A new report from Kayak.com is revealing the predicted travel trends that could dominate the next five years. One standout from the booking platform’s “What the Future Report” is “Vitamin T” — the “T” stands for travel — a concept that represents people vacationing for wellness experiences in hopes of extending their lifespans. “By 2030, ‘Vitamin T’ … Read more
Planning a sunny getaway? You might want to pack a mosquito net. Health experts are warning about an emerging threat making waves in popular vacation destinations, as cases of the Oropouche virus have been reported in US and Canadian travelers returning from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba and Peru. While much about the tropical disease remains … Read more
A viral trend has taken over social media showcasing a risky move made by many flight passengers. Travelers are participating in the “airport theory” trend by arriving at their gates 15 minutes prior to departure. A TikTok video shows a flyer setting a timer for 15 minutes as they walk toward security. The user, who was … Read more
Travelers have recently reported encountering “gate lice” and “seat squatters,” but there’s another controversial plane trend sparking fiery discussions on social media. Flyers are calling out fellow passengers who play music or watch videos out loud not using earbuds. In the “r/unitedairlines” Reddit forum, one flyer titled a post “Anti-headphones,” asking, “Do we have a term for … Read more
This tourism trend is giving nightlife a new meaning. “Noctourism” — the desire to “ditch the daylight crowds for midnight magic” — has been named a top travel trend for 2025, according to Booking.com. This new kind of popular tourism is about the desire to “ditch the daylight crowds for midnight magic.” waichi2013th – stock.adobe.com … Read more
This will send your anxiety soaring. A photo of an unassuming suitcase has “freaked out” travelers who are flying over the holidays — and it’s all thanks to a new, fictional movie. “If I see this at the airport I’m canceling my flight ASAP!!” an X user posted online alongside a photo of a black, … Read more
Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports, which are hiring local musicians and carefully curating playlists to help lighten travelers’ moods. London’s Heathrow Airport built a stage to showcase emerging British performers for the first time this summer. The program was so successful the airport hopes to bring it back in 2025. Nashville International … Read more
A major health alert has been issued after cases of measles were detected in two recent travelers who returned to Perth from Singapore. One return traveler arrived at Perth Airport on Singapore Airlines SQ225 on December 8 between 5.30am and 6.30am. The person visited several venues in the metro area while infected with measles between … Read more
And you thought your vacation horror story was bad. The “world’s unluckiest traveler” has been named in a new contest of calamities — put on by a travel insurance provider. The most sordid saga — involving skydiving and a friend being hauled out in a bodybag (but not necessarily in that order) — turns out to … Read more
Vacationers and short-term rentals using lockboxes in Italy will have to find a new way to check in after a new nationwide ban. This new security push now requires hosts to identify guests in person instead of remote verification as a result of the rampant tourism in the country. “At Airbnb we take security very … Read more
Budget carrier Frontier Airlines said Tuesday it will offer first-class-style seating to woo passengers willing to spend more. Frontier previously added more seats with extra leg room and business fares targeted at small companies. Other budget carriers have also been targeting higher fares. In August, Spirit Airlines began offering intra-Europe-style business-class seats with a guaranteed blocked middle seat, while Southwest Airlines said in July it planned to … Read more
Their airplanes might fly, but time does not. Looking for the most efficient airport experience possible during the stressful holiday travel rush? You might want to avoid Miami International Airport, where travelers waste the most overall time — a whopping 47.1 minutes — in the U.S., according to a survey by flight perk maximization site … Read more
Oh, Tannenbaum! Americans may still be recovering from Thanksgiving, but Christmas is already in full swing across the pond in Europe, where a festive array of seasonal markets have quickly become the focal point in city after city, from the Atlantic to the Adriatic. Extravagant decorations, traditional crafts, local and seasonal foods (and drinks, of … Read more
A TikTok video posted by an influencer has sparked a conversation in the comments section addressing how to travel with electronics. The woman said her new MacBook broke while on a flight after she stored it in the seat pocket in front of her. She said the person in front of her was reclining their … Read more
Millions of Americans are booking planes, trains and automobiles to gather around the table with their loved ones this holiday season. An estimated 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, the American Automobile Association predicts. That is an increase of 1.7 million people compared to … Read more
Don’t get prechecked by crooks. Experts are alerting travelers about the latest scheme that could steal your personal information and empty your bank accounts. Scammers are emailing frequent flyers about signing up for TSA PreCheck, an expedited screening program that assesses passengers’ risk before check-in, ahead of the hectic holiday travel season. Scammers are emailing … Read more
These airplane passengers are hitting the mini bottles — of skin care. The sky is the limit for this latest beauty trend as jet-setters and influencers alike are touting their in-flight skin care routines, including everything from serums to red light therapy, all for the sake of a hydrated mile-high journey. Ava Lee, CEO and … Read more
Jet-setters are sure to flip over this hot tip. Losing a bag while flying the friendly skies is an upset most travelers go above and beyond to avoid. While some tech-savvy globetrotters pack mini locator devices in their suitcases, hoping to quickly recover any lost luggage with the gadgets, others still prefer the tried-and-true method of inking … Read more
There’s a buzzword circulating on social media called “gatexiety,” otherwise known as “gate anxiety.” It’s when travelers continuously check their gate at the airport, even though it’s listed on the airline’s app. This nonclinical action is advisable, experts say, as checking your departure against airport monitors is a smart move since gates can change at … Read more
The British government has rolled out a new requirement for travelers hoping to visit the country. An “Electronic Travel Authorization” (ETA) has been implemented that digitizes tourists’ requests to visit the country while paying a fee of about $13. “Everyone wishing to travel to the UK – except British and Irish citizens – will need permission … Read more