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 […]
High-end travellers willing to pay more for sustainable trips, survey says
A major new report by World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group, together with Deloitte, reveals a heightened appetite for sustainable tourism amongst consumers, with 69 per cent of travellers actively seeking sustainable travel options. In this follow-up report, WTTC joined forces again with global travel service provider, Trip.com Group and its major […]
A look at the most popular places to travel from Canada
According to new research from First in Service Travel LTD (F1S), Italy, France and Greece are the top international destinations Canadian advisors are booking and recommending. “With all the pent-up demand for travel, coupled with the Canadian dollar’s stronger performance against the euro over the past year, it’s no surprise that Europe is performing so […]
Where to travel this summer if you want to avoid the crowds
Avid traveller Mark Wolters — who has been to 70 countries to date and counting — shares his adventures and honest travel advice on his popular YouTube channel, Wolters World, to 893K subscribers. The Illinois-based professor, who is on the road five to six months out of the year, caught up with OFFSHORE to share […]
5 must-have fashion accessories for spring travel
Spring is one of the best times to travel, whether in Canada or abroad. Milder temperatures are perfect for a range of active travel, including hiking, camping, luxury glamping, and more. From now until summer, stay dry (and fashionable) with these top five accessory picks! Rain Boots Make a splash this spring with Cougar’s new […]
The pandemic has caused private jet bookings to soar. Here’s why.
Once reserved for the rich and famous, private jets have become an increasingly popular method of travel due to the exclusivity, convenience, and privacy they offer. As a result, several Canadian companies have expanded their fleets, noting an influx of passenger demand that can be attributed to several factors. “Private jets have always been quite […]
Five post-pandemic travel trends you’ll see more of this year
As we navigate our “new normal”, it’s obvious that so much has changed, including travel. Here are five travel trends to watch in 2022. Romantic travel Hugely popular prior to the pandemic, destination weddings are expected to make a significant comeback, as countries around the world continue their trajectory towards a high vaccination rate. Many […]