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

August 28, 2024164 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%...

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Package deals make a comeback as sun seekers count the cost

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August 20, 2024158 Views

Sun seekers are turning to package holidays in Europe as soaring hotel and flight prices revive demand for the all-inclusive deals that had fallen from favour, bolstering the balance sheets of some travel companies. The combination of a cost-of-living crisis and disruption from strikes and glitches has added to the appeal of a fixed-price package without unexpected add-on costs and easier redress when things go wrong. After years of travellers using the internet to compile their own itineraries, travel analysts say a trend of buying a ready-made package that began last year has accelerated this summer, the busiest for travel since the pandemic. FILE PHOTO: People cool off at the Mediterranean Sea on La Malagueta beach on a hot summer day in Malaga, Spain, July 27, 2024. REUTERS/J...

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Shhh, I’m on vacation. Travelers are on a quest for the quiet

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April 8, 2024328 Views

At home in the New York City suburbs, Oscar Sandoval has lots of friends and an active social life. But when it’s time for vacation, he prefers to keep it quiet. Like, literally. Sandoval began practicing Zen Buddhism a few years back, and has been on silent retreats to Buddhist monasteries around San Francisco and elsewhere. He’d stroll, sit, do some gardening and generally contemplate life for a week. More recently, he’s done solo backpacking trips across Spain. “The internal experience varies from times of very little thinking to periods of many thoughts or songs playing in my head,” he says. “The utter peace and stillness is impossible to put into words.” This photo provided by Black Tomato shows an Icelandic Glacier on a hiking trek. (Black Tomato via AP) Travel journalis...

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Northern Lights are the most sought-after experience of 2024

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February 1, 2024535 Views

Expedia data reveals the trend, as Aurora Borealis visibility peaks # Nearly half travelers dream of aurora chasing this year, eclipsing other experiences # Canada, Finland and Norway boast the most popular destinations for aurora hunters This year's hotspots are looking a whole lot cooler with the rise of Northern Lights tourism, spurred by reports that the astronomical phenomenon will be extraordinarily visible in 2024. According to a survey commissioned by Expedia, nearly half (42%) of Americans will prioritize aurora chasing in the year ahead over other bucket list experiences. Traveling to see the Northern Lights is more in-demand than a visit to Egypt's pyramids (36%) or a walk along the Great Wall of China (33%). Expedia searches are skyrocketing for winter trips to Nort...

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Adventure, cruise and solo travel are the latest trends

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January 20, 2024527 Views

Adventurous destinations and specialty cruises are among the latest travel trends for 2024. Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T.), the leader in personalized small group and solo travel for Americans ages 50 and older, announced the top three travel trends for the year ahead. "Our mission has always been to change people's lives through travel," said Brian FitzGerald, Chief Executive Officer of O.A.T. "We're seeing more and more travelers seeking unfamiliar destinations, places where they can make deeper cultural connections, witness relatively untouched landscapes, and experience the world in a more immersive and meaningful way." Top 3 Trends for 2024: 1. Adventurous destinations –Today's travelers are more active and seeking out destinations where they have opportunities to t...

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Embarking on 2024: Top travel trends revealed

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December 30, 2023451 Views

AI revolution, and sustainable journeys take centre stage As the sun sets on 2023, Trip.com Group, a global leader in online travel services, reflects on the dynamic landscape of travel over the past year, offering insights into the trends set to shape the journey in 2024. AI takes centre stage in predictive planning for 2024 As we venture in 2024, the travel landscape is undergoing a paradigm shift, driven by the widespread integration of AI. Leading this transformative change is TripGenie, an advanced AI travel assistant that is integrated into the Trip.com mobile app. Leveraging cutting-edge large language model technologies, TripGenie, launched in 2023, has evolved into a personalised travel companion. It is reshaping the way we plan our journeys, from crafting bespoke iti...

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Weekend culture among factors driving the online travel market

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December 23, 2023562 Views

China powers the future of online travel industry, emerging as the most lucrative market The projected size of the Online Travel market is expected to reach US$ 1.56 trillion by 2030, rising at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12.99% during the period from 2023 to 2030. The global online travel industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by seamless flight and hotel bookings, increased customer confidence in online payments, and the ability to compare various travel options. Market players are actively offering travel services through mobile websites and apps, catering to the preferences of younger professionals who favor these mediums for their travel bookings. In 2022, the Travel and Tourism Council contributed 7.6% to the global GDP, marking a 22% increase from...

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4 biggest travel trends to expect next year

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December 1, 2023688 Views

Squaremouth predicts the 2024 travel outlook This year has been a challenging one for travelers, featuring passport delays, pilot strikes, natural disasters, and other uncommon disruptions. Looking ahead into the new year, Squaremouth, the US based leading travel insurance marketplace, reveals their predictions of the most notable travel trends to expect in 2024, and shares tips for travelers planning their trips. 1. 2024 will be the most expensive year on record for travelers Travelers have seen an increase in travel prices for the past three years running. The average international trip cost in 2023 is $6,574, up 21% from last year, and 30% from 2021. Data indicates this trend shows no signs of stopping, and many travelers share this same sentiment and expect to spend...

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Fall 2023 sees HamacLand on the rise

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November 23, 2023877 Views

Things have moved fast this year for the exciting HamacLand concept, now established across 3 continents, 5 oceans and 12 countries, including 7 island groups. It has a presence at Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide, 2 of the world’s top 5 hotel chains, and leading hotel groups like Anantara, Four Seasons, Jumeirah, Soneva, and Excellence Resorts. HamacLand Concept SAS already has clients and returning clients in the Bahamas, Maldives, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, St. Kitts and Nevis, Seychelles, and Turk and Caicos Islands. Now they have made a big splash with a brand-new redesigned HamacLand, which has brought in its wake new clients in the USA, Jamaica, Saudi Arabia and the Cayman Islands. What's the HamacLand USP? It's a yacht-built floating lounge & hammo...

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Making the perfect trip just a click away

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November 14, 2023565 Views

AI leads a technologically empowered future for tourism After a challenging few years for the tourism industry, there is a revitalized appetite for global travel, coinciding with a paradigm shift in technology marked by rapidly accelerating connectivity and innovation in AI and data. In this dynamic digital landscape, consumers are demanding more personalized and streamlined services to help them make informed travel decisions amidst the information overload. Travel service providers, armed with the latest technological developments, are now more equipped than ever to meet these demands. Trip.com continues to lead in creating a simplified and hassle-free user experience, offering personalized information at users' fingertips, empowered by AI-led capabilities and innovative content mark...