21 Memorial Day Weekend Travel Deals to Secure Before Summer Kicks Off
Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of summer travel, and May offers great deals before peak prices rise. Airlines, hotels, and cruise lines are providing significant discounts and promotions for early summer bookings. Travelers can take advantage of offers from major brands like Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, and Marriott to secure their vacations at lower rates.
- ▪Memorial Day weekend is considered the unofficial start of summer travel.
- ▪Travelers can find discounts from airlines, hotels, and cruise lines this May.
- ▪Brands like Southwest Airlines and JetBlue are offering special deals for summer getaways.
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News & Advice21 Memorial Day Weekend Travel Deals to Secure Before Summer Kicks OffDon't miss out on stellar savings from your favorite cruise lines, hotel brands, and more this May.By Jessica ChapelMay 20, 2026Monica SheehanSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this storyMemorial Day weekend has unofficially become the kickoff to summer travel—and while prices are starting to climb, May still offers one of the best windows to lock in a genuinely good deal before peak-season rates take over.
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