CheapOair®, an online travel agency and leading provider of cheap flights, today announced the most popular European destinations for summer travel in 2019. After analyzing trends and booking data, CheapOair revealed that London is the highest booked destination for the fourth year in a row with an average roundtrip airfare of $783, a 10% price decrease from 2018.

CheapOair’s data reveals that the average price to fly to European destinations has decreased by 3% this summer. Due to major carriers continuing to introduce basic economy fares for trans-Atlantic flights, consumers are taking advantage of many affordable travel options to popular European cities, including Paris, Rome, Barcelona, and Madrid.

Through price comparison and booking analysts, CheapOair also found that it is becoming more affordable to travel to Greece. While Athens continues to be a summer hot spot with a bit of a higher cost in airfare, the destination is seeing a 4% price decrease compared to 2018, making it a highly attractive destination this year.

“Flying to Europe is becoming more affordable every year, which means it’s also becoming increasingly popular,” said Tom Spagnola, Senior Vice President of Supplier Relations at CheapOair. “Consumers should take advantage of these low costs to experience European cities they haven’t been to before, but booking early is important as summer is the most popular travel season and costs will only increase from here.”

By consistently monitoring travel trends, CheapOair’s mission is to educate and aid consumers and travel professionals in both planning their travel accommodations and staying current on the most popular destinations.

For more information, please visit www.CheapOair.com, www.cheapoair.com/mobile, or our social media pages, www.Facebook.com/CheapOair and https://twitter.com/cheapoair.

[1] Based on CheapOair reservation data for flights departing from US gateways 05/01/19 through 08/31/19.

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About CheapOair
CheapOair is an online travel agency that specializes in providing cheap flights and great last-minute flight deals for travelers worldwide. Consumers can book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone (1-646-738-4820) or live chat. Part of Fareportal’s family of travel brands, CheapOair bridges the gap between an online travel agency and a traditional agency with certified travel agents available to help find discount flight tickets to global destinations on over 600 airlines, a million hotels, and 100s of car rental companies. Follow CheapOair on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram , and Pinterest to learn how to travel the world for less.

Last year, CheapOair.com noticed a trend in travelers picking their destinations based on “Instagramability”. This year, the online travel agency and leading provider of cheap flights sees no sign of this movement slowing down. To help travelers plan their trips, CheapOair has selected its top picks for the most photogenic destinations to visit during the summer 2019 travel season.

Sardinia: From your best friend to your great-aunt, you’ve probably noticed that everyone has already been to the Amalfi Coast. Be the talk of all your followers this summer with a trip to the island of Sardinia, one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. The trendsetting Instagrammer will enjoy spectacular beaches, hidden coves, and of course, the freshest seafood the Mediterranean has to offer. Average airfare for summer travel from the US to Sardinia is $1,167*.

Baja California: Skip hectic Napa this summer and head south of the border to Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico for winery tours. With its Mediterranean-like climate, the conditions are perfect for producing big, bold reds that are starting to get a lot of attention. As tourism grows, so does the food scene which makes Baja California the perfect destination for the foodie Instagrammer this summer. Average airfare for summer travel from the US to Baja California is $502.

Myanmar: This Southeast Asian country has it all. From limestone mountains and rice paddies to breath-taking beaches and temples. This summer, the fashionista Instagrammer should choose a colorful outfit when visiting the white-washed Hsinbyume Pagoda to really stand out.  Average airfare for summer travel from the US to Myanmar is $1,157*.

Bulgaria: This former Soviet-bloc nation is finding its footing within the European Union and is starting to attract Western travelers. The off-the-beaten-path Instagrammer will appreciate the limited number of tourists and the ability to form a deeper connection with the locals. Plus, the many free walking tours available make it a budget-friendly destination. Average airfare for summer travel from the US to Bulgaria is $995*.

Alaska: If you’re an outdoorsy Instagrammer, you’ll surely enjoy the moderate temperatures and myriad of exciting activities Alaska has to offer in the summer. Plus, in June and July you can take advantage of up to 22 hours of daylight to make the most of your visit. Don’t miss out on one of the quintessential Alaskan activities of visiting a glacier. You may even get to see “calving” as the region goes through the summer melt. Average airfare for summer travel from the US to Alaska is $570*.

Jordan: Thanks to the fame brought by Indiana Jones, Petra has long been the pinnacle of the adventure Instagrammer’s bucket list. However, if you’re looking to stand apart from the rest, set your sights on Wadi Rum. In addition to the red-rock desert landscape, you’ll feel extra interplanetary with a stay in a desert bubble. Like Petra, Wadi Rum has also been the location for many movie sets. Average airfare for summer travel from the US to Jordan is $1,216*.

By consistently monitoring travel trends, CheapOair’s mission is to educate and aid consumers and travel professionals in both planning their travel accommodations and staying current on the most popular destinations.

For more information, please visit www.CheapOair.com, www.cheapoair.com/mobile, or our social media pages, www.Facebook.com/CheapOair and https://twitter.com/cheapoair.

*Based on average roundtrip airfare for tickets booked on CheapOair as of 05/02/19 for travel departing from all US gateways 06/01/19 – 08/31/19.

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About CheapOair
CheapOair is an online travel agency that specializes in providing cheap flights and great last-minute flight deals for travelers worldwide. Consumers can book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone (1-646-738-4820) or live chat. Part of Fareportal’s family of travel brands, CheapOair bridges the gap between an online travel agency and a traditional agency with certified travel agents available to help find discount flight tickets to global destinations on over 450 airlines, a million hotels, and 100s of car rental companies. Follow CheapOair on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram , and Pinterest to learn how to travel the world for less.

Fareportal, the travel technology company powering CheapOair.com and OneTravel.com, has partnered with the financial technology company, Affirm, to allow customers to seamlessly pay for flights over time. This new feature gives customers greater access to travel by offering them a quick, simple, and transparent way to book travel now and pay over time in-line with their budget.

CheapOair and OneTravel customers can now apply at checkout for the option to pay in installments over a three-, six-, or 12-month period. Customers enter five simple pieces of information to check eligibility and a decision is made in real-time. Upon approval, customers are offered between 10% – 30% APR and can see exactly what they’ll pay on a monthly basis for each of the three term options available. For example, a $300 purchase at 10% APR spread out over three months would cost $101.69 per month.

“Travel purchases can be expensive whether you’re traveling across the country or across the world,” said Sam S. Jain, Founder and CEO at Fareportal. “We strive to be the most affordable travel booking option and we are pleased that our new partnership with Affirm will give our customers a simple payment option to make higher-priced transactions more manageable.”

“While travel is fun and exciting, many consumers want the ability to spread out the cost of a trip over time rather than part ways with the total cost upfront,” said Max Levchin, Founder and CEO at Affirm. “Affirm gives Fareportal’s customers the ability to spread costs out over time without hidden fees or compounding interest and provides travelers with the confidence that they can afford it.”

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About Fareportal
Fareportal is a travel technology company powering a next-generation travel concierge service. Utilizing its innovative technology and company-owned and operated global contact centers, Fareportal has built strong industry partnerships providing customers access to over 600 airlines, 1 million hotels, and hundreds of car rental companies around the globe. With a portfolio of consumer travel brands including CheapOair and OneTravel, Fareportal enables consumers to book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone, or live chat.

About Affirm
Affirm was founded with a goal to create honest financial products and services that empower consumers and improve lives. Our goal is to revolutionize the banking industry to be more accountable and accessible to consumers. Today, Affirm provides millions of shoppers an alternative to traditional credit cards at the point of sale, giving them the flexibility to buy now and make simple monthly payments for their purchases. Unlike payment options that have compounding interest and unexpected costs, Affirm shows customers upfront exactly what they’ll pay each month — with no hidden fees and no surprises. Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants to give shoppers the option to pay with Affirm at checkout including well-known brands across retail including home furnishings, travel, personal fitness, electronics, apparel and beauty, and more. Loans are made in partnership with Affirm’s originating bank partner Cross River Bank, a New Jersey State Chartered Commercial Bank, Member FDIC.

The first wave of family spring break has come to an end, but students from major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. are getting ready for their recesses at the end of April. CheapOair®, an online travel agency and leading provider of cheap flights, has analyzed the latest travel trends to determine the top destinations for elementary, middle, and high school families with spring break in April¹.

Florida continues to dominate this year’s domestic travel list for family spring breakers with Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale, and Tampa claiming the first three spots. Miami and Fort Myers also made it into the top ten.  Internationally, Mexico and the Caribbean hold a strong presence, pushing out the European destinations that were popular with families during the March spring break period.

“For April travel, we are seeing many of the traditional spring break spots resurface, particularly among our international top ten destinations,” said Tom Spagnola, SVP of Supplier Relations at CheapOair. “As summer nears, we’re seeing an increase in airfares to Europe which has changed the options available for budget-conscious families traveling at the end of April.”

In April, average domestic airfare this year is $423 while international airfare is averaging around $570. The cheapest domestic destination is Tampa, FL with an airfare of $334. Internationally, Cancun is the cheapest of the international destinations with an average airfare of $486.

By consistently monitoring travel trends, CheapOair’s mission is to educate and aid consumers and travel professionals in both planning their travel accommodations and staying current on the most popular destinations.

For more information, please visit www.CheapOair.com, www.cheapoair.com/mobile, or our social media pages, www.Facebook.com/CheapOair and https://twitter.com/cheapoair.

¹Family spring break data for March 2019 released on March 6, 2019.

² Based on passenger groups traveling domestically in the US departing 4/12/19 – 4/16/19 or 4/19/19 – 4/23/19 and returning 4/17/19 – 4/21/19 or 4/24/19 – 4/28/19.

³ Based on average roundtrip airfare departing from US gateways departing 4/12/19 – 4/16/19 or 4/19/19 – 4/23/19 and returning 4/17/19 – 4/21/19 or 4/24/19 – 4/28/19.

⁴ Based on passenger groups traveling internationally from the US departing 4/12/19 – 4/16/19 or 4/19/19 – 4/23/19 and returning 4/17/19 – 4/21/19 or 4/24/19 – 4/28/19.

*Passenger groups defined as bookings with 3-5 passengers.

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About CheapOair
CheapOair is an online travel agency that specializes in providing cheap flights and great last-minute flight deals for travelers worldwide. Consumers can book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone (1-646-738-4820) or live chat. Part of Fareportal’s family of travel brands, CheapOair bridges the gap between an online travel agency and a traditional agency with certified travel agents available to help find discount flight tickets to global destinations on over 450 airlines, a million hotels, and 100s of car rental companies. Follow CheapOair on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram , and Pinterest to learn how to travel the world for less.

The Jain family will be recognized for their continued support of the Children’s Medical Center’s Child Life Program

Sam S. Jain, the Founder and CEO of Fareportal, along with his wife Vera Jain are set to be honored on March 21, 2019 at the 22^nd Annual “A Cause to Celebrate” fundraiser benefiting the Child Life Program at NYU Winthrop Hospital’s Children’s Medical Center.

The Child Life Program provides hospitalized children and their families with the assistance of certified Child Life Specialists who work to ease the fear and anxiety of hospitalization by helping pediatric patients to better understand their medical treatments.

“As a parent, I understand how the complexities of a hospital stay can cause confusion for the whole family,” said Mrs. Jain. “Child Life Specialists are incredibly helpful, stepping in to assist during stressful times when there’s an inability to think straight.”

The Jains are dedicated benefactors of the NYU Winthrop Hospital community and are long-time supporters of both the Children’s Medical Center as well as the Emergency Medicine program. As immigrants, both Mr. and Mrs. Jain are advocates for having quality medical care available to all patients in need.

“We wanted to be involved with the community – and NYU Winthrop’s Hempstead Pediatric Clinic is an excellent venue through which we can contribute,” said Mr. Jain. “As a family of immigrants, the clinic is close to our hearts since it provides care to many under served immigrant populations.”

Mr. Jain has carried his personal passion for philanthropy over into his travel technology company, Fareportal. The company has a longstanding commitment to helping communities in need through charitable donations and volunteer work.

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About Fareportal
Fareportal is a travel technology company powering a next generation travel concierge service. Utilizing its innovative technology and company owned and operated global contact centers, Fareportal has built strong industry partnerships providing customers access to over 450 airlines, 1 million hotels, and hundreds of car rental companies around the globe. With a portfolio of consumer travel brands including CheapOair and OneTravel, Fareportal enables consumers to book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone, or live chat.