Planning a trip in 2018? Check out one of these 5 travel trends on the rise to give your next adventure a little panache.
Glamping
Glamping is the perfect compromise between the desire to experience the great outdoors to the fullest, while camping under the stars in comfort and style. Glamping in an eco-friendly yurt or a cabin has become extremely popular for travelers as they have modern comforts and conveniences. Bisesto predicts that this trend will continue to rise citing, “a luxurious feeling of exclusivity that you can’t find with other accommodations,” making it an attractive option instead of hotels.
Solo Travel
Bisesto explains, “Traveling solo is on the rise, especially for women. Going on an adventure by yourself can give you incredible opportunities that wouldn’t be possible if you were traveling with a companion. You’ll learn to embrace new cultures more personally, make friends outside of your comfort zone, and discover how independent and self-sufficient you really are.”
Heritage Travel
Bisesto explains, “With companies like 23andMe making it easier than ever for people to do DNA tests at home, more people are interested in identifying their roots and exploring the places they came from.” She recommends planning heritage trips around cultural celebrations and festivals where archaeological cites and monuments will be hosting events.
Train Travel
Travelers are becoming more creative with their travel options and foregoing traditional airfare and cruises. Bisesto says, “As more Americans learn how to optimize their vacation days, opportunities to travel at a slower pace become more common. Train travel used to be a thing of the past primarily geared toward well-to-do travelers. Today, more and more options are available in many countries across many continents that allow tourists the chance to take in incredible views of different towns and stunning scenery from the comfort of their cabins.”
Double Destinations
“Even if people still might not have a lot of time off, we’re seeing Americans get more creative with their itineraries, booking trips that allow them to experience two destinations in one go. Imagine exploring the spice markets of Marrakesh before heading to metropolis Madrid for tapas, or relaxing in Santorini before conquering the ancient ruins of Athens — all on one vacation! Google Trends has reported a 32 percent increase in users searching for multiple cities or countries on one ticket in the last few years, which indicates that this trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.”
