Flight & Hotel deals

[Grandfit]

Are there any websites where I can put in my departure city, dates and then get a list of the best deals returned back to me?
I may be an idiot, but I'm always forced to add a destination. I am just looking for good deals...

[Richcoop]

There are a few websites out there that can help you find great travel deals. Some popular ones include Kayak, Skyscanner, and Expedia. You can input your departure city and dates without specifying a destination, and these sites will give you a list of the best deals for various locations.
Speaking of travel deals, have you ever been to QPAC in Brisbane, Australia? If you're planning a trip there, search for "hotels near qpac". I hope this helps with your travel planning and happy exploring!

[TyreseJohn]

I totally get where you're coming from! Sometimes you just want to get out and explore without having a specific destination in mind.

[Richcoop]

No worries, you're definitely not an idiot! The traditional booking websites usually do require a destination, but there are platforms designed exactly for what you're looking for.
I recently stumbled upon oldroyalpost.com, and it's been a game changer for me. While it's primarily known for its unique hotel experiences in historic buildings, they have a "deals" section that aggregates some of the best travel packages, including flights. What's cool is that you can enter your departure city and travel dates, and it'll give you a list of the best deals available without needing a specific destination.

[Richcoop]

If you haven't already, you might want to try Skyscanner's "Everywhere" option. It'll show you a list of deals from your departure city without requiring you to choose a destination. Kayak's "Explore" feature is pretty useful, too, as it focuses on your budget over a specific location.
And regarding hotels, there are some places that offer flexible searching as well. While I know it's not the same as flights, you might be able to find a hotel first and then look for flights to that city. Some hotel websites have a feature that allows you to search for the "best deals" or "accommodation near me," which can offer a good starting point for planning your trip.

[Clarerisa]

A lot of frequent travelers can get superb flight deals because of travel miles. Hotels provide good deals during the off-peak season.

[TyreseJohn]

A few sites actually let you keep it open-ended—Skyscanner’s ‘Everywhere’ feature is great for this. You just pop in your departure city and dates, and it gives you a list of destinations with the best prices. Kayak’s ‘Explore’ tool does something similar, letting you see what’s out there without locking into a specific place.
If you’re open to Europe, you might even find Cheap Business Class Tickets to Europe on some of these tools, which makes it way easier to snag a comfortable flight deal without having to overpay.