Being a digital nomad may be an ever-increasingly popular lifestyle, offering the opportunity to travel, achieve a better work-life balance, and take control over where, when, and how you work. However, there is one issue that is all too common amongst solo nomads: loneliness. If you’re not the extroverted, chatty type, in particular, some digital nomads may find themselves craving friendships and community - but struggling to build those relationships in a new country and culture. Team at MoneyTransfers.com decided to review some of the liveliest, most social and community-based locations around the world. We compared a total of 45 prominent digital nomad cities to find the ultimate ranking of the best cities in the world for lonely digital nomads. FILE PHOTO: Tourists visit the...
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The number of destinations offering Digital Nomad Visas has risen significantly over recent years, with almost half now offering visas for at least one year. According to a new analysis by the World Tourism Organization covering 54 destinations, the rise in Digital Nomad Visas (DNVs) has gone hand-in-hand with an increase in digital nomads, with destinations in all regions working to meet the market trend. Destinations Welcoming Digital Nomads The UNWTO Brief examines the DNV programmes in seven areas: Application process, Duration of visa, Taxation, Insurance, Accommodation, Minimum income requirements and criminal records check. The brief looks at the background and current state of digital nomadism trends and provides an analysis of existing DNVs worldwide...
Read MoreSlotTracker.com has revealed that Paris is the top ‘old money’ hotspot in the world, with a mind-blowing 141,990,847 hashtags on Instagram – 15 times the number of hashtags for Bordeaux, the next French destination on the list. 'Old money’, also referred to as ‘quiet luxury’, is TikTok’s newest trend with over 2.5 billion views for #oldmoneyaesthetic. From Sophia Richie’s style to the show ‘Succession’, this trend exudes sophistication that is understated, subtle, and free from overt displays of wealth. Great evening view of Santorini island. Picturesque spring sunset on the famous Greek resort Fira, Greece, Europe. Traveling concept background. Artistic style post processed photo. Curious about the “old money” trend, SlotTracker.com wanted to unveil which destinations have perfe...
Read MoreBlooming this Spring: solo and duo travel, international trips, hills and beach getaways
Excitement about travelling international continues amongst Indian guests Indian guests are immersing themselves in the rich cultures of iconic European cities or escaping to the hills and beaches of India Iconic Cities, Amazing Pools and Beach getaways are the most booked Categories by Indian travelers during spring in 2023 Winter is almost over, and with temperatures starting to rise and the days getting longer, Indian travelers are already planning their spring break getaways. When it comes to locations, European cities, beach towns and hill stations are inciting wanderlust for Indian guests this spring (For both 2022 and 2023, “spring” bookings or searches on the Airbnb platform are defined as March 1 - April 30. Trends data in this report uses data from 2022 with chec...
Read MoreAirbnb Data also reveals that more people are travelling to iconic cities around the world International travel saw a strong recovery in 2022, a trend that should continue to rise in 2023 Benefiting local communities by travelling to off-the-beaten-path destinations, will further help in tourism recovery Domestically, Indians are exploring off-beat destinations in states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Meghalaya and Telangana Solo Travel was the most popular type of International travel by Indians followed by couple and family travel Airbnb has presented a round-up of key trends that have emerged in India and how travellers are embracing new forms of travel. New data based on internal Airbnb search data between Q1'22 - Q3'22 reveals that international travel saw a stron...
Read MoreWTTC and Trip.com Group global traveller report reveals shift towards sustainable travel “Demand for travel is now stronger than ever” says WTTC President & CEO Julia Simpson A major new report by World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group, together with Deloitte, reveals a heightened appetite for sustainable tourism amongst consumers, with 69% of travellers actively seeking sustainable travel options. In this follow-up report, WTTC joined forces again with leading global travel service provider, Trip.com Group and its major consumer brands Trip.com, Ctrip and Skyscanner, with additional data sourced from Deloitte, to analyse the trends that shaped the Travel & Tourism sector last year and will continue to do so over 2023. The Mont des Arts or Kunst...
Read MoreMetaverse operations, autonomous electric vehicles, and the digital economy set to transform the industry SITA’s Meet the Megatrends report Several powerful megatrends – from young, highly connected travelers to the arrival of electric air taxis – will exert an immense influence on air travel over the next decade, forcing industry, governments, and technology to adapt rapidly. This is according to “Meet the Megatrends,” a new report from SITA that examines 12 emerging technological, societal, traveler, and economic trends that will significantly morph the travel landscape by 2033. These megatrends do not exist in silos but operate in an evolving ecosystem where emerging technologies interconnect the trends and help drive them forward. Data is at the heart of this ecosystem....
Read More8 in 10 urban Indian families are considering an international cruise holiday in the next 12 months 79% of Indians surveyed want to vacation with their families 89% believe quality time with family and loved ones supports an overall sense of wellbeing Family travel goals have taken on an all-new meaning, with Indian families seeking to make up for lost time with new and exciting experiences to strengthen their bond and enjoy each other’s company. The importance of close community and family bonds has emerged as vital to maintaining a sense of wellbeing among Indians, according to a recent survey conducted by Hansa Research on behalf of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the leading innovator in global cruise travel. FILE PHOTO: The Norwegian Getaway cruise ship is seen docked at M...
Read MoreOvercomes lengthy travel restrictions by boosting domestic travel # UK sees biggest drop in the global rankings # China and Germany hold onto second and third position The latest World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Economic Trends Report reveals the U.S. remains the world’s biggest and most powerful Travel & Tourism market. Its top ranking was reaffirmed, despite suffering long and damaging travel restrictions which did little to halt the spread of COVID-19 and only resulted in serious economic losses. However, while its number one position was retained, the U.S. Travel & Tourism sector’s contribution to the nation’s economy fell by US$700 billion in 2019, to just under US$1.3 trillion last year. Research by Oxford Economics for WTTC shows there has...
Read MoreCOVID-19 has spurred new consumer trends, says GlobalData In the luxury travel market, there has been an influx of consumer travel trends as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes a boom in private aviation services at the high end of the market, remote working from overseas locations and demand for private buyouts of large villas or boutique hotels, finds GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company’s latest report, ‘Luxury Travel Market Trend and Analysis of Traveller Types, Key Destinations, Challenges and Opportunities, 2022 Update’ reveals that as luxury travellers resume travelling both domestically and abroad in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, they may begin to seek experiences that are more immersive and more exceptional than in previous years. ...
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