Planning your next getaway? Check out these incredible travel trends for women in 2019 before you book that next trip!
Going Back To Your Roots
23andMe and Ancestry.com has everybody diving into their DNA and genealogy. It’s no surprise that 2019 will be year that people will be exploring their heritage and roots up close by visiting the places where their parents, grand-parents, great-grandparents and beyond grew up. Travelers are looking to connect to their backgrounds and learn more about their cultures while seeing something new.
Choosing a destination is easy! Pick a part of your heritage and plan a trip! You may even meet a cousin along the way.
Bucket List Destinations
Bucket List trips are still going strong into 2019! This is the year that you’ll want to pick a few destinations and check off a few boxes on your bucket list along the way. Embarking on a bucket list trip is a fantastic way to take charge of your desires and do the things you’ve always wanted to!
Take out your bucket list (or create one) and map out a plan of sites you want to see, places you want to visit, food you want to eat, and one of a kind experiences you want to grab a hold of! The sky’s the limit!
Wild Road Trips
Road trips allow you to take control of your vacation! You can stop wherever you’d like, take adventurous detours and discover new places all on your own terms. You can plan a precise path, or go with the flow! Choose a road trip close to home or drive around in a new territory. The Isle of Skye in Scotland, The Balkans and New Zealand are excellent destinations to travel by car. The Faroe Islands are mostly untouched, making it a moody, romantic area to explore on the road.
Traveling for Empowerment
Imagine a vacation where you’re solely focused on helping other women and empowering them. This year is all about women teaming up with foundations that support women and help them to get jobs. A representative for G Travel says, “More women are looking to learn a bit about the traditional, artisanal talents and crafts of women from other cultures when they enjoy vacation, and, thanks to the rise of awareness about economic inequalities around the world, they’re looking for ways to support other women’s businesses while traveling,”
Culinary Travels
Foodie destinations are becoming increasingly popular for 2019. One of the best ways to experience the culture in another country is to indulge in the food! Culinary destinations are also steadily rising as a great way to connect to other cultures.
Head to Tennessee for biscuits, Japan for sushi, Peru for chicharon or Slovenia for some killer pumpkin soup!
Beach Destinations
The beach is often at the top of everyone’s travel list, however, 2019 is the year that women will ditch all-inclusive, luxury resorts for beaches that offer adventures and exciting new sites.
Head to Kauai for hiking along the coast or Tulum, Mexico, where you’ll dive into majestic caves, and take in the sunshine in Philippines after an afternoon of whale watching.
Wellness Travel
Checking into a spa for a day or the weekend for a mini retreat is a great way to unwind — but consider a solid wellness week at a wellness resort! You can allow the resort to take care of every detail or you can arrange every single self-care detail yourself. 2019 is the year that women are investing in themselves and taking care of their needs through restorative travel. Use a wellness spa or retreat to help you restore, reconnect and revitalize your energy!
If you’re the type of person who loves yoga, you can choose a destination that is all about yoga in places like Thailand, Costa Rica or Panama. Arizona is a fabulous location for developing or reconnecting to a spiritual practice, and Miami offers fabulous destinations for weight loss and healthy living.
Coworking and Living Abroad
Work remotely? Spend a month (or two) living abroad in a coworking and coliving space while you make a living! If your employer is flexible and you work remotely, take your work on the road and spend a month living in a place you’ve always wanted to explore. This option allows you to submerge yourself in the culture, experiences and people of a place that you’ve always wanted to learn more about.
Check out Selina for co-living and co-working spaces in South America, Roam if you’re curious about San Francisco, or Outpost that allows you to setup home in a jungle in Ubud.
Learning New Skills
Going on a vacation is all about relaxing and taking it easy – but what about choosing a destination where you can learn something new? Step outside the box, broaden your horizons, and learn a new skill while you’re globe trotting. Travelers are looking to be proactive and engaging in their surroundings in 2019. A number of travelers have chosen to pick up a new skill while they’re traveling.
Take a sushi making class in Japan, learn to surf in Oahu, take a wine making class in Italy, or enroll in farm school in Austria!
Rich Cultural Experiences
TourRadar says that culture packed vacations are at the top of the list of vacation trends for women in 2019. Absorb the culture and merge with authentic experiences, by avoiding tourist destinations. Instead, choose to stay in guesthouses, dining local, and soaking up as much history and culture as you can during your trip.
