These Are the Hottest Travel Trends of 2024

Want to know where travel insiders are jetting off to in 2024? Luxury Escapes’ annual Travel Trends report has landed.

We asked 4,000 Luxury Escapes members, and our in-house experts, what 2024 holds in store for their travel plans, from perennial favourites to rising travel stars (Japan or foodie tour, anyone?)

Top destinations

Australia

The Whitsundays
Gold Coast
Broome
Sydney
Melbourne

Discover Gold Coast

Gold Coast, Queensland

RACV Royal Pines Resort

Gold Coast Fun-Filled Resort with Daily Breakfast, Daily A$50 Dining Credit & Nightly Drinks

2 nights, 1 room from

US$309 total with

Non-memberUS$329

Valued up to US$732-55%

Gold Coast, Queensland

Sea World Resort

Bestselling Gold Coast Sea World Resort with Unlimited Entry for Up to Four Guests to Four Theme Parks & VIP Inclusions

5 nights, 1 room from

US$869 total with

Non-memberUS$909

Valued up to US$1,554-41%

Surfers Paradise, Queensland

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Gold Coast Family-Friendly Escape with Daily Breakfast, Water Park & Kids’ Club Access

3 nights, 1 room from

US$359 total with

Non-memberUS$429

Valued up to US$700-38%

Gold Coast, Queensland

Q1 Resort & Spa

Gold Coast Family Retreat: Sky-High Surfers Paradise Apartment Escape for Four Guests with Onsite Spa

4 nights, 1 apt. from

US$569 total with

Non-memberUS$649

Valued up to US$1,412-54%

Gold Coast, Queensland

ULTIQA Beach Haven on Broadbeach

Broadbeach Seafront Apartments with Ocean Views, Three Pools & Dreamworld Upgrades Available

5 nights, 1 room from

US$639 total with

Non-memberUS$719

Valued up to US$1,297-44%

Coolangatta, Australia

Iconic Kirra Beach Resort

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and a hair salon.

Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from

US$683

Main Beach, Australia

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Total of 2 nights, 2 adults from

US$538

Gold Coast, Queensland

The Langham Gold Coast

Five-Star Gold Coast Langham Luxury near Surfers Paradise with Six Restaurants & Bars & Signature Spa

1 night, 1 room from

US$296total

Surfers Paradise, Australia

Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise Self-Contained Luxury Apartments on The Esplanade with Beach Club Restaurant, Two Heated Pools & Spa

1 night, 1 room from

US$249total

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International

Bali
Japan
Thailand
Vietnam
Italy

Discover Bali

Nusa Dua, Bali

The Apurva Kempinski Bali

Bali Bestseller is Back! Nusa Dua Beachfront Opulence with Massages, Daily Breakfast & Nightly Dinner

5 nights, 1 room from

US$1,729 total with

Non-memberUS$1,487

Valued up to US$5,236-65%

Candidasa, Bali

Candi Beach Resort & Spa

Bali Secluded Beachfront Suites & Villas with Daily Breakfast, Daily Lunch or Dinner & Massages

3 nights, 1 suite from

US$499 total with

Non-memberUS$519

Valued up to US$1,516-65%

Ubud, Bali

Impiana Private Villas Ubud

Grand Opening: Ubud Luxury Suites & Pool Villas with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Dinner & Drinks

3 nights, 1 suite from

US$619 total with

Non-memberUS$649

Valued up to US$1,397-53%

Ubud, Bali

The Samaya Ubud Bali

Ubud Luxury Pool Villas with All-Inclusive Dining, Massages, Butler Service & Nightly Cocktails

2 nights, 1 villa from

US$569 total with

Non-memberUS$649

Valued up to US$1,734-62%

Ubud, Bali

Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana

Ubud Luxury Suites & Villas with US$300 Spa Credit & Daily Breakfast, Dinner & Hot Air Balloon Ride

3 nights, 1 Villa from

US$949 total with

Non-memberUS$818

Valued up to US$3,247-69%

Sanur, Bali

Bali Beach Hotel: The Heritage Collection

Bali Beachfront Oasis with Daily Breakfast, Daily Lunch or Dinner & Nightly Free-Flow Drinks

5 nights, 1 room from

US$929 total with

Non-memberUS$979

Valued up to US$1,870-47%

Jimbaran, Bali

Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate & Spa

Bali Tropical Jimbaran Private Pool Villas with All-Inclusive Dining, Massages & Two Kids Stay Free

5 nights, 1 villa from

US$1,569 total with

Non-memberUS$1,363

Valued up to US$4,571-63%

Gianyar, Bali

The Royal Purnama

Bali Beachfront Bliss: Adults-Only Suites & Villas with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Dinner & Cocktails

3 nights, 1 suite from

US$549 total with

Non-memberUS$487

Valued up to US$1,021-42%

Tabanan, Bali

Oshom Bali

Bali All-Suite Beachfront Indulgence with Club Lounge Access, Daily Lunch or Dinner & Nightly Cocktails

3 nights, 1 suite from

US$649 total with

Non-memberUS$689

Valued up to US$2,070-66%

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Off-the-beaten-track

South Africa
Vietnam
Iceland
Cambodia
Borneo

Discover Vietnam

Hoi An, Vietnam

Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa

Hoi An Beachfront Bliss with Private Beach, Daily Breakfast, Daily Cocktail & Massage

5 nights, 1 room from

US$509 total with

Non-memberUS$589

Valued up to US$1,395-57%

Phu Quoc, Vietnam

Wyndham Grand Phu Quoc

Vietnam Phu Quoc Island Paradise with All-Inclusive Dining, Unlimited Free-Flow Drinks & Private Beach

5 nights, 1 room from

US$739 total with

Non-memberUS$779

Valued up to US$1,735-55%

Dong Hoi, Vietnam

voco Quang Binh Resort by IHG

Grand Opening: Coastal Vietnam Pool Suites & Villas with Nightly Dinner & Free-Flow Drinks Hour

3 nights, 1 suite from

US$439 total with

Non-memberUS$469

Valued up to US$909-48%

Hoi An, Vietnam

Vinpearl Resort & Golf Nam Hoi An

Hoi An All-Inclusive Bliss with Free-Flow Drinks, Massages, Theme Park Access & Airport Transfers

5 nights, 1 room from

US$1,239 total with

Non-memberUS$1,299

Valued up to US$2,124-38%

Da Nang, Vietnam

Naman Retreat

Award-Winning Da Nang Beachfront Pool Villas with Daily Massages, Breakfast, Dinner & Nightly Drinks

5 nights, 1 villa from

US$1,239 total with

Non-memberUS$1,130

Valued up to US$2,895-55%

Quy Nhon, Vietnam

The Ocean Resort by Fusion Quy Nhon

Vietnam Coastal Studios & Pool Villas with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Dinner & Free-Flow Cocktail Hour

3 nights, 1 villa from

US$399 total with

Non-memberUS$429

Valued up to US$1,124-61%

Cam Ranh, Vietnam

Alma Resort Cam Ranh

Vietnam All-Inclusive Oasis: Family-Friendly Bliss with Waterpark & Unlimited Free-Flow Drinks

4 nights, 1 suite from

US$1,129 total with

Non-memberUS$1,169

Valued up to US$2,380-50%

New

Hồ Tràm, Vietnam

Dhawa Ho Tram

Vietnam Beachfront Escape with All-Inclusive Dining, Massages & Nightly Cocktails

5 nights, 1 room from

US$509 total with

Non-memberUS$589

Valued up to US$2,124-72%

Mui Ne, Vietnam

Centara Mirage Resort Mui Ne

Vietnam Family-Friendly All-Inclusive Bliss with Massages, Free-Flow Drinks & Return Transfers

5 nights, 1 room from

US$789 total with

Non-memberUS$839

Valued up to US$3,305-74%

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Top trends

Experiential travel – 58%

Food tourism – 58%

Wellness escapes – 36%

Multi-generational travel – 34%

Sustainable tourism – 23%

Fun facts

73% of travellers are open to cruising in 2024

The average age of cruisers has dropped from 49 in 2017, to 47 in 2024

A room upgrade is top priority when booking, with 65% ready to splash out

Read the full report here.