Spring marks the conclusion of "wave season," a time when cruise bookings are at their peak in warm parts of the world.
Carnival offers three-day cruises from $229/person. This can be a place for last-minute travelers to find good prices.
Norwegian Cruise Lines offers Spring deals for itineraries that include Alaska, the Caribbean and even Europe.
Crystal Cruises is an upscale line, with prices to match. But folks who book these cruises are looking for value as much as the rest of the travel world. Crystal has a six- or 10-day Panama Canal cruises that begin or end in Los Angeles and Miami from $2060. Cruise dates in May are available.
Travelocity allows you to search for deals by cruise destination. Click on a location and a grid pops up showing you the lowest price of the month for that itinerary. Be sure to check the sail dates and terms carefully.
Care to do some late-season skiing? Squaw Creek at Lake Tahoe has launched the “RSC Value Voucher” program, which provides guests a packet of money-saving vouchers with every room reservation booked at the resort. The vouchers are valid for stays through May 31 and include lunches, dinners and spa treatments.
CheapCaribbean.com offers Five Sun Luxury Hotels/Resorts from $206/per person, per night. Properties are in mostly in the Caribbean or Mexico.
Spirit Vacations weighs in with some Spring deals rebate deals that start at $354 USD, for a three-day all inclusive visit to Mexico. Airfare from Fort Lauderdale, resort accommodations, all meals and non-motorized water sports are included. Valid dates until April 6. After that, look for other deals on the linked page.
Interested in Spring Break at the beach? Sandals Resorts offers up to 60 percent off resort rates. Discounts vary by property. Restrictions apply, so read the fine print carefully.
