The Future Of Travel Includes Beauty Voyagers & Nano Neighborhoods, According To New Trends
Tripadvisor is looking into a crystal ball, and what it’s seeing is that the future of travel includes beauty voyagers and nano neighborhoods. Don’t know what that is? Don’t worry, we’ll back up a bit.
Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel platform, recently launched its first ever Trendcast report, which explores the trends reshaping travel and predictions for the years ahead. The Trendcast is based on search, booking and behavioral data, and user generated content from the platform’s one billion+ reviews and contributions, and it’s using travel trends to map out the destinations, experiences, and motivations that are redefining the art of travel.
Hilary Fischer-Groban, Head of Research & Insights, Tripadvisor, stated:
The Tripadvisor Trendcast isn’t your typical yearly trends report – it’s a glimpse into the future of travel and the consumer behaviors that we believe will shape our industry in the years ahead. Exploring first-hand insights from millions of travelers across the globe has revealed interesting trends and massive cultural swings shaping travel.
From “beauty voyagers” scouring the globe for unique treatments, to those exploring “nano neighborhoods” one block at a time, the Trendcast serves as a roadmap for travelers seeking inspiration for their next vacation. These are the the top travel trends:
Beauty Voyagers
Mentions of skincare treatments are up 87% in Tripadvisor forums, and beauty bookings are up a staggering 400%, which can only mean one thing: this travel moment is all about self care and seeking out unique treatments you can only get in faraway places. As New Yorkers we know all about traveling for self care, what with all the fabulous wellness retreats near NYC!
Time Tripping
With many still working hybrid or totally remote, “work-cations” have become quite the norm, with travelers “looking to maximize experiences outside the 9-to-5.” Like, imagine your 5-to-9 looked something like exploring the Vatican or walking across frozen glaciers in Iceland rather than getting winded from your seven-story walk up! Tripadvisor searches for “open late” and “24-hours” have more than doubled over the last year (110%).
Written in the Stars
Have your cauldron handy? Tripadvisor searches for bookings containing words like “astrology,” “tarot” and “full moon” have gone up over 500% in the last two years. Looks like many travelers are interested in mystical, cosmic, and spiritual experiences, and they’re certainly willing to travel for them.
If this piques your interest, be sure to check out which three star signs were made for NYC.
Investigative Eating
Conversations around food sustainability are up 65%, and searches for farms and farmers markets are growing a whopping 1,400% faster than the broader food and drink experience category as people seek out more ethically sourced dining options on their travels. Looks like the future is all about farm-to-table!
Nano Neighborhoods
Rather than trying to cram their itineraries with plans, travelers are opting to ditch the typical tourist trails and take things at a slower pace, taking the time to fully explore specific neighborhoods one street at a time. Neighborhood attraction pages on Tripadvisor have grown 134% faster than the average for attractions.
If you’re interested in exploring specific neighborhoods one street at a time right here in NYC, check out some of our neighborhood guides:
Solo Social
As it turns out, solo travel doesn’t actually have to be solo–over one third (36%) of solo travelers said “meeting new people” was a primary motivation for their travels, and they’re also 60% more likely to mention “making friends” in their reviews. If you’re interested in turning your independent adventures into shared experiences, these are the five easiest European cities for expats to make friends, and if you’re looking for more than just a friend, these are the most popular countries for singles to passport to.
Ready to book your vacation? Lucky for us, one of the most convenient airports in the U.S. is right here in NYC, aaand the U.S. passport is one of the world’s most powerful!
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