There’s nothing like jetting off to an exotic destination or taking part in an unforgettable experience and, thankfully, 2023 saw a significant return to these travelling highlights. Travellers took to the rails, roads, skies, and seas to tick off critical bucket-list moments, from Arctic adventures to luxury cruises – we even saw the first tourists in space. Now that 2024 is upon us, what are the travelling trends expected to prevail this year? People seem to put what’s important to them at the centre of the planning, developing more meaningful experiences to leave a positive impact and spend time with loved ones.
Below, we delve deeper into some of the hot travel trends in 2024 and the finer destinations we expect to see people flocking to this year.
Chartering a private jet
There is no better way to get a truly personalised travel experience than via private jet charter flight; whether for business or leisure, a private jet is one of the most relaxing and convenient ways to fly.
There are many benefits that come with flying via private jet, the first being convenience. With a private flight, you can fly at a time that suits you rather than needing to arrange your day around the schedule of your commercial flight. The best perk of flying private is being able to skip the queues, meaning you’ll no longer have to waste your time standing around.
Air Charter Service is one of the leading companies in private aviation, with access to thousands of aircraft landing in countless destinations, meaning they can source the perfect private plane for your requirements. Their 24/7 concierge service helps you reach your destination as comfortably and stylishly as possible, ensuring every aspect of your charter is taken care of.
Deep and meaningful travel
People-positive travel is set to become the successor of sustainable travel. This type of travel focuses on socially led rather than product-based, with people-positive travel aiming to focus deeper on forging human connections while also being aware of the social and environmental impacts in place. The key to these trips will be inclusivity, with companies like Intrepid focusing on social change through making connections.
One way Intrepid has seen a lot of change is the focus on hiring more female leaders in locations such as India and Morocco. The number of female leaders has doubled, and over 100 indigenous-focused trips have been introduced.
Focusing on local communities is another crucial area of people-positive travel, ensuring that tourism leakage is only created in some areas where money flows out of the destination. A bespoke luxury travel agency, Cartology Travel, focuses on curating unique experiences across the globe by working with several local partners to ensure each stay will be remembered for a lifetime. Cartology Travel agrees that the desire for authentic travel experiences has increased in popularity in recent years.
AI and travel
The advances in artificial intelligence are dramatically changing the travel sector, with companies such as Timber Resorts, a boutique hospitality developer and operator, utilising the technology. Within the luxury travel sector, there is no substitute for personalising a service to make it truly meaningful for the guests, with that being said, AI plays a significant role for staff and guests. It has been discovered that the optimum way to utilise this technology is introducing it into tasks that require less of a human touch, such as speeding up requests for fresh linens, towels, and other housekeeping requests.
The most lavish travel experiences in 2024
From deep sea diving to relaxing on superyachts, 2024 offers the most lavish travel experiences imaginable. Here are just a few of our favourites:
Island takeover – Maldives
In the W Maldives resort, guests can have exclusive access to all 78 overwater and beach suites, gourmet dining options, and an underground nightclub for $6.8 million.
Dine inside a volcano – Iceland
Experience new dining experiences inside the magma chamber of the Rhnkaggur Volcano, where Icelandic delicacies can be sampled.
Sky Villa, Palms Casino Resort – Las Vegas
With a cantilevered Jacuzzi, salt relaxation room, and bull sharks suspended in formaldehyde, this quirky and prodigious $141,000 per night room is designed by conceptual artist Damien Hirst.
Royal Penthouse Suite, President Wilson Hotel – Geneva
The sumptuous suite spanning the hotel’s entire top floor boasts one of Europe’s largest and most luxurious terraces, giving you a 360-degree view of the mountains.
Cruise a superyacht – The Mediterranean
The Queen Miri yacht, measuring 92 metres, can be rented for $2.8 million a week by wealthy travellers. In addition to its helipad, this location has a party deck that can be converted into a wedding venue.
The finer way to travel
When it comes to 2024 and travelling, the best way is to personalise your experience, take away the stresses that come with travel, and make your vacation start as soon as you step out of your home rather than when you arrive at your destination.
