Hi there — it's Sunday, and I've been going through this week's deals. One of them has a hard deadline in 9 days, so I wanted to get it in front of you. Here's what I'm watching.

⚡ Book by June 30 · Agency Exclusive

Avalon Waterways 2027 Europe — Save Up to $1,500 Per Person on Select River Sailings

European river cruising is one of the most rewarding experiences our agency books — you unpack once, wake up in a new city every morning, and travel at a pace that actually lets you absorb what you're seeing. Avalon Waterways is our go-to recommendation for this: thoughtfully designed ships, excellent dining, and itineraries across the Rhine, Danube, and Douro that go well beyond the typical highlights tour. Right now, select 2027 sailings are offering up to $1,500 per person in savings — but the booking deadline to qualify is June 30. If a European river cruise has been on your list for next year, this week is the moment to get a call on the calendar.

When you book this through our agency:

• We identify the specific sailings where the $1,500 savings is stackable with your travel dates
• Our agency matches you to the right itinerary and cabin category across Avalon's 2027 fleet
• We handle deposit coordination and ensure you're in before the June 30 cutoff
• Available exclusively through travel advisors — I'm your direct contact from first inquiry to departure day

Adults-Only Cruise · Closes July 31

Virgin Voyages — FREE Balcony Upgrade + Sailor Loot Spending Credits + 70% Off Second Passenger

Still one of my favorite couples cruise deals running right now. Virgin Voyages stacks three perks — a free balcony cabin upgrade, Sailor Loot credits for onboard spending, and 70% off the second passenger. Our agency-exclusive perk: we handle itinerary selection and can flag the sailings where demand is highest so you lock in the right cabin before inventory disappears. Books through July 31.

Alaska · Expedition Cruise

HX Expeditions Alaska — Small-Ship Wilderness Sailing With Current Agency Savings

If you want to experience Alaska in a way the mega ships can't offer — guided wildlife landings, onboard naturalists, remote coastline access — HX Expeditions is one of the best operators doing it. Our agency has access to current savings on their 2026 Alaska sailings. Ask Kelly for what's available on your dates.

December · Caribbean Excursions

Island Routes — Agency-Exclusive Savings on December Caribbean Shore Excursions

Planning a December Caribbean trip? Through our supplier relationships, we can layer Island Routes excursions into your itinerary at agency-exclusive pricing — catamaran cruises, cultural tours, and beach escapes that go well beyond the usual port-stop experience. Our agency-exclusive perk: we pre-screen the options and only recommend the ones we'd put our own clients on. Ask Kelly for current pricing.

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Kelly Bonatsakis
Vacations by Kelly · Travel better with a travel expert.