• Madrid at €267

From Shanghai with China Southern for €218

China Southern is offering flights with a stopover in Guangzhou or Beijing to fly to Europe. In some combinations, it is possible to have a layover of more than 24 hours to explore the cities in which you are changing planes. The fare includes one 23-kilogram suitcase. However, if you are a student and book through Trip.com, you will have a second 23-kilogram checked luggage for free.

• London at €218
• Amsterdam at €232

From Osaka with Hainan Airlines, Starting at €219

Unlike China Eastern or Air China, one of the good things about travelling with Hainan Airlines – apart from being a 5-star Skytrax airline – is that it allows you to have a stopover of one or more days in China at no additional cost. The downside is that, due to the schedules of their flights from Osaka, flying with Hainan Airlines requires relatively long layovers in Chongqing or Beijing – or even an overnight stay in Haikou.

• London at €219
• Rome at €298
• Paris at €306
• Madrid at €306
• Berlin at €333
• Manchester at €339
  

From Hanoi with Turkish Airways Starting at €234

Turkish Airlines is offering flights via Istanbul connecting to various cities in Europe at very accessible prices. Unfortunately, these prices are not available from Ho Chi Minh City. This fare includes 30 kg luggage.

• Zurich at €234
• Bucharest at €235
• Amsterdam at €235
• Berlin at €236

From Beijing with Cathay Pacific Starting at €260

The flag carrier of Hong Kong is offering one-way flights from the Chinese capital to Europe. Unfortunately, stopovers of more than 24 hours cannot be made with this fare. However, if you wish to spend a day in Hong Kong, you can have a 23-hour layover, allowing you to stay overnight in Hong Kong and have the entire day to explore the city. This fare includes 23 kilograms of checked luggage.

• London at €260 (~£229)
• Madrid at €320
• Paris at €320
• Frankfurt at €320
• Amsterdam at €320
• Zurich at €320

Bali to Paris with Singapore Airlines for €264 in January 2026

Normally, if you need a one-way flight from Bali to Europe, you will have to fly with Scoot to Athens or Vienna, experiencing a no-frills travel experience – during which you even have to pay for plugging your devices during the flight. However, we have found one-way tickets with Singapore Airlines that include 25 kg of luggage for just €264.

Conclusion

Although purchasing a round-trip flight is usually cheaper than buying a one-way flight, we can see that sometimes it is possible to find a one-way ticket at a reasonable price. This is great, if you have the flexibility to plan your trip. Or if you are looking for a return ticket to complement your award flight. Keep in mind that upon arriving in some countries, you may be denied entry without a return or onward ticket.

Azerbaijan Airlines is offering a business class deal from Europe and Turkey to Beijing, starting at just €759 (~TRY 37,053). Flying non-stop from Baku, tickets start at only €706 (~AZN 1,389). This offer includes two 32 kg checked bags. An overnight layover in Baku on the outbound flight is necessary to score the cheapest fare. Departures are available from December 2025 to March 2026.

You can fly from the following airports for the following round-trip prices:

• Baku from €706 (nonstop)
• Istanbul from €759
• Antalya from €954
• Prague from €1,052
• Vienna from €1,110

Since the deal has no minimum stay, you can also score cheap one-way tickets. Prices from/to Beijing start at roughly €450 for the short trip to Baku and approx. €600 to Vienna and Prague.

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Skyscanner with your selected flight dates. From there, you can check what OTAs have to offer.

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On the feeder flights from Europe to Baku (approx. 2-4h), Airbus A320 family jets are used, featuring recliner seats in a 2-2 configuration in business class. The long-haul flight to Beijing is operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner with lie-flat seats in a 2-2-2 configuration. You can find a review of the product here.

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This deal does not have an expiration date, but there is no minimum stay. Departures are available from December 2025 to March 2026.

You can find suitable dates using our form above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on the airline’s website, but you can find cheaper prices with OTAs via Skyscanner. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.

Miles & Points

Mileage credit is only possible with Azerbaijan Airlines’ own loyalty program, AZAL Miles. Credit to other frequent flyer programs is not available.

Destination

Are you not in the mood to spend this year’s early December in Europe, surrounded by rainy weather and chilly temperatures? Then you should have a closer look at this deal, which just got even cheaper! The Caribbean Princess will set sail on December 11, 2025, from Fort Lauderdale to several destinations in the Caribbean.

Currently, you can secure this 12-night cruise in an outside cabin starting from €588 per person, which we believe offers the best value for money. Additional options include inside cabins starting at €553 and balcony cabins starting at €824 (each per person based on double occupancy). For solo travellers, the cheapest inside cabin is currently available for €975 in category IF.

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The travel price includes full board in the main and buffet restaurants, as well as coffee, water, tea, and iced tea during buffet opening hours. Additionally, you can use most facilities onboard, such as the gym, at no extra charge and enjoy a diverse entertainment program with shows in the theatre and various daytime activities.

If you live in Europe, we recommend booking through Travel-Dealz, and if you live in the USA, book via CruiseDirect, as long as the price difference is not significant. If the difference is considerable, you can choose the cheaper option, but keep in mind that the consumer guarantees are different for Americans and Europeans.

The Route

The cruise begins in Fort Lauderdale. The city has numerous museums as well as a vibrant nightlife with bars and clubs. It may be worth flying to Florida a few days early. The cruise will then have two sea days before you visit the ABC Islands, with scheduled stops in Aruba and Bonaire. Following that, there will be another sea day. You will successively visit Dominica, the American Virgin Islands, and Antigua. Towards the end of the cruise, you can relax for two more days at sea before the journey ends in Fort Lauderdale on December 23.

Date	Destination	Arrival	Departure
Thu. Dec 11, 2025	Fort Lauderdale, USA		3:00 PM
Fri. Dec 12, 2025	At Sea
Sat. Dec 13, 2025	At Sea
Sun. Dec 14, 2025	Oranjestad, Aruba	9:00 AM	10:00 PM
Mon. Dec 15, 2025	Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands	8:00 AM	6:00 PM
Tue. Dec 16, 2025	At Sea
Wed. Dec 17, 2025	Dominica, Dominica	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
Thu. Dec 18, 2025	Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten	8:00 AM	6:00 PM
Fri. Dec 19, 2025	Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
Sat. Dec 20, 2025	Saint John’s, Antigua and Barbuda	7:00 AM	4:00 PM
Sun. Dec 21, 2025	At Sea
Mon. Dec 22, 2025	At Sea
Tue. Dec 23, 2025	Fort Lauderdale, USA	7:00 AM

Feel free to also check out these other attractive cruises from Fort Lauderdale:

Brand New Ships: 7-Night Caribbean Cruises on the Sun Princess & Star Princess for €470 / $658 pp (Oceanview Cabin)

Sky Princess: 15-Night Cruise from Florida to Southampton for €808/$889 pp in March 2026

MS Rotterdam: 21-Night Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale for €1,199 / $1,387 pp in November

The Ship

The Caribbean Princess, operated by Princess Cruises, was built in 2004 and measures 290 meters in length and 36 meters in width. The ship accommodates up to 3,140 passengers and 1,200 crew members across 15 decks. The maximum speed is 22 knots. More than half of the ship’s total of 1,557 cabins are equipped with a balcony.

Onboard, guests can enjoy an outdoor movie screen, a wedding chapel, a sports bar, an art gallery, a 9-hole golf course, a golf simulator, four pools, a sports court, and a jogging track. Additional amenities include a spa area with a fitness center, three restaurants, Café Caribe featuring Caribbean specialties, two specialty restaurants (an Italian restaurant and a steakhouse, for an extra charge), a buffet restaurant, and a wide variety of bars and lounges, including a wine and caviar bar. Young guests are well looked after with a children’s program on board.

All cabins on the Caribbean Princess feature at least a bathroom with a shower, a television, a refrigerator, a hairdryer, a bathrobe (upon request), a safe, and a telephone. From interior cabins measuring approximately 15 m² to grand suites with balconies measuring around 118 m², there is certainly something suitable for every guest.

The official language on board is English, and the onboard currency is the US dollar.

Below, you will find some impressions of the cabins and the ship:

Getting There

The cruise starts and ends in Fort Lauderdale. There are many options for getting to Florida. One example is non-stop flights with British Airways from London to Miami, which are currently available from around £507 (~€577) including luggage.

Alternatively, you can also check flights to Fort Lauderdale, but you will generally need to pay a bit more.

You can also use the following form to search for the cheapest flights on your desired dates and then proceed to Trip.com with a single click:

Singaporean low-cost airline Scoot is offering a deal from Athens to multiple destinations in Asia, starting at just €375 to Malaysia. This fare includes a personal item and one piece of hand luggage weighing up to 10 kg combined. All itineraries require a change of planes in Singapore both ways.

If you want to check a 20 kg bag, it will cost you €126 for both ways if you book it as an add-on to the light fare. You can also select the Value fare for €180, which includes seat selection. These prices are for a ticket to Kuala Lumpur, other destinations might be more or less expensive. Dates are scattered until September 2026, with blackout dates during the summer holidays.

You can reach the following destinations for less than €500 w/o checked bags:

• Kuala Lumpur at €375
• Penang at €376
• Singapore at €378 (non-stop)
• Bangkok at €393
• Phuket at €403
• Jakarta at €410
• Cebu at €416
• Bali at €424
• Ho Chi Minh City at €428
• Taipei at €435
• Osaka at €477

If you want to fly one-way from Athens to Asia, you can do so with this deal. On average, a one-ways ticket will cost you half as much as a round-trip ticket, depending on your dates. For example, you can fly one-way to Bali with a short three-hour layover in Singapore for €231 in June 2026. However, this price is without a checked bag.

Our availability calendar highlights all departures at the lowest price. It will forward you to Scoot with your selected flight dates.

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Scoot operates non-stop flights from Athens to Singapore. It uses Boeing 787-8 aircraft for this route. The layout of the seats is 3-3-3, and there is a 79 cm seat pitch. Unfortunately, the standard seats in economy class do not have a headrest, so you’ll have to bring a neck pillow or something similar. The seats have power sockets, but you’ll have to pay extra to use them. Overall, these are pretty average economy class seats. Even worse, the airline doesn’t offer any free food & drinks – not even water!

Hand luggage (54 x 38 x 23 cm) and a personal item (40 x 30 x 10 cm) are standard in economy class. Both together may weigh a maximum of 10 kg.

Search & Book

The fare rules don’t give a travel or sales period. There is also no minimum or maximum stay. Dates are scattered until September 2025 with blackout dates during the summer holidays.

You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on Scoot’s website.

Miles & Points

Scoot is a low-cost airline where you won’t earn points or miles.

Star Alliance members Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian Airlines are offering a deal from Sweden to China and Seoul, starting at just SEK 5,032 (~€456). This offer doesn’t include checked luggage, but you can book your flights with a 23 kg bag on the airline’s website for SEK 5,737 (~€520). Departures are available almost year-round, except in July.

From Gothenburg;

• Beijing at SEK 5,032 (~€456)
• Shanghai at SEK 5,210 (~€473)
• Seoul at SEK 5,450 (~€494)

From Stockholm:

• Beijing at SEK 5,051 (~€458)
• Shanghai at SEK 5,230 (~€474)
• Seoul SEK 5,470 (~€496)

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest prices for trips of up to 28 days. It will direct you to Skyscanner with your selected flight dates. From there, you can book directly with Lufthansa or check what OTAs have to offer.

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If you’re flying to Beijing or Seoul, you’ll be flying via Germany on Lufthansa’s A350, with a 3-3-3 seat alignment. To Shanghai, you can choose between Lufthansa’s A350 or flying via Zurich on their Airbus A340 in a 2-4-2 configuration.

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This deal does not have an expiration date, but a minimum stay of ten days and a maximum stay of twelve months. Departures are available almost year-round, with blackout dates during the summer.

You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on Lufthansa’s website.

Miles & Points

This ticket is issued in booking class K. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal from Stockholm to Beijing:

Destination

DiscoverEU was created to bring young people closer to the diversity of Europe. Because of this, the EU raffles free Interrail tickets to 18-year-olds twice a year. With the pass, young people can discover the EU by train, e.g. 7 days within a month. Normally, passes like these cost €286.

As part of the current application round, 40,000 travel passes will be awarded to EU citizens born in 2007. If the Sorting Hat chooses you the odds are in your favour, you can explore Europe by train March 1, 2026, and May 30, 2027. In addition, young people are provided with a discount card, that grants price reductions during the trip. The application deadline is on November 13, 2025 11:59 CET at noon.

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Who Can Participate?

In order to apply at DiscoverEU, one must:

• Be born between January 1, 2007 (inclusive) and December 31, 2007 (inclusive).
• Live in an EU member state (including overseas territories) or in a country associated with Erasmus+ (Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, and Türkiye).

Schedule of the Current Application Round

The schedule of the current DiscoverEU round is as follows:

1. Applications can be submitted via the European Youth Portal until November 13, 2025 11:59 CET at noon.
2. All applicants will receive an email notification stating whether they have won a Travel Pass or been placed on the reserve list. You can also check the status of your application via the European Youth Portal.
3. The winners can then request their travel pass by a certain deadline. There is a fixed and flexible option to choose from. However, 95% opt for the flexible option.
4. With the Travel Pass, you can then travel a minimum of 1 day and up to 30 days between March 1, 2026, and May 30, 2027.

How Does the Application Process Work?

First, personal information is requested. However, applicants must also decide whether they prefer to apply alone or in a group of up to 5 people. Then there is a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 5 questions about the EU and EU initiatives.

The estimation question is more difficult. This time, the question is how many applicants in this round are still going to school or are graduating. With a little research, however, you can narrow down the result better. Tip: The DiscoverEU factsheets almost always have valuable information for you. Vice versa, you can provide some information that will help the EU further improve DiscoverEU.

How Does the Selection Process Work?

Each country is allocated a specific number of travel passes based on its share of the total EU population. A ranking is then created based on the answers to the five multiple-choice questions and the guess question. According to this ranking list, the travel passes are issued until the contingent of passes in a country is exhausted. For the last round of applications, for example, the distribution was as follows:

Etihad Airways is offering a business class deal from Europe to Southeast Asia, starting at just €1,594. This deal includes 35kg of checked luggage and priority services, but not lounge access and seat selection. The cheapest fare that includes those goodies costs €1,948 on Etihad’s website for travel from Dublin to Hanoi. Departures are available until September 2026, with a blackout period in July 2026. Most departures are available until March 2026.

To Hanoi, Vietnam:

• Dublin at €1,594
• Prague at €1,753 (~CZK 42,611)
• Munich at €1,756
• Warsaw at €1,750 (~PLN 7,421)
• Frankfurt at €1,775
• Copenhagen at €1,873 (~DKK 13,990)
• Geneva at €1,982 (~CHF 1,846)

To Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia:

• Warsaw at €1,890 (~PLN 8,015)
• Amsterdam at €1,1962
• Munich at €2,044
• Frankfurt at €2,089
• Vienna at €2,092

To Jakarta, Indonesia:

• Rome at €1,885

To Medan, Indonesia:

• Dublin at €1,596
• Frankfurt at €1,756
• Munich at €1,756

To Phnom Penh, Cambodia:

• Dublin at €1,596
• Warsaw at €1,750 (~PLN 7,421)
• Frankfurt at €1,757
• Munich at €1,757
• Prague at €1,774 (~CZK 43,122)
• Vienna at €1,755
• Zurich at €1,873 (~CHF 1,745)
• Geneva at €1,950 (~CHF 1,817),

To Singapore:

• Warsaw at €1,979 (~PLN 8,392)
• Rome at €1,904
• Brussels at €2,033

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates with short layovers at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Etihad and Trip.com with your selected flight dates. From there, you can check what OTAs have to offer, as they sell these tickets up to €200 cheaper:

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All trips have a layover in Abu Dhabi. Every plane has a 1-2-1 business class configuration, with lie-flat seats. Unfortunately, the evening flights from Rome are operated by Wamos Air on an Airbus A330 with a 2-2-2 configuration, and the evening flight from Madrid is operated by Air Europa on a Boeing 787 with a 1-2-1 configuration. On some flights to Phuket, Etihad advertises its new Airbus A321LR. You can expect lie-flat seats on these planes, as well.

Etihad has a good business class, which offers direct access to the aisle for all seats. Additionally, the food & drinks, as well as the service are hard to beat. The biggest weaknesses are its average entertainment program (which is becoming less important in the age of tablets and notebooks). Issues like the airline’s overpriced internet service and subpar business class lounge in Abu Dhabi are things of the past, as Etihad now offers better value packages and operates from a new terminal at its hub.

Paying €400 more to add lounge access is way too much. If you are keen on that experience, paid lounge access from providers like Plaza Premium or Priority Pass is a better deal. For example, a Priority Pass Standard Plus including 10 visits is available for €289 and gives you lounge access in Abu Dhabi, Europe and most Asian airports – plus six additional visits. Since most layovers are rather short, you might even survive 2 hours without free drinks or food.

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This deal will expire on November 30, 2025. A maximum stay of twelve months apply. Departures are available until September 2026, with a blackout period in July 2026. Most departures are available until March 2026.

You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on Etihad’s website, but you can find cheaper prices with Skyscanner. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.

Miles & Points

This ticket is issued in booking class P. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal:

Destination

There are a variety of ways to purchase points and miles for loyalty programs. Miles&More, a program originated by Lufthansa and now covering five major airlines in Europe, offers multiple means to get those sweet award miles. One of them is called Bundle&Go, which allows you to purchase miles alongside a bunch of (mostly useless) other perks.

Usually, these packages are sold with a bonus on top of the miles. This time, you get a 50% bonus on the mileage portion of each bundle, allowing you to purchase 150,000 Miles&More Miles for €1,750, resulting in a great value of 1.17 Euro cents per mile.

You can choose between four bundles:

• Large: 150,000 miles for €1,750 (1.17 cpm)
• Medium: 75,000 miles for €1,000 (1.33 cpm)
• Small: 15,000 miles for €250 (1.67 cpm)
• XS: 4,500 miles for €90 (1.87 cpm)

Terms & Conditions

If you want to get the 50% bonus miles, you have to purchase a bundle before November 30, 2025. You will receive your miles within five workdays (sometimes instantly), but must respect the limit of 250,000 miles (400,000 miles with the bonus) that can be purchased during the year. You can find the full terms and conditions for the promotion here. Sadly, you can only take advantage of this promotion if you haven’t purchased a bundle in the past.

Just like earned miles, purchased miles expire after 36 months. This does not apply to M&M status holders or owners of a Miles&More credit card.

Full Content of the Bundles

Here is a list of the full content of the bundles. The miles are the most exciting part of the offer, since the other perks have a cash value of a few dollars at best.

• XS (for €90):
  • 3,000 4,500 miles
  • 1.250 miles member bonus with Avis¹
  • 25% miles bonus for Avis rentals²
  • 5% to 20% discount on Priority Pass
• Small (for €250):
  • 10,000 15,000 miles
  • 25% bonus miles on Hotels&Cars
  • 1.250 miles member bonus with Avis¹
  • 25% miles bonus for Avis rentals²
  • 5% to 20% discount on Priority Pass
• Medium (for €1,000):
  • 50,000 75,000 miles
  • 50% bonus miles on Hotels&Cars
  • 1,500 miles member bonus with Avis¹
  • 50% miles bonus for Avis rentals²
  • Avis Preferred Plus status
  • 10% to 25% discount on Priority Pass
• Large (for €1,750):
  • 100,000 150,000 miles
  • 100% bonus miles on Hotels&Cars
  • 1,750 miles member bonus with Avis¹
  • 100% miles bonus for Avis rentals²
  • Avis Preferred Plus status
  • 15% to 30% discount on Priority Pass

1 – we couldn’t figure out what exactly that bonus is.

2 – for a maximum of 5 rentals.

Previous Offers

Bundle&Go deals were introduced rather recently. Here are the possible savings of previous offers:

Attractive Redemption Options

Miles&More overhauled its reward system in June 2025. As a result, many of the older sweet spots are no longer valid, but a couple of new redemption options opened up. We have collected information about the new system and interesting redemption options here:

Since Miles&More now works with dynamic pricing, not only the availability, but also the price for rewards flights can change in an instant. Here are some examples for sensible redemptions – example prices are based on the lowest possible purchase price of 1.17 cpm:

• Business Class: Athens – Riyadh in February 2026 for 11,569 Miles + €235 o/w (=€370)
• Business Class: Oslo – Dubai in April 2026 for 15,961 Miles + €241 o/w (=€427)
• First Class: Budapest – Delhi in April 2026 for 63,249 Miles + €333 o/w (=€1,074)

You can find even more redemption options on our German site here.

Bottom Line

1.17 cents per mile is a decent price for Miles&More award mileage, though it comes right after the best promotion we’ve seen so far. If you already have a way of redeeming them in mind, go ahead and buy as many miles as you wish. That being said, it is never a good idea to stockpile award mileage, as airlines can devalue their award charts anytime – as it just happened. In 2024, Miles&More raised its surcharges for specific routes twice and in June 2025, it completely overhauled the program. At least the latter led to a number of great redemption options from Scandinavia and Eastern Europe.

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Chinese airline Hainan Airlines currently sells discounted tickets from Brussels to Bangkok, with tickets including a 23kg piece of hold luggage and full board service starting at €511. A longer layover (about four hours) in Beijing both ways is necessary to get the cheapest price. Departures are available between until April 2026.

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Trip.com with your selected flight dates.

The long-haul flights are operated by Boeing 787 aircraft, with a 3-3-3 seating pattern in economy class and amenities like personal TV screens, AC and USB-A power outlets. The shorter flights from Beijing to Bangkok are Boeing 737-800 services and take roughly five hours.

If you fly back on the red-eye flight from Bangkok, you will have a 19-hour layover, that you can use to visit the Great Wall of China and the Chinese capital.

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According to the fare rules, this fare doesn’t have an expiration date. There is no minimum stay requirement to score this price. Departures are available between until April 2026.

Google Flights previews available flight dates reliably. You can also toggle with the maximum travel duration, as availability gets broader if you accept longer layovers in Beijing. We recommend buying them directly from the airline.

Miles & Points

The airline issues the long flights in booking class T, the shorter trips from Beijing to Bangkok in booking class X. You can earn the following miles and points:

Destination

With the Costa Smeralda from Costa, you can embark on a Mediterranean cruise in January 2026. The journey takes you around France, Spain, Tunisia, and Italy. This route has sailings from December to March 2026, but the cheapest dates are available in January and February.

You can currently book a 7-night cruise in an inside cabin from just €439 per person. However, the ocean view cabins from €539 and balcony cabins from €559 are significantly more appealing (prices per person based on double occupancy). Solo travellers can join the cruise in an inside cabin from €790, which is almost a 100% surcharge.

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You can also book this cruise from Civitavecchia, Savona, and Barcelona at similar prices.

From Civitavecchia (Rome)

• January 9 to January 16: €469
  • €639 balcony!
• January 16 to January 23: €469
  • €639 balcony!
• January 23 to January 30: €469
  • €639 balcony!
• January 30 to February 6: €419
  • €609 balcony!
• February 6 to February 13: €469
  • €639 balcony!
• February 13 to February 20: €579

From Savona

• January 3 to January 10: €539
  • €639 balcony!
• January 10 to January 17: €439
  • €559 balcony!
• January 17 to January 24: €439
  • €559 balcony!
• January 24 to January 31: €519
• January 31 to February 7: €469
  • €549 balcony!
• February 7 to February 14: €519
  • €599 balcony!
• February 21 to February 28: €509
  • €639 balcony!
• February 28 to March 7: €559

From Barcelona

• January 5 to January 12: €549
• January 12 to January 19: €469
  • €659 balcony!
• January 19 to January 26: €469
  • €659 balcony!
• January 26 to February 2: €469
  • €659 balcony!
• February 2 to February 9: €519
• February 9 to February 16: €519

The cruise price includes full board in the main and buffet restaurants, as well as coffee, water, tea, and iced tea during the buffet’s opening hours. Most onboard facilities and activities (e.g., use of sun loungers and pools on the outer deck, shows in the theatre, gym, etc.) are also included in the package.

Route (Example from Savona)

The cruise departs from Savona, Italy, and sails to Marseille, France, and Barcelona, Spain. After a day at sea, the itinerary includes an unusual stop in La Goulette, the port for Tunis, Tunisia, offering access to historical sites like the ruins of Carthage and the city’s Medina. The journey then returns to Italy with stops in Palermo, Sicily, and Civitavecchia (the port for Rome), before the cruise concludes back in Savona.

Date	Port	Arrival	Departure
10/01/2026	Savona, Italy		17:30
11/01/2026	Marseille, France	09:00	18:00
12/01/2026	Barcelona, Spain	09:00	19:00
13/01/2026	At sea
14/01/2026	La Goulette, Tunisia	08:00	16:00
15/01/2026	Palermo, Italy	08:00	16:30
16/01/2026	Rome / Civitavecchia, Italy	08:30	19:00
17/01/2026	Savona, Italy	08:30

The Ship

The Costa Smeralda was built in 2019. As the ship was launched so recently, it has not yet been renovated. It is 337 meters long and 42 meters wide. The ship reaches a maximum speed of 21.5 knots and has a capacity for up to 6,554 passengers and 1,646 crew members. As one of the first ships of its kind, it is powered by more environmentally friendly Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).

For leisure and relaxation, the ship features four swimming pools, a water park, a spa, and a modern fitness centre. Entertainment options are plentiful, with a large theatre showcasing Broadway-style shows, a casino, a nightclub, and various themed bars and lounges throughout the ship.

There are 16 dining options on board, with six included in the cruise fare. These include the main restaurants (Il Rugantino, L’Arlecchino, Il Meneghino, and La Colombina), a dedicated family restaurant (Tutti a Tavola), and a large buffet (La Sagra dei Sapori). Speciality restaurants are available for an extra charge.

The main onboard languages are English, German, and Italian, and the currency used for all transactions is the Euro.

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The entire Travel-Dealz team chose the Costa Smeralda for a short team vacation in April 2025. We had a lot of fun on board. The design of the ship’s public spaces is simple, but varied and entertaining. Our spacious balcony cabins caught us by surprise, as they never felt cramped. Despite the ship’s huge size, we usually didn’t notice the thousands of other passengers – only during meal times, during which the food was miles better than the organization. Especially when scoring a price like this, you are certainly getting your money’s worth on the Costa Smeralda.

Marriott International is the third-largest hotel chain in the world (by the number of hotels), with approximately 8,500 hotels worldwide. Most of the time, however, Marriott hotels are rather expensive. But there are also some exceptions. We have searched them for you and found 25 hotels that cost no more than €35! Those, however are Marriott sub-brands. We’ve also found 10 actual Marriott hotels that charge up to €75.

These are the 25 cheapest hotels of the full Marriott portfolio:

1. City Express by Marriott Silao Aeropuerto, Mexico, starting at MX$476 (~€22)
2. Aloft Zhengzhou Shangjie, China, starting at CN¥178 (~€22)
3. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kanazawa, Japan, starting at JP¥4,703 (~€26)
4. Four Points By Sheraton Qingdao, Chengyang, China, starting at CN¥231 (~€28)
5. Fairfield by Marriott Xining North, China, starting at CN¥241 (~€29)
6. Fairfield By Marriott Yining, China, starting at CN¥246 (~€30)
7. Fairfield by Marriott Haidong, China, starting at CN¥249 (~€30)
8. Fairfield By Marriott Qingdao West Coast, China, starting at CN¥257 (~€31)
9. Aloft Yantai, China, starting at CN¥258 (~€31)
10. Aloft Nanhai Foshan, China, starting at CN¥258 (~€31)
11. City Express Junior by Marriott Tuxtla Gutiérrez Poliforum, Mexico, starting at MX$691 (~€32)
12. Fairfield by Marriott Jingzhou, China, starting at CN¥268 (~€33)
13. Fairfield by Marriott Liaocheng Dongchangfu, China, starting at CN¥269 (~€33)
14. Fairfield by Marriott Chongqing Yongchuan, China, starting at CN¥269 (~€33)
15. Courtyard By Marriott Korla, China, starting at CN¥269 (~€33)
16. Fairfield by Marriott Surabaya, Indonesia, starting at IDR 639,122 (~€33)
17. Fairfield by Marriott Changzhou Jintan, China, starting at CN¥276 (~€33)
18. Four Points by Sheraton Liupanshui, China, starting at CN¥277 (~€34)
19. Moxy Qiandao Lake, China, starting at CN¥277 (~€34)
20. Fairfield by Marriott Chuzhou Railway Station, China, starting at CN¥277 (~€34)
21. Four Points by Sheraton Yancheng, Jianhu, China, starting at CN¥278 (~€34)
22. Fairfield by Marriott Baiyin Downtown, China, starting at CN¥291 (~€35)
23. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Hakodate Station, Japan, starting at JP¥6,270 (~€35)
24. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Morioka, Japan, starting at JP¥6,270 (~€35)
25. Four Points by Sheraton Lang Son, Vietnam, starting at ₫1,055,754 (~€35)

These are the 10 cheapest Marriott hotels, without counting any sub-brands:

1. Aguascalientes Marriott Hotel, Mexico, starting at US$63 (~€54)
2. Suining Marriott Hotel, China, starting at CN¥497 (~€60)
3. Xiamen Marriott Hotel Haicang, China, starting at CN¥514 (~€62)
4. Marriott Tuxtla Gutierrez Hotel, Mexico, starting at US$74 (~€64)
5. Nanning Marriott Hotel, starting at CN¥548 (~€67)
6. Miri Marriott Resort & Spa, Malaysia, starting at MYR 325 (~€67)
7. Villahermosa Marriott Hotel, Mexico, starting at US$78 (~€67)
8. Baotou Marriott Hotel, China, starting at CN¥583 (~€71)
9. Beijing Marriott Hotel Yanqing, China, starting at CN¥586 (~€71)
10. Zhejiang Taizhou Marriott Hotel, China, starting at CN¥592 (~€72)

Here you can see all the hotels on a map. We’ve marked Marriott sub-brands in blue:

Conclusion

While the prices on these lists are very low, if we’re being honest, only a handful of these hotels are located in a place where you would actually want to spend your holidays. Also, none of these hotels is in Europe, making the list even more worthless to us. And so, Marriott fails to surprise us with a few nice sweet spots, as e.g. Hilton had done with cheap hotels in Da Nang, London, Kuala Lumpur, Strasbourg, and more popular cities.

If you’re looking for a cheap Marriott hotel in Europe (mostly Moxy and AC hotels), feel free to check out our separate list. It hasn’t been updated for over a year, but it should still be good enough for some inspiration:

It’s only been a year since Norwegian Cruise Line renamed the well-known Free at Sea package to More at Sea – and now it’s being renamed again, this time to Even More Free at Sea. For short cruises up to 6 nights, the “old new” package actually gets cheaper, but prices are going up for longer cruises.

NCL will also no longer distinguish between inside/outside and balcony cabins in terms of speciality dining visits. In the new Free at Sea package, the number of included speciality restaurants only depends on the length of the cruise.

For the internet, there will now be a flat 150 free minutes for cruises of 2 nights or more. This benefits short cruises, but previously cruises of 11 nights or more came with 300 free minutes.

There are no changes for the shore excursion credit or included drinks – except that starting March 1, 2026, the second private island, Great Stirrup Cay, will also be excluded from the beverage packages.

The New Prices

For short cruises of 1 to 6 nights, prices for the new Free at Sea package actually drop significantly. On a 4-day trip (3 nights), you theoretically only pay €37 per night for the first and second person in a cabin. For cruises of 8 nights or more, it becomes slightly more expensive for the first and second guests.

But it becomes significantly more expensive for longer cruises for guests in the 3rd–8th berth in a cabin. Here, price increases go up to 23%.

Prices for the old More at Sea package vs. the new Free at Sea package in comparison:

Speciality Dining Visits

With the new Free at Sea package, guests in inside and outside cabins benefit. But in a balcony cabin, you now have to make do with fewer included speciality restaurant visits.

Free Internet Minutes

Going forward, cruises of at least 2 nights will always get a flat 150 free minutes. In the More at Sea package, there were still 300 free minutes for cruises of 11 nights or more. Unfortunately, this is still far from an unlimited rate.

Conclusion

NCL wants to make the package more attractive for short cruises. Especially in the US market, the trend is currently toward short Caribbean and Mexico cruises of 3–6 nights, and these changes target exactly that. In Europe, however, NCL cruises are usually longer than a week, and therefore benefit much less from these changes.

The fact that NCL is throwing the More at Sea brand name overboard so quickly is surprising. More at Sea was supposed to highlight the additional benefits compared to Free at Sea. Presumably customers simply didn’t adopt the new name.

Looking to try out NCL? Here are our best NCL deals:

Norwegian Pearl: 15-Nights in an Oceanview Cabin from Barcelona to Miami for €649 pp (Departs November, No Single Supplement)

Norwegian Epic: 10 Nights Transatlantic Cruise from Lisbon to San Juan for €362 pp in November (No Single Supplement)

There aren’t many companies that still offer student travel discounts. Most airlines from the Middle East are a welcome exception. In addition to Etihad, Qatar Airways and Emirates you can find similar offers from Cathay Pacific. In this post however, Turkish Airlines will be the centre of attention.

Pupils and students up to their 35th birthday can benefit from this promotion. Which advantages Turkish Airlines promises – and which of them are actually granted – is what this article is about.

Benefits

Above you can see the advantages for students listed briefly. Below are a few more details:

Additional Baggage Allowance

The additional baggage allowance is quickly explained. Wherever you can normally check in 30 kg of luggage (weight concept), the free baggage allowance as a student increases to 40 kg.

On some routes, however, Turkish Airlines uses the piece concept with 2x 23 kg. Student status doesn’t change that. On domestic flights in Turkey, fees for excess baggage are apparently only reduced, not completely waived.

“Discounted” Tickets

After registration and login, students can book discounted tickets with Turkish Airlines. The following discounts are advertised:

• 20% discount on domestic flights
• Up to 15% discount on international flights

15% off international tickets doesn’t sound like much. In fact, the discount on some routes is more in the per thousand range than in per cent. During our tests, the highest savings were possible on Turkish domestic flights in business class.

• Hamburg – Kuala Lumpur: €784 instead of €837
• Munich – Seoul: €889 instead of €943
• Frankfurt – Istanbul: €200 instead of €208 (incl. a 23 kg checked bag in the Economy ExtraFly fare)
• Budapest – Antananarivo: €917 instead of €993
• Istanbul – Izmir: TRY 8,894 (~€182) instead of TRY 10,908 (~€223) in Business Class

However, in all fairness, the student tickets have semi-flex conditions, meaning that they are partially refundable. The prices that we compared these to, were the cheap, non-refundable tickets. We chose to do this, as most people would buy non-refundable tickets instead of paying hundreds more for semi-flex conditions.

Procedure

Although anyone can search for a ticket for students on TurkishAirlines.com, according to Turkish Airlines, you must first register to book. The procedure is as follows:

Register for Student Account

If you don’t have one already, you need a (free) account at the Miles&Smiles frequent flyer program. You can create one here.

You then have to fill out the feedback form so that the status is stored in your account. Under Applications, select the appropriate option:

After a little waiting time (about a week for Peer) you will then receive an e-mail that the application has been approved:

Now you can proceed to book the tickets:

Book Flights

Student tickets can be booked directly on the Turkish Airlines website. The arrow indicates the option to select one (or more) Students instead of Adults:

The reduced prices are automatically displayed in the next step. Even if there are no reduced tickets, at least the additional baggage allowance and more flexible conditions apply to your ticket.

With the Quantum of the Seas from Royal Caribbean, you can embark on a short cruise to the Mexican Riviera with departures from November 2025 to March 2026. The sailing takes you from Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico, and back. The current price of less than €71 per night for a balcony cabin is a true bargain for a relaxing stay at sea during your vacation in California.

You can currently book a 3-night cruise in an inside cabin from just €257 per person. However, the oceanview cabins start from €264, and the balcony cabins start from €282, which are significantly more appealing (prices per person based on double occupancy). Unfortunately, the balcony cabin for solo cruisers starts at €460.

The ship is also offering different combinations: a 2-night cruise with one day in Ensenada, a 3-night cruise with one sea day, a 4-night cruise with two sea days, and another 4-night cruise with one sea day and one stop in Catalina Island. Prices for the cheapest sailing are consistently below $100 per night in the balcony cabin category.

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The cruise price includes full board in the main and buffet restaurants, as well as coffee, water, tea, and iced tea during the buffet’s opening hours. Most onboard facilities and activities (e.g., use of sun loungers and pools on the outer deck, shows in the theatre, gym, etc.) are also included in the package.

If you live in Europe, we recommend booking through Travel-Dealz, and if you live in the USA, book via CruiseDirect, as long as the price difference is not significant. If the difference is considerable, you can choose the cheaper option, but keep in mind that the consumer guarantees are different for Americans and Europeans.

Route (For the 3-night cruise)

Your journey begins in Los Angeles, California. The City of Angels offers many attractions, from the glamour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills to the original Disneyland Park in Anaheim. Depending on when you arrive, you can explore world-class museums, hike to the Hollywood sign, or enjoy the local food scene before embarking on your cruise.

After a full day at sea to enjoy all the amenities the Quantum of the Seas has to offer, you will arrive in Ensenada, Mexico. Located on the coast of Baja California, Ensenada is a popular port known for its pleasant weather, scenic waterfront, and bustling city centre. It’s also the gateway to Mexico’s premier wine region, the Valle de Guadalupe, where you can tour vineyards and sample local wines.

A must-see attraction near Ensenada is La Bufadora, one of the largest marine geysers in the world, which shoots water high into the air. After a day of exploration, the ship will sail back overnight, returning you to Los Angeles the next morning.

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
1	Los Angeles (California, USA)		16:00
2	At sea
3	Ensenada (Baja California, Mexico)	08:00	16:00
4	Los Angeles (California, USA)	07:00

The Ship

The Quantum of the Seas established the new Quantum class for Royal Caribbean in 2014. At the time, it was the largest cruise ship produced by Meyer Papenburg and in all of Germany. It is 347 meters long, has a capacity for up to 4,180 passengers and 1,550 crew members, and now has four sister ships.

The ship’s design is suitable for nearly all cruise regions. New attractions include RipCord by iFly, a skydiving simulator where you can float in a wind tunnel, and the North Star, a glass capsule on a crane that swings you over the side for breathtaking 360-degree views. The SeaPlex is a multi-functional indoor hall with bumper cars, a roller-skating rink, and a circus school. A surf simulator and the signature climbing wall are also on board. All these attractions are included in the price.

The dining concept deviates from traditional cruising. Instead of a single main dining room, you have a choice of five complimentary main restaurants, plus several speciality restaurants available for an extra charge. This “Dynamic Dining” concept offers more variety and flexibility, without fixed seating times, while maintaining the high quality expected from Royal Caribbean.

The onboard language is English, and the currency used for all transactions is the US Dollar (US$).

Here are some impressions of the ship:

Getting There & Back

The cruise starts and ends in Los Angeles, so you will need to arrange flights to one of the many airports in the Los Angeles area. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers the most connections. We recommend arriving at least one day before departure to avoid any issues with flight delays.

To find the cheapest flights for your desired dates, you can use the form below and then proceed to Trip.com.