Do you dream of doing some more traveling but never get around to do it? Then 2018 is the year to do so.
We’ve combined some of the most popular travel trends of 2018 for you to choose from.
So if you’re looking for ideas, you came to the right place. Read on and start traveling.
1. Solo Travel
Solo travel saw an increase in popularity of 40 percent, which is why is one more and more travel companies are catering to solo travelers.
In 2018, more and more travelers are googling tips for solo travel than ever before. It will be a growing trend throughout the year.
With so many people traveling solo this year, it will be easier than ever before to find accommodations and things to do.
2. Eco-Friendly Hotels
Forget 5-star luxury hotels, in 2018 eco-friendly hotels are more popular than ever.
Eco-friendly hotels go hand in hand with the eco-friendly tourism movement. More and more travelers are interested in minimizing their carbon footprint when they travel.
This is why travelers choose eco-friendly hotels that are also doing their part to promote sustainability. When you choose an eco-friendly hotel, you learn about best practices for protecting the land and about the local ecosystem being impacted.
3. Long Weekends
It’s a fact Americans are awful at using their vacation days, 54% of employees didn’t use their vacation days in 2016.
With tight schedules and commitments, it might be difficult to do so, which is where long weekends come in.
Long weekends are easier to plan, cheaper, and provide a much-needed breather when you need to get away. Busy people find it easier to get away for a long weekend than plan a longer vacation.
4. Off the Beaten Path
While anyone can plan a vacation to major cities such as New York, Paris, London, or Rome, in 2018, it will be all about off the beaten path vacation.
Travelers in 2018 prefer to visit destinations that remain untouched and are unknown to the world.
This can be anything from national parks, local nature stops, or small towns in the middle of nowhere.
5. Vineyard Exploration
Who doesn’t love to explore to drink wine, eat, and spend time with friends? If this is what you enjoy, then you’ll love the vineyard vacation trend.
There are many options for exploring a vineyard. You can either do it in your backyard and search vineyards close to where you live, or adventure to a foreign country to do so.
6. Train Travel
Although we live in a time when we rely on airplanes to take us from point A to point B in no time, there’s something romantic and old world about traveling by train.
Train travel allows you to take in the beauty of everything around you while sitting back and enjoying the ride.
There are many train routes you can take all over the world. You can either choose to take a traditional train or maybe try one of Japan’s bullet trains.
7. Millenial Cruises
Although cruises are often associated with retirees and older people, the rules are changing in 2018.
Cruise lines are creating cruises geared towards millennials. These ships offer amenities and destinations for younger people to enjoy, not just casinos and shows.
And if millennials want to be even less traditional, they can always try an EDM cruise. Who wouldn’t want to be at a party on the ocean 24/7?
8. Movie Locations
If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones, then you understand the appeal of this next travel trend.
Movie and television fans are specifically traveling to certain destinations to catch some of the locations where their favorite movies were filmed.
If you’ve ever wanted to visit platform 9 and 3/4 in London in hopes of catching the Hogwarts Express, then you know what we’re talking about.
9. Female Travel
In 2018, you will see more and more women packing their bags and going on adventures by themselves.
Women have always been apprehensive about traveling by themselves, but some recent events have begun to empower them.
We saw a few movies come out in the last few years showed the journey of solo female travelers. Not to mention other empowering movements have given women the courage to go do it.
10. Glamping
Let’s face it, camping only sounds like a good idea, but once you realize you’ll be sleeping on the ground with no toilets or running water, you think about it twice.
If you’ve always wanted to go explore nature but are not fond of the idea of a tent, you need to try glamping.
This travel trend is more popular than ever. You will still get to be surrounded by nature but with hotel-like amenities.
11. Cuba
Since the tensions between the U.S and Cuba have lessened, more and more Americans are traveling to Cuba.
More and more airlines have started service to Cuba and people are booking their flights to this charming Island Nation.
12. Wellness Vacation
Let’s face it, we are all overworked and stressed, which is why in 2018, people are booking wellness vacations to take care of their health.
Some travelers choose to embrace their inner yogi and go for a yoga retreat.
If you don’t quite know your yoga poses, you can book a different type of wellness trip such as relaxing on a remote beach away from your phone and email or at a place where you can conquer hiking trails.
13. Digital Nomads
In 2018, people have decided to say goodbye to the cubicle and hello to the world. Becoming a digital nomad is more popular than ever before.
Travelers of all ages are taking in their skills and working from remote locations while living out of their suitcase.
If you have a skill that will allow you to work remotely, that is the first step for becoming a digital nomad.
Travel Trends to Try in 2018
If you think 2018 is your year to travel, then hopefully these trends will give you an idea where to start.
Whether you want to travel by yourself, enjoy a long weekend, or become a digital nomad, it’s all up to you.
Let us know which travel trends you enjoy the most in the comments.
