Social media is playing a growing role in travel decisions among UK travellers, with 25% saying online platforms have inspired them to visit a destination they had not previously considered, up from 14% in 2024, according to a survey commissioned by online travel agency Opodo. The survey, part of eDreams
International travelers are increasingly exploring destinations beyond Japan’s traditional Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka route, according to new data from Japan-based tour provider Tourist Japan. However, the trend does not mean visitors are moving away from Tokyo. More than 95% of Tourist Japan package travelers still begin their journeys in the
Traveloka Data Shows Southeast Asians Exploring More of China Southeast Asian travelers are exploring a wider range of destinations across China, according to new data from Traveloka. Travelers from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam continue to book China’s major gateways, with Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing and Shenzhen among the four
Chinese travellers are planning earlier departures and longer trips for this year’s Golden Week, according to the latest data from Trip.com Group. By taking three days off, workers can extend the break to 13 days by combining the Golden Week and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays. As a result, outbound departures are
As millions of travellers head abroad during the peak summer holiday season, Europe has reinforced its position as the world’s leading leisure travel destination. The region captured one-third of global leisure travel spending in 2025, according to new 2026 Economic Impact Research (EIR) data from the World Travel & Tourism
Europe’s travel industry continues to strengthen Europe’s travel sector continues to show resilience, with Japan emerging as the fastest-growing long-haul source market for the region, according to Travel Insights 2026: Focus on Europe, a new report released by Amadeus in collaboration with UN Tourism. The report combines air, hotel, and
Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed the latest travel trends for Indonesia in the first half of 2026, highlighting strong inbound travel interest from across the Asia Pacific region. Based on accommodation searches made between January and June 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, Agoda’s data shows Malaysia
Vietnam is attracting significantly more international travelers, with digital travel platform Agoda reporting that international accommodation searches for the destination increased by nearly 50% year over year in 2025. The growth reflects stronger global demand, supported by visa reforms, expanded air connectivity, and continued investment in tourism infrastructure. According to
Airline alliances quietly transformed international travel, making long-haul journeys smoother, loyalty programs more rewarding, and baggage handling seamless. Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam now carry over 1.8 billion passengers annually, yet their origins were less about marketing and more about solving globalisation challenges in aviation. For travelers, these networks mean
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Climate concerns are no longer a niche issue in travel planning—they are reshaping when and where people go. The latest Booking.com sustainable travel report 2026 shows travelers are increasingly adapting to extreme weather, crowding,
Shanghai inbound tourism rebounded strongly in 2025, with international arrivals rising 39.58% year-over-year to 9.36 million, reinforcing the city’s role as a primary gateway for travelers to China and driving solid gains across accommodation, travel agencies, and high-end hotels. Diversified Source Markets Drive Shanghai Inbound Tourism 2025 According to the