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A thriving winter season sparked by holiday celebrations and seasonal joy

November 13, 2024262 Views

2024 Tripadvisor Winter Travel Index ranks Cancun as most favoured international destination More than half of Americans (57%) are preparing for winter travel, with 96% of them planning to travel as much or even more than last winter, according to Tripadvisor's Winter Travel Index released this week. Seasonal data from the world's largest travel guidance platform shows the majority (91%) will embark on trips for specific seasonal celebrations, such as winter festivals and activities, typically spending between 3 to 7 nights away from home to fully embrace the holiday cheer. Tripadvisor's Winter Travel Index also spotlights the most traveled winter destinations for 2024, with New York City ranking number one for US domestic travelers and Cancun as the top choice f...

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Travel disruptions, rising costs are becoming a big challenge

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November 7, 2024247 Views

From historic hurricanes, growing anti-tourism sentiments, frequent travel disruptions and ever-rising trip costs, 2024 has been a challenging year for travelers. Looking ahead into the new year, Squaremouth, the leading travel insurance marketplace US, reveals their top 3 biggest travel predictions for 2025. 1. As trip costs climb, interest in travel will continue to decline Travelers have seen increasing travel prices for the past 4 years running. The average international trip cost for 2025 is $9,922, up 11% from 2024, 16% from 2023 and 32% from 2022. Data indicates this trend shows no signs of stopping, and many travelers may be cutting back on travel due to these rising costs. 2. Travellers will opt to head north and west While overall interest in international travel...

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Family vacations and bucket list trips top priorities

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November 3, 2024251 Views

2025 Travel Trends With the 2025 travel season right around the corner, Squaremouth.com, leading travel insurance marketplace in US, is taking stock of what types of trips travelers are spending their money on. A recent Squaremouth survey that polled more than 1,000 travel insurance customers revealed what trip types are soaring in 2025, and which ones are sinking. Putting family first It's all about family going into the 2025 travel season. 47% of travelers are opting for multigenerational or family trips in 2025, surpassing all other types of group trips and up 17% over 2024. Friend group travel is the second most common type of trip for 2025 travelers at 20%, down 3% from 2024. Solo travel is rapidly losing popularity going into next year, with only 12% of travelers intere...

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UNPACK ’25: The trends in travel for coming year

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October 20, 2024313 Views

Detour Destinations, a new All-Inclusive Era and JOMO Travel are driving next year’s travel plans Expedia Group unveiled Unpack ’25, the annual data-driven outlook for what’s motivating travelers and where they will go next year. Expedia Group analyzed first-party travel data, insights from 25,000 travelers, and the latest industry innovation to “unpack” the eight noteworthy travel trends for 2025 that include Detour Destinations, JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) Travel and One-Click Trips, which will take travelers from looking at their next trip on Instagram to booking it. “Expedia Group continuously works to blend technology with travel, making journeys simpler and more enjoyable. The Unpack report is our opportunity to reflect on what travelers are seeking and how our partners ...

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Travelers are spending big this holiday season

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October 19, 2024296 Views

Sojern, the leading digital marketing platform built for travel, has shared its latest travel data ahead of the holiday season and beyond. Travelers are eager to hit the road or skies, but economic concerns and inflation are widening the wealth gap. Compared to 2023, more consumers are opting for road trips over air travel, if they're traveling at all. Sojern data shows upscale and luxury hotel prices have risen by 1.7% and 1.4%, while economy lodging remains steady, reflecting growing demand for higher-end accommodations. "Unlike the pandemic where travelers chose less crowded destinations, those who are traveling are going back to more popular and expensive cities–and they're willing to pay a premium," said Noreen Henry, Chief Revenue Officer at Sojern. "We saw this with Taylor Swift...

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Business travel set to surpass pre-pandemic levels

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October 10, 2024288 Views

Will reach a record US$1.5 trillion in 2024, WTTC report says A new report from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed that business travel is set to surpass pre-pandemic levels this year, faster than previously predicted, to reach a record US$1.5TN. The rise of remote working during the pandemic had a disproportionate effect on corporate travel, compared to leisure travel, with virtual platforms replacing face-to-face meetings. Last year, leisure travel was just 2.9% behind the 2019 peak, whilst business travel continued to struggle, remaining 5.4% behind. But as business leaders re-emphasised the importance of face-to-face interaction, business travel is now back and is set to exceed 2019 levels by an impressive 6.2% to reach the new US$1.5TN record. ...

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US remains the World’s most powerful travel & tourism market

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September 6, 2024285 Views

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its 2024 Economic Impact Trends Report, which has revealed the U.S. as the world’s most powerful Travel & Tourism market, contributing a record-breaking $2.36 TN to the nation’s economy last year. Despite the slow return of spending from international travellers, the U.S. keeps pole position, with almost double the economic contribution of its nearest rival. Following a record-breaking year for Travel & Tourism, the sector continues to be the backbone to many country economies, while supporting millions of jobs globally. Surfers walking along the shore in Cocoa Beach on Florida's Space Coast. The latest report from the global tourism body reveals China as the world’s second most powerful market with a GDP contr...

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Destination wedding trend is growing very fast in India

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September 6, 2024347 Views

Skyscanner collaborates with WeddingWire India, revealing a 13% growth in destination weddings 85% of respondents in India have had or are planning a destination wedding 66% of Indians are planning grand pre-wedding festivities to mark wedding milestone Goa tops the list of spots for Indian couples seeking a sun-soaked wedding celebration, followed by Dubai for its glitz Leading global travel app, Skyscanner, has unveiled its latest survey titled, “Destination ‘I Do’”, revealing a strong desire for destination weddings among Indians, with 85% of them either planning or have already had a destination wedding. Gen Z, in particular, is leading the charge, with 49% considering tying the knot at a stunning wedding destination, compared to 33% of Millenn...

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73% of Gen Z and Millennials prefer off-peak travel

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September 3, 2024380 Views

● 65% of Gen Z and Millennial users are under the age of 35, driving solo adventures and tech-savvy experiences. ● These travelers often choose destinations like the UAE, Vietnam, and Egypt, with solo travelers particularly drawn to Egypt, Azerbaijan, and Oman. Atlys, an online visa application platform released new insights into the travel behaviors of Gen Z and Millennials, shedding light on their influence on global tourism trends. According to the report, 73% of these travelers prefer off-peak times to avoid crowds and reduce costs. With 65% of Atlys' users under the age of 35 are driving solo adventures and tech-savvy experiences, it's clear that Gen Z and Millennials aren't just traveling, they're setting trends, leveraging technology to create personalized and smooth travel...

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Three-quarters of urban Indians plan to travel this festive season

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August 28, 2024306 Views

Domestic travel leading the way with Goa being the favourite destination Latest data from YouGov Surveys shows that three-quarters of urban Indians are planning to travel this festive season (between September and December), with millennials leading the trend (at 80%). Among those planning trips, 72% favour domestic travel. One in ten (9%) are leaning towards international destinations while 19% are considering both domestic and international options. For domestic travel, Goa tops the list at 35%, followed by Kerala at 26% and Himachal Pradesh at 24%. Internationally, the Middle East is the most popular choice at 46%, followed by Europe (35%) and Southeast Asia (34%). Half of those planning trips have identified potential destinations but have not yet booked (51%...