A look at the world’s most powerful passports for 2024
An unprecedented six countries share the top spot with visa-free access to a record-breaking number of destinations on the 2024 Henley Passport Index, which is based on exclusive and official data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Four EU member states — France, Germany, Italy, and Spain — join Japan and Singapore in boasting the most powerful passports in the world, with their citizens able to […]
Affluent travellers will pay more for these 10 things
A new survey by Opinium Research for Kensington Tours reveals the habits of some of the world’s most affluent travellers. Using data provided by 400 adults, whose household income is above $250,000, shows that travellers in this demographic are inclined to pay extra for exclusive benefits, such as insider access to destinations, no waiting in […]
These are the top 10 places to go in 2024
With more people looking to travel to “traditional” destinations in a new way —think giving back, or exploring local cultures and making deeper connections— G Adventures has listed the most popular spots for 2024. G Adventures’ founder, Bruce Poon Tip, says travellers have changed over the past three years and are now looking for deeper, […]
Two thirds of Canadians are going off the beaten path for 2024
A new survey by British Airways reveals that one in five Canadians are planning to travel more than ever before in 2024. Notably the pandemic has made more than half of all Canadians want to travel more (58%). A third (33%) of Canadians plan to explore new destinations and tick places of their ‘must visit’ […]
Five trends upscale travellers are embracing for 2024
Global travel agency network Virtuoso says that its clients are prioritizing travel, despite inflation and global unrest. They remain insatiably curious and willing to pay for new experiences. These findings come from the company’s 2024 Virtuoso Luxe Report, which included input from 2,000 travel advisors who shared their extensive knowledge, professional experience and client requests to offer […]
Survey shows this is how most Canadians love to travel
A new Sunwing Vacations survey has unveiled how Canadians choose to maximize their time on vacation and define their vacation personas. More than one-quarter (27%) considering themselves “max relaxers” who like to lay low and relax while on vacation. Similarly, another quarter (28%) describe themselves as “reserved vacationers” who tend to keep to themself and/or their travelling […]
Despite rising costs, safari tourism continues to dominate
New data indicates that travel to famous safari destinations continues to grow, despite rising trip costs. U.S. travel insurance marketplace, Squaremouth.com, reveals that policy sales for destinations known for safari tourism more than tripled from 2020 to 2022, and breaks down how that trend is continuing through 2023. Safari tourism trends In addition to an increase in popularity, […]
Two bespoke sleep hotels open in Australia and Taiwan
Two new sleep hotels, operated by Emma — The Sleep Company have opened in Sydney, Australia and Taipei, Taiwan. As more travellers seek out a truly restful experience during their vacation, these unique hotels provide a revolutionary travel experience on two different continents. Sleep tourism on the rise Sleep has become a recurring topic of […]
Virtuoso lists 2023 travel predictions for Canadians
Virtuoso has identified when, where and why upscale Canadians will be venturing in 2023. In Virtuoso’s 2022 Brand and Travel Trends Research, conducted in collaboration with YouGov, more than 500 Canadian travellers were surveyed. The majority – 75 percent – listed relaxation and disconnecting as the primary incentive for taking a leisure trip, followed by adventure, which […]
Here’s what Canadian travellers can expect in 2023
CheapOair.ca has looked into its crystal ball to share some of the top trends that Canadian travellers need to be aware of in the coming year. The tourism industry rebounded in 2022, reaching 70% of its pre-pandemic levels globally, however, the year was not without its own challenges, as travellers were met with staffing issues, long […]