Flight prices are soaring as high as the planes, and hotels are pulling in huge nightly rates.

As an example, we took a closer look at Holland America Line’s summer sailings.

The line has serious markdowns this year because of the companys 150th anniversary.

The Holland America Line ms Westerdam sailing past Santorini

Courtesy of Holland America Line

Christina Bennett, head of communications at Priceline, agreed.

(Pricelines summer Mediterranean cruise deals start at $115 per person.)

Cruises are one of the best ways to travel at an affordable price right now, she said.

The Holland America Line ms Westerdam sailing past Santorini

Courtesy of Holland America Line

Note that a trip like this on land would take two additional days because of driving time.

So, do you want to be scheduled or spontaneous?

Let that guide your trip choice.

The spa on board the the Holland America Line ms Oosterdam

Courtesy of Holland America Line

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A Mediterranean dinner on board the the Holland America Line ms Oosterdam

Courtesy of Holland America Line

Shuffelboard on board the the Holland America Line ms Oosterdam

Courtesy of Holland America Line

The Explorer Lounge on board the the Holland America Line ms Oosterdam

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