For many years, the traditional package holiday ruled; a single booking covered flights, accommodation and in most cases, meals are included. While there have always been holidays with a difference, their popularity has increased and, in this article, we take a closer look at a range of holiday types that are popular in 2024.
Floating holidays
From small catamarans to superyachts, the luxury boat hire sector is indeed booming, and you can charter a yacht with or without a crew. The number of registered yachts and leisure vessels is on the rise and the charter business is doing well, with increased charters on a global basis. We can’t think of a better way to spend your downtime than sailing in your own private yacht; stocked with provisions, you can cruise a tropical paradise without a care in the world.
Cruises
Another sector that is enjoying a boom, the cruise industry offers the ultimate in luxury ocean travel; from the Arctic to Antarctica and everything in between can be enjoyed from a luxury cruise liner. From a short weekend trip to a 90-day round-the-world cruise, there are so many options for the cruise enthusiasts and there are cruises that are family-friendly, while others are geared up for adult couples.
Homestay holidays
Why not see the world from a Thai farmer’s perspective? Or understand how difficult it is to manage livestock on the Mongolian Steppes? Homestay holidays allow the tourist to experience life from another perspective and if you would like to browse a few great homestay experiences, Google can take you there. Click here for packing tips when going abroad.
Wellness & spa resorts
This sector is growing, with Thailand leading the way; the 21st century trend is for a holistic approach to health & well-being, and this is reflected in the growing popularity of spas and wellness resorts. Not only are you pampered during your stay, you also learn a lot about your body and this new knowledge can be applied to the rest of your life. For many, the start of a positive life-change came from a wellness retreat, which is why this sector is doing so well.
Eco-tourism
Eco-tourism is focused on not affecting the environment when visiting a place; leave it as you found it is the new culture and many countries (including Australia & New Zealand) are leading the way in eco-tourism. The global trend for environmental awareness is changing the way we view our planet; Mother Earth is not a bottomless pit of resources and great care should be taken when taking resources from our green planet.
The standard package holiday is no longer the number one choice for international tourists and the above are just some of the vacation options that people are choosing in the 21st century. Choose something new for your 20244 holiday and take a chance.
