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We’ve just about made it through January, and that means Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. For some, this day will be a celebration of blissed-out adoration. For others, it’s just another ancient holiday, co-opted by capitalism, with little meaning left. Both approaches are fair. No arguments here.

One thing Valentine’s Day is certainly good for is steep travel discounts. Deals that will make you into a living heart-eye emoji and draw you onto the open road. Need a gift? Buy a loved one a cheap ticket somewhere rad. Want to escape the excess? Go on a solo adventure.

Below are some of the best deals on cheap flights and travel packages right now. These are the sites and Twitter feeds that you should be following and setting up alerts for. Prices will vary. Sales will pass quickly. You’ve gotta shop hard and act fast. Good luck out there and happy travels!

BEST SECRET FLYING DEALS

If you’ve been keeping an eye on Secret Flying, you’ll know there are some killer deals right now. Flights from San Francisco to Paris are only $407 roundtrip. Europe too far to venture? Try Mexico. There’s a super cheap roundtrip from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cancun for only $199. That’s a steal for a week or so of sun, sand, and plenty of tequila.

Keep an eye on Secret Flying for deals popping up between now and the 14th, you might get lucky.

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KAYAK EXPLORE

Maybe you’re not sure where to take the one you love this year for Valentine’s Day. That’s cool. Kayak Explore might be the inspiration you need to finally land on a great place at a great price.

Just set your home airport and see what’s out there. Right now, there are great flights all over America for less than $70 roundtrip and great roundtrips to Europe for under $300.

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RYANAIR

Okay, let’s say you’re in Europe at the moment or already have the big ticket over the Atlantic purchased. That means it’s time to add an extra city or two. Ryanair has crazy cheap one way flights right now all over the continent.

There are flights for $6 between Germany and Spain. And, probably one of the best deals in Europe and Asia is an $18 flight from Berlin to Eilat, Israel. That’s 18 bucks to get to the Red Sea with the Egyptian Coast and the Wadi Rum of Jordan waiting right next door.

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AIRASIA $2 FLIGHTS

Somehow Air Asia is running flights for as low as $2 around the eastern reaches of the continent for Chinese New Year. Taxes and airport fees still apply. But, basically, you’re flying for free. There are a lot of options here. So if you’re already in the far east (or living in Hawaii), you’ll be able to score a trip to somewhere amazing and new for less than the price of a double cheeseburger from McDonald’s.

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SPIRIT AIRLINES FLIGHT OFFERS

Spirits Airlines is running a great sale right now. Prices for one-way tickets all over America are as low as $34. You can’t beat that price — it’s one half of a sushi dinner. Just remember that you’ll have to pay for extra bags and food. So, just carry on. Then you’re good to go.

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JETBLUE SALE

JetBlue is also running a great sale this week. You’ll be able to snag some one-way flights for as low as $39. Don’t expect any frills. But, hey, if you can get across the country for less than 50 bucks, you’re ahead of the curve.

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SAVE $500 ON EUROPEAN TOUR WITH TRAFALGAR

Valentine’s Day is a great time to book a tour. Especially if you’re into having everything ready to go and not worrying about a single thing when you’re on the road (a prospect which definitely has merits).

Trafalgar is taking $500 off holidays right now. That’s a great saving that’ll get you around several countries in one trip with great hotels, food, tours, and even flights included.

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30% OFF UNIWORLD CRUISES

Fancy a plush river cruise — or, basically, a floating lux hotel — around Europe’s cities? Then it might be time to strike out on the open river. Uniworld is taking 30 percent off their European cruises. Cruises include local dining, tours, excursions, drinks, and accommodation. Flights are up to you.

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$699 FOR A FLIGHT PLUS 5-STAR SPA HOTEL IN THE AZORES

Azores Getaways

We’ve written a lot about the Azores lately, even putting the destination atop our 2018 Travel Hot List. Part of the reason we love this cluster of Portuguese islands is the scenery (the hiking opportunities, the surfing, the beaches, the hills, the… we could go on), but another part is the cost.

Right now, the Azores are strikingly affordable. This deal from Azores Getaways includes flights from the east coast and six nights at a five-star resort. You’re flying in, sleeping in Egyptian cotton sheets, and hanging in the on-site Turkish baths for the same cost as a Best Western in LA. There’s just no way to see the place everyone is raving about in luxurious style for cheaper than that!

DISCOUNTS ON COUPLES TRIPS WITH FRIENDLY PLANET TRAVEL

Finally, there are some great deals on couples-focused trips all over eastern Asia from Friendly Planet Travel. Trips include flights, meals, cruises, tours, hotels, and are completely customizable to exactly what you want.

Trips to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Bhutan, Dubai, and Borneo are all discounted right now.