So you sat around at home all summer and now you’re dying to get out of the house, or, in this case, the country. Well, there’s still hope! I scoured the internet for some great last-minute ‘summer’ destinations to begin your much-needed getaway, and found a few really great deals. I included flights from Los Angeles, New York, and Phoenix since it’s my home base. Here are the best last-minute summer destinations to book now.
Europe
Paris
When: Late September
Phoenix – $550 | New York – $380 | LA – $480
Paris has some insanely good flight deals right now! Most of the flights I’ve seen are about $500 less than they typically run. Do not pass this up people! Imagine sitting in a Parisian cafe sipping a cappuccino and letting a warm croissant melt in your mouth, while you people watch and plan your visit to the Louvre. Dreams can come true.
Amsterdam
When: Mid/Late September
Phoenix – $550 | New York – $400 | LA – $530
Amsterdam comes in second with some killer prices for mid-September. $550 from Phoenix and LA is a pretty good deal considering it should still be decently warm out. All the tourists will be gone and you’ll be able to enjoy your waffles and canal cruise in peace. What more could you ask for?!
Asia
Hong Kong
When: Late September
Phoenix – $700 | New York – $750 | LA – $530
“Whoa, Emily, why are you talking about Asia?” Yeah, you know these prices must be good if I’m mentioning Asia – a continent I rarely discuss. Hong Kong is still on my list though and it can easily be on yours! And, you can tick it off your list this September for a rare $700 from Phoenix. I see a trip to Hong Kong Disneyland in your near future, accompanied with lots of dim sum.
Beijing
When: Late September
Phoenix – $530 | New York – $500 | LA – $400
If you’ve dreamed about visiting the Great Wall, then this is definitely your chance. Flights are typically cheaper running out of LA, but in Phoenix, you won’t find a better price for late September. Or, if you’re feeling lucky, you can apply for Airbnb’s Great Wall of China sleepover contest. If you’re a self-proclaimed unlucky human like myself, then you’re better off just buying the ticket. You’re sure to have an amazing time in the Chinese capital.
Will you be buying one of these plane tickets? Let me know in the comments!
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Thanks Heather!
Wow, can’t believe there are so many options of places to go that are so affordable!! Would deff love to head back over to Asia soon, maybe I should check out flights from Toronto around that time!
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Yes! There are quite a few. I was shocked myself.
I would definitely want to visit Amsterdam…
Thanks for sharing.
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You’re welcome! Thanks Zorica!
Oh Paris! How I want to visit you some day and that day is coming soon. ๐
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It is! Just you wait. ๐
Wow! These are some exceptional travel destinations and perfect summer places, Emily. Beijing seems perfect to explore in late September. Thanks for so many options and for whetting my appetite!
You’re welcome lady! Glad you liked these suggestions. ๐
These are amazing deals. I would love to go back to Paris.
Nina’s Style Blog
Thanks Nina!
Oh man! I just realized I haven’t been on a legit vacation this year. It makes sense that the prices are cheaper if the city is closer to the destination. I recently bought tickets for my parents’ trip to Hong Kong. Hong Kong is a neat city to check out! Definitely recommend it. Thanks for sharing these destinations!
Nancy โฅ exquisitely.me
Thanks Nancy! I definitely need to start making my way through Asia.
This is SOOOOOO not the post my budget needs right now. The wanderlust has been REAL lately and I’m trying so hard to hold out until a longer trip next year once some of these house expenses are paid for but…but…
Haha, as people informed me, I think the prices went VERY quickly. They were back up the next day. Ugh.
Paris is my dream city, if it only costs me around 500 bucks to get there from Australia then I would fly ever 3 months. But it’s not a bad idea to fly to Paris when I go to NY, right?
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Right! Paris to NY is only around 300-400! I can imagine that from Australia it’s quite expensive!
All of the destinations sound too good! I’d love to visit Paris and Amsterdam soon. If not this year, then next year for sure.
-Leta | The Nerdy Me
Thanks Leta! Great choices!
Amazing how cheap those flights are considering the distance!! I’m a lot closer to the places in Europe but wonder if the flights to Asia from the UK are similar in price for the time of year. When I flew to New York in late summer a few years ago I got the return flights for around ยฃ250! That was definitely my best ever last minute summer destination deal
Jenny | localleo.co.uk
Right?! Crazy cheap. I wish I lived in the UK so I could move around Europe so easily!
These destinations seems to be a must visit <3 Wonderful post dear <3
Beauty and Fashion Freaks
Thank you!!