{"id":155562,"date":"2023-04-15T01:31:38","date_gmt":"2023-04-15T01:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=155562"},"modified":"2023-04-15T01:31:38","modified_gmt":"2023-04-15T01:31:38","slug":"global-travel-trends-in-2023-personalized-itineraries-and-unique-experiences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/travel\/global-travel-trends-in-2023-personalized-itineraries-and-unique-experiences\/","title":{"rendered":"Global Travel Trends in 2023: Personalized Itineraries and Unique Experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"           <!--  <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n                jQuery(document).ready(function() {\r\n                    jQuery(\".key-accordion-item .key-menu\").on(\"click\", function() {\r\n                        if (jQuery(this).parent().hasClass(\"active\")) {\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-content\").slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(\".key-accordion-item\").removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().addClass(\"active\");\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideDown();\r\n                        }\r\n                    });\r\n                })\r\n            <\/script> -->\r\n\r\n\r\n            <!-- start html -->\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"news-key-takeaway-wapper\">\r\n                                <span style=\"background-color:#9259b9;\">Key Takeaways<\/span>\r\n                <ul class=\"news-key-nbox\" style=\"border-color:#9259b9;background-color:rgba(146, 89, 185, 0.1);\">\r\n                                                        <li>\"Set-jetting\" is on the rise, with 75% of respondents being inspired to visit destinations due to social media and younger travelers being heavily influenced by movies, TV shows, and Instagram.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Culinary experiences are becoming crucial in travel decisions, with 81% of respondents looking forward to trying local foods, and 47% of younger travelers planning entire vacations around specific restaurants.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Restorative vacations focused on mental, physical, and emotional health are gaining popularity, with 73% of respondents aiming to take such vacations and 60% of younger travelers seeking hotels offering spa and wellness services.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Travelers show a strong interest in discovering hidden gems and supporting local communities, with 85% of respondents wanting authentic local experiences and 78% keen on vacations that contribute to local communities.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Travel is a top budget priority for many, with 52% of respondents planning more trips in 2023 than in 2022, and 84% of younger travelers preferring to invest in a dream vacation over purchasing luxury items.<\/li>\r\n                                                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Express Travel recently unveiled its 2023 Global Travel Trends Report, shedding light on the key factors driving people&#8217;s travel plans this year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study, which surveyed travelers from the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico, Japan, India, and the United Kingdom, identified four main trends: the rise of &#8220;set-jetting,&#8221; delicious destinations, a wellness wave, and traveling off the beaten path.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Rise of &#8220;Set-Jetting&#8221;: Travel Inspired by Pop Culture and Social Media<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Set-jetting,&#8221; where individuals choose their travel destinations based on popular movies, TV shows, and social media, has surged in popularity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Younger travelers, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, are more likely to be influenced by what they see on their screens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, 75% of respondents reported being inspired to visit a particular destination due to social media, with 70% of Gen Z and Millennials specifically citing TV shows, news sources, or movies as motivators.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, 46% of these younger respondents admitted that Instagram played a significant role in their travel inspiration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Delicious Destinations: Culinary Experiences Shape Travel Choices<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food is becoming an increasingly important factor in where people choose to travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A majority (81%) of respondents look forward to trying local foods and cuisines the most when traveling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For 66% of Gen Z and Millennials, social media serves as the primary source of inspiration for dining experiences during their trips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, nearly half (47%) of these younger travelers have planned an entire vacation around visiting a specific restaurant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>                        <!-- <div class=\"container-c\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"row justify-content-between\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"col-post-800\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- start html -->\r\n                        <div class=\"blockquote-wapper\">\r\n                            <div>\r\n                                <span class=\"text_quot\">\r\n                                    <p>The study, which surveyed travelers from the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico, Japan, India, and the United Kingdom, identified four main trends: the rise of &#8220;set-jetting,&#8221; delicious destinations, a wellness wave, and traveling off the beaten path.<\/p>\n                                <\/span>\r\n\r\n                                <div class=\"quot_icon\">\r\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/themes\/culture\/icons\/i_quot.svg\" type=\"image\/svg+xml\">\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"quot_tick\" src=\"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-content\/themes\/culture\/icons\/i_quot_tri.svg\" type=\"image\/svg+xml\">\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <!-- end html -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                                    <\/h2>\n<h2><strong>A Wellness Wave: Prioritizing Self-Care and Restorative Vacations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The desire for restorative vacations focused on mental, physical, and emotional health is on the rise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A significant 73% of respondents plan to take vacations this year to improve their well-being, and 60% of Gen Z and Millennials are willing to go out of their way to book hotels offering spa and wellness services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traveling Off the Beaten Path: Supporting Local Communities and Exploring Hidden Gems<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today&#8217;s travelers are increasingly interested in discovering hidden gems and supporting the local communities they visit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A vast majority (85%) of respondents want to experience the authentic local culture, while 78% are keen on vacations that contribute to local communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Travel Plans and Budget Priorities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The report also found that more than half (52%) of respondents plan to take more trips in 2023 than in 2022, and 50% are prepared to spend more money on travel this year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interestingly, 84% of Gen Z and Millennials would rather invest in a dream vacation than purchase a new luxury item, and 79% consider travel an important budget priority.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel, emphasized the growing desire for personalized itineraries built around individual passions, whether that means planning a vacation around a single dinner reservation or capturing the perfect TikTok video.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, the 2023 Global Travel Trends Report highlights the evolving preferences of today&#8217;s travelers, with an emphasis on personalized itineraries and unique experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rise of &#8220;set-jetting,&#8221; 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