8 leap year travel sales you won’t want to miss

Flights, cruises and hotels all on sale.

It comes around only once every four years, and this year, plenty of companies are spending the extra day in 2024 putting on sales.

From discounted cruises in Europe to 29% off hotels, here’s the leap year travel sales for 2024 that you won’t want to miss.

GHA Hotels: Book 3 nights, get a 4th for free

What’s the deal? Book a stay that’s three nights and get a fourth night’s stay free at GHA Hotels, which includes Anantara, Avani, Cynthia, Oaks, Outrigger and Park Royal.

Where can you travel? Until 28 May, 2024

When do you need to book by? 7 March, 2024

Jetstar: $29 flights for Club Jetstar members

What’s the deal? If you’re a Club Jetstar member (or become one), you can book dozens of Jetstar routes from as low as $29.

When can you travel? April and June, 2024.

When do you need to book by? 11:59am on 1 March, 2024.

Webjet: $29 off flight bookings

What’s the deal? Use the promo code LEAP29 on a domestic flight booking with Webjet on 29 February and get $29 off your fare. You can use this code on flights to the Gold Coast, Adelaide and Sydney.

When can you travel? Until 31 December, 2024.

When do you need to book by? 29 February, 2024.

Uniworld Cruises: 2-for-1 European river cruises

What’s the deal? About a dozen European river cruise itineraries are now selling off at a two-for-one special, saving you 50% on a sailing. Destinations include iconic rivers like the Danube, Rhine and Mosel and include the peak European summer dates.

When can you travel? Until August, 2025

When do you need to book by? 29 February, 2024

Hard Rock Hotel, New York: 29% off stays

What’s the deal? Book a stay that’s two nights or more at the Hard Rock hotel in New York City and save 29% on the regular rate. You’ll also get a $50 food and beverage credit.

When can you travel? You can stay any time between 1 March and 2 September, 2024.

When do you need to book by? 1 March, 2024.

Celestyal Cruises: Mediterranean cruises from $29/night

What’s the deal? Celestyal cruises is offering sailings in the Mediterranean from as low as $29 per night. That means you can book 7-night cruises from just $203.

When can you travel? Select sailings from March to October, 2024

When do you need to book by? 29 February, 2024.

Southwest Airlines: 30% off domestic flights in the U.S.A.

What’s the deal? If you’re in need of a domestic flight within the USA, booking tomorrow can save you 30% on your fare.

When can you travel? 19 March until 22 May, 2024

When do you need to book by? 29 February, 2024.

Gaura Travel: India flights from $499 each way

What’s the deal? Book one-way tickets from Australia to India from $499 each way, plus get 10% off your return fare. Sample price is from Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide to Delhi. Flights also available to Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad and more.

When can you travel? 1 March to 30 November, 2024

When do you need to book by? 29 February, 2024.

Are leap year travel sales a thing?

They are now! Online retailers, whether they’re selling luggage or flights, will find almost any excuse these days to find a sale. And that definitely works to our benefit.

While these leap year travel sales aren’t nearly as good as what we’d see on Black Friday or Boxing Day, they’re a great option if you’re looking for a deal for a holiday early on in the year.

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