February is when travel group chats start lighting up again. The holiday chaos has faded, the days are stretching a little longer, and suddenly everyone’s itching for a change of scenery. Here’s the thing: it’s not too early to lock in spring break plans—or even to get strategic about summer. In fact, this is when some of the best deals of the year drop.
For example, cruise lines are deep into wave season, with serious savings on everything from sailings throughout the Caribbean to bucket-list expeditions. Rental car companies are rolling out discounts that make a spontaneous road trip feel very doable, and tour operators are trimming prices on expertly planned itineraries if you’d rather just show up and go.
So whether you’re plotting ahead or eyeing a last-minute escape, consider this your nudge: It is now prime time to scoop up spring travel deals before everyone else catches on.
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Score on longer stays with Marriott Bonvoy
If you can stretch your trip past a long weekend, Marriott Bonvoy is making it worth your while. Book the “Stay Longer and Save” rate at participating Marriott Vacation Club, Sheraton Vacation Club, or Westin Vacation Club resorts and take 10% off three nights, 15% off four, or 20% off five or more. Choose from 80 resorts worldwide—think Cancún, Hawaii, Hilton Head Island—with amenities like adults-only infinity pools, family-friendly activities, cabanas, spas, golf, and beachfront access. Ritzy standouts include Marriott Grand Residence Club, Lake Tahoe; Marriott Vacation Club South Beach; and Marriott’s Desert Spring Villas. Book by April 3, 2026, with promo code S6058 for stays through June 19, 2026.