🛳️ Interline Cruises That're Cheaper Than Rent

A round-up of our top posts this week and new cruise discounts.

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Matt C
April 18, 2025

Happy Friday from Fort Lauderdale! ⛱️ 

The spring breakers have cleared out, the beaches are blissfully quiet, and for once, the TSA line didn’t feel like a survival challenge. It’s officially shoulder season here—which means warm weather, lower hotel rates, and (most importantly) standby lists that actually move. If you’ve got flight benefits and a flexible schedule, this is the time to make a break for it.

It also doesn’t hurt that Fort Lauderdale is considered the cruise capital of the world, with Port Everglades welcoming millions of passengers each year. Whether you’re sailing out or just daydreaming about it, we’ve got good news—our popular Top 5 Cruises Under $75/Night list now has a permanent home on the site and will be updated weekly with the latest interline deals. If you’re cruise-curious (or just looking for a vacation that costs less than your per diem), be sure to bookmark that page!

Whether you're headed somewhere sunny or staying close to home, I’m wishing you a Happy Easter and a meaningful Passover this weekend to those who celebrate.

Enjoy the open seats, and see you in the skies!

Matt C
Captain, Standby Steals đŸ’š

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The layover hotel of your retro dreams.

The upcoming Pan Am Hotel by Hilton will channel the glamour of 1960s air travel with vintage-inspired interiors, a rooftop bar, and a splashy new “Grand Fountain” as its centerpiece. The whole vibe? Somewhere between a layover at TWA and a crew party that never debriefed. It’s being developed by Craig Realty Group, and yes — it’s a brand-new build.

Mid-century glam meets check-in counter chic.

Even better: It’ll be a Hilton. So once it opens, it could qualify for those juicy Hilton airline staff rates we know and love. We’ll be keeping tabs on this one as it gets closer to opening — but in the meantime, you can explore all the current Hilton industry offers below.

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