Trends Dominating the Travel World in 2013
Travel Trends to Watch When it comes to traveling, this year was all about creating unique experiences. Here’s a look at the trends dominating the travel industry this year, according to Virtuoso. (Reuters)
Trend: Private Residences According to travel network Virtuoso, private residences and villas continue to increase in popularity for lodging options, with the spirit of ‘living like a local’ also picking up steam. (The K Club)
Trend: Destinations Making News … and Why the Time to Go is Now Brazil - home of the 2014 World Cup – is a destination everyone is talking about, says Virtuoso. Rio de Janeiro voted No. 6 in the “Cities That Excite” list from Virtuoso’s “2013 Travel Dreams Survey.” (The Brazilian Tourism Board (Embratur))
Trend: ‘Culture Brought to Life’ Experiences Bringing art, television, music and books into travel is a big trend, according to Virtuoso. Travelers can now experience the place or time period of their favorite artists or characters. (Danika Communications)
Trend: Health and Wellness Travel Interest in improving health and remaining physically active, while on holiday has only continued to increase, the Virtuoso team points out. Companies are rolling out a series of new spa offerings, hypoallergenic rooms, and bespoke healing plans based on systems of health and longevity. (Hotel Metropole)
Trend: ‘Special Interest’ Travel Finding what interests you and then deciding your destination is important, says the Virtuoso team. “Travel is deeply personal. Travelers more than ever can connect to a given destination by exploring their passions and interests.” (IsramWorld)
Trend: Living Like a Local … Only Better Locals know the best places to shop and where to find the top restaurants serving local food, and Virtuoso says hotels are catering to guests’ adventurous sides and providing them with authentic and localized experiences. (Rocco Forte Brown’s Hotel)