10 great last-minute summer getaways
Haven't made your vacation plans yet? Lucky you. This year the best deals come to those who waited.
4. Alaska (by cruise)
Alaska is most temperate in July and August - highs range from 60° F to 80° F - so discounts on summer cruises are rare. But a decline in bookings has led to a steep drop in prices this year, especially on the biggest ships.
WHAT TO DO
Cruises are an easy way to see Alaska's natural beauty. Explore by day - kayak in a mountain lake, hike in an ice cave, and helicopter to the top of a glacier - and return to the creature comforts of the ship at night. A popular route is the Inside Passage, where you may spot humpback whales and harbor seals.
WHICH LINES TO TAKE
Luxury hotel: Regent Seven Seas (rssc.com). On this luxury line, all cabins have balconies, and you can go two-for-one with free airfare on seven-day cruises booked by June 30; prices start at $3,295 per person based on double occupancy.*
Mid-range hotel: Celebrity (celebritycruises.com). Save up to 50% off published rates; a seven-day cruise in June costs $499 per person, down from $999.
*A previous version of this story listed incorrect prices for Regent Seven Seas cruises booked by June 30. Prices start at $3,295 per person based on double occupancy.
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