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Travel is different for everyone. We are inspired to travel by different things, choose different ideal destinations, prefer different modes of travel and lengths of stay, etc. It’s a very personal experience. And it’s gotten even more individualized in recent years. Since the pandemic, we’ve seen the increased popularity of QR code use, solo travel, entertainment-sparked vacations, incentive travel, traveling with pets, and more.
One popular new travel term is “set-jetting”: planning trips inspired by TV shows and movies. According to Expedia's Unpack '24 Trend Report, "more than half of travelers say they've researched or booked a trip to a destination after seeing it on a TV show or in a movie."
Here are some other new popular travel catchphrases:
Pay-cation: working from a vacation destination
Bleisure: mixing business and leisure travel
Dupes: more affordable alternatives to popular products
Tour Tourism: traveling to see a live music performance
In its 2024 Travel Predictions report, Booking.com states that "travel isn’t just an escape, but a catalyst for experiencing our best lives. … Travelers appreciate eco-friendly options and, even more so, app rewards for making sustainable decisions (60%). Authenticity is key, with 47% eager to connect with locals in less-traveled areas and 44% venturing into less touristy spots."
So, what is your travel style? How are you traveling differently since the pandemic? Have you discovered any great travel tips that you’d like to share with our TravelStorys™ community? If so, please post them on our socials with the hashtag #travelstorystravelstyle:
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