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]]>Dupe Destinations
The concept of “dupe destinations,” or affordable alternatives to tourism hotspots that offer a similar feel, has been gaining traction over the last year or so, and in 2024, it’s predicted to be more popular than ever. Beyond being less expensive, many dupe destinations are also less crowded than their original counterparts due to their relative lack of tourists. For example, the Greek island of Paros as a quieter alternative to Santorini.
(@daniela__pll)Domestic Tourism
Between rising costs and restrictive work schedules, it’s not always possible to take an extended vacation to a faraway destination, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still plan a fabulous getaway in your own backyard. There’s no shame in staying local for your next vacation—in fact, travel search engine Kayak has even reported that the cost of domestic flights, hotels, and car rentals are all down from last year, while the same expenses for international travel are all up.
AI Planning
Travel planning may not necessarily be the most obvious use for ChatGPT, but since it was released in November 2022, many have found it to be surprisingly adept at creating personalized vacation itineraries. If you’d like to plan a trip but aren’t sure where to start, or just want to learn more about some under-the-radar attractions in your destination, consider turning to AI programs for input. Just be sure to check with another source that information about its recommendations is accurate.
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]]>All-Inclusive Travel
According to Pinterest, 2022 will be all about embarking on trips where we can simply sit back and relax, without a worry in the world. All-inclusive travel is going stronger than ever, with lavish resorts experiencing a huge rise in popularity, especially the ones located in the US Virgin Islands.
After Hours
If you only tend to explore new cities by day, you should consider changing your ways in 2022. Pinterest users are going crazy for nighttime adventures, from midnight road trips, hitting the beach at night, and taking photos of city lights.
Lake Adventures
“Lake it ‘till you make it” should be your new mantra in 2022. You don’t have to book a holiday at a lavish sea resort to enjoy it because lakes will have their moment in the sun next year. Lakeside resorts, homes, and pontoon boats are all the rage on Pinterest and you can also look for inspiration for your next lake outfit.
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]]>Trip stacking, at least, definitely is. Here’s what you should know about it.
Trip stacking refers to the practice of buying two (or more trips) over the same time period in case one of them falls through. The idea is that you will travel during a certain time one way or another, even if one trip gets canceled because of Coronavirus considerations.
It’s something that is generally limited only to the people who can afford to lose out on a whole trip and not miss the money, but it’s actually possible to do it even as a budget traveler.
See, with many airlines reintroducing flexibility of changing flights or getting refunds as the pandemic stretches on and on, you can more or less assume that you’ll be able to move your second trip to a future date if neither of the two you booked fall through.
That being said, this is definitely a risky move to make and requires a strong familiarity with your airline’s policies, as well as a high comfort level with risk. So is trip stacking something you are thinking of trying out this fall?
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]]>Florida
For Americans interested in traveling but limited in their ability to travel abroad due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Florida has proven to be an incredibly popular destination. It’s especially appealing for people who want to extend their sense of summer fun into late summer and fall, as the Florida weather stays beachy well into October and even November.
Vacation Homes
Another huge trend right now in domestic travel is renting vacation homes such as beach rentals and cabins. This is because people are eager to spend time with family and close friends after so much time apart, and the privacy of a vacation home is perfect for reconnecting with loved ones. Plus, with many offering spacious kitchens, barbecue facilities, and game rooms, vacation homes are a great choice for big families who want to cook and play and enjoy time together in a way they can’t quite do when staying in a hotel.
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]]>More Airline Flexibility
Postponing and canceling trips used to be really difficult and expensive, but many airlines have gotten rid of change fees for most tickets. However, cheap tickets and economy passenger ones still may have change fees. You may also have to pay the difference between the cost of your original flight and the new one.
Breakfast and Buffets Have Changed
For a while, breakfast and buffets disappeared, but now they’re coming back and they’re a bit different. At more expensive hotels, they’re back, but the food stations are staffed by people who plate the food for you and no guest touches the utensils or the food.
Your Hotel Room Won’t Automatically Be Cleaned Daily
Before the pandemic, many hotels encouraged you not to have your towels and sheets changed daily to be more eco-friendly. Now, hotels may not be able to clean every room daily because of staffing shortages. Also, you may not want people in your room unnecessarily.
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]]>The Reason For It
From the looks of things, people are planning shorter trips and domestic vacations centered around visiting family. Which makes sense, as over the past year and a bit, it’s been hard to connect with family that live far away and to travel with family. With things opening back up, family vacations and family reunions are expected to become even more popular and it’s what people are most looking forward to.
Together Again
Summer 2021 will be “the season of family reunions” according to Travelocity. Over the coronavirus pandemic, people have missed reconnecting with family. According to a survey from the site, the most common vacation plans this summer are visiting family, hitting the beach, taking a road trip, sneaking in a weekend getaway, and an international trip. People were more excited about visiting family than booking a beach or international vacation.
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]]>As countries gradually begin to open up and people start to travel a bit more, this digital trend is making itself felt when it comes to paying while traveling.
In all facets of travel, it is now becoming less and less likely to touch any sort of object from your wallet, whether it be cash or a credit card, to pay for any sort of thing you buy.
Most smartphones now offer mobile apps that allow you to pay with your cell phone without having to touch any sort of credit card terminal to enter a PIN number or any sort of information that would require you to touch anything but your phone.
Not only is this sort of application now used more and more by travelers at restaurants and shops, but this trend is also reaching airline and train travel, hotel stays, and other more expensive transactions as well.
It is more common than ever to never physically exchange money in exchange for tickets or accommodations thanks to apps that allow you to book and pay from your own mobile phone without ever having to do anything upon arrival.
Not only is this trend convenient, but it is also necessary when we think about public health. Expect contactless payment to continue to be a travel staple for many years to come.
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]]>Fortunately, there is a new trend which is beginning to sweep through airports all over the world: sleep pods!
While it is impractical to put hotel rooms inside most airport terminals and doesn’t make sense for customers to rent rooms for layovers during the day that last several hours, sleep pods can fill a crucial need for those who want to rest during a reduced period of time.
Airports around the world have begun to see companies install sleep pods, which are essentially a special “capsule” in which travelers are afforded privacy, darkness, and a place to rest.
Usually available for rental by the hour, some time in a sleep pod can be a very worthwhile investment if you need to take a nap and catch up on a bit or energy while waiting for your next flight.
You’ll be surprised at how comfortable they are and how easy they are to use despite how strange they appear at first glance!
Would you be willing to give a sleep pod a try on your next long layover?
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]]>The Second Half
Nearly half of the global travelers are planning to travel internationally this year, but most of them still haven’t booked their trips because they’re planning them for the second half of 2021.
Vaccine Roll-Out
Tripadvisor predicts that vaccinations will impact people’s confidence to travel, with more than three-quarters of travelers saying they’ll be more likely to travel abroad if they receive a vaccine.
Domestic Travel
International tourism will be on the rise in 2021 when compared to the last year, but domestic vacations are still going strong with three-quarters of travelers planning to embark on one.
The Joy of Planning
The majority of travelers say they will spend more time choosing their travel destination this year, probably due to the lack of travel last year that made them appreciate it more.
Dining Out
Travelers are looking forward to dining out again and discovering the cuisine of foreign countries, but takeout meals aren’t going anywhere, with a quarter of respondents planning to order them.
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]]>Pilgrimage is the oldest travel form but it’s getting popular again thanks to some of its numerous benefits. Pilgrimage is a journey with a lot of meaning, which makes it different from some other types of travel. In the past, it meant people were leaving their original communities for religious or other reasons, either as individuals or in groups. The focus is on the meaning or the transformation that the traveler goes through.
After a year of disconnection, many people will want to go on journeys that will bring them new experiences and benefit their mental health. Pilgrimage is one way to make new connections with people, and it’s likely that more travelers than before will enjoy trips to explore nature. Connecting with nature through pilgrimage is a great way to get more meaning out of life.
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