Travel Trends

Stay ahead of the curve with our Travel Trends section. We keep you informed about the latest developments, innovations, and emerging trends in the travel industry. From sustainable travel practices to evolving travel preferences, our insights help you adapt and make the most of your journeys.

The Best Hotels for Businesspeople Traveling Off the Beaten Path

15 February 2016 The Best Hotels for Businesspeople Traveling Off the Beaten Path We all know that hotels in America’s biggest cities—think New York, L.A., Chicago, and the like—have figured out the importance of offering amenities geared toward today’s business travelers. But there’s ... read more

Airplane Bathrooms Keep Getting Better

8 February 2016 Airplane Bathrooms Keep Getting Better This post was initially published on Hipmunk’s Tailwind Blog on December 21, 2015 As the luxury travel market continues to expand, the trend is influencing all facets of travel, from hotel ... read more

The Best New Flight Routes in 2016

13 January 2016 The Best New Flight Routes in 2016 It’s not just the internet and smartphones that are bringing the world closer together. Airlines are expanding and adding more non-stop routes to their schedules, making it easier to get ... read more

2015’s Most Instagrammed Destinations

12 January 2016 2015’s Most Instagrammed Destinations This post was originally published on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on December 27, 2015 Instagram’s more than 400 million users share over 80 million images a day—and many of those photos feature ... read more

Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Staying Productive on Long Flights

7 January 2016 Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Staying Productive on Long Flights The lure of in-flight entertainment systems and bad magazines make it easy to drift into a lazy stupor on airplane trips. For fliers looking to boost their next trip’s productivity, ... read more

The 5 Best Travel Books of 2015

4 January 2016 The 5 Best Travel Books of 2015 This post was originally published on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on December 28, 2015. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! (And nope, we’re not talking the holidays.) We’re talking about ... read more

Stay Stylish but Pack Light – Why a Versatile Wrap Dress Is Perfect for Travelers

29 December 2015 Stay Stylish but Pack Light – Why a Versatile Wrap Dress Is Perfect for Travelers One of the hardest parts about packing when traveling is balance: bring everything you need, but keep it light and manageable. By everything you need, I mean just that – ... read more