#bleisure

[heelanhomestead]

We had to pop to the post office this afternoon.

With the sunshine pouring down, I took a few moments to enjoy the beautiful view over the River Avon at Ballindalloch … so pretty I had to share.

I hope you’re all having a good day and finding some of those special moments along the way … 🙏

On a different note, I just wanted to let you know, that our wee holiday let cottage is booking up fast. But … we do have a couple of free weeks available if you’d like to take a look …

For more information on the cottage, activities and availability, please follow the link in our bio.

Anyway time to go, as we’re picking rhubarb tonight … bye for now. 👋

[thetravelsavvywanderer]

Bleisure Travel Tips for Solo Female

I am sure some of you are asking, what is Bleisure, or what is the meaning of the term bleisure and why are we connecting it to travel choices. Is it a new travel trend? Well, these days, solo female travelers are embarking on bleisure trips, which combine business and leisure travel. During these trips, travelers have the opportunity to maximize their professional commitments while also having…

[joshuavignonaworld]

Millennials Drive Trend toward Travel That Combines Business, Leisure

Millennials Drive Trend toward Travel That Combines Business, Leisure

Experienced in diverse facets of commercial strategy, Josh Vignona is an established Tampa business consultant. One focus for Josh Vignona is the emerging synergies between business and leisure components of travel. In the summer of 2022, travel finally neared pre-pandemic levels for holidays such as the Fourth of July and Memorial Day. An increasing number of travelers also added days to their…

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Navigating the Evolving Travel Trends: Past, Present, and Future✈️

The past five years have seen the travel industry undergo a seismic shift, shaped by unforeseen circumstances, evolving priorities, and technological advancements.

Past Trends (2019-2024):

1. Rise of Staycations and Local Travel: With global uncertainty, people sought comfort in familiar surroundings, boosting local tourism and staycations. This trend also fueled the popularity of unique, nearby experiences like glamping or micro-adventures.

2. Experiences over Destinations: Travelers craved deeper connections and immersion, prioritizing authentic experiences over simply ticking off landmarks. This led to a surge in cultural tours, voluntourism, and off-the-beaten-path adventures.

3. Bleisure Travel: The lines between business and leisure blurred as remote work options became more prevalent. Travelers extended business trips to include leisure activities, driving demand for flexible booking options and co-working spaces in tourist destinations.

4. Sustainability in Focus: Environmental consciousness grew, leading to a rise in eco-friendly travel choices. Travelers sought out sustainable accommodations, responsible tours, and destinations committed to conservation.

5. Tech-Driven Transformation: Technology played an increasingly crucial role, from AI-powered travel recommendations to contactless payments and immersive virtual tours. This trend also fueled the growth of travel apps and online booking platforms.

Possible Future Trends (2024-2029):

1. Hyper-Personalization: Travel will become increasingly tailored to individual preferences, with AI and machine learning creating bespoke itineraries and experiences based on unique interests, travel styles, and budgets.

2. Wellness & Retreats: The focus on mental and physical wellbeing will continue, with travelers seeking destinations and experiences that promote mindfulness, relaxation, and holistic rejuvenation.

3. Transformative Travel: The desire for personal growth and self-discovery will drive demand for transformative travel experiences, such as volunteering, cultural immersion programs, and journeys focused on personal development.

4. Space Tourism: As technology advances and costs decrease, space tourism could become more accessible, offering a unique and futuristic travel experience for a select few.

5. Metaverse Travel: Virtual and augmented reality experiences will continue to evolve, potentially offering immersive travel simulations that allow people to explore destinations without physically being there.

The past five years have painted a dynamic picture of travel trends. Driven by changing lifestyles, social values, and technological advancements, travelers have embraced experiences over mere sightseeing, pursued self-discovery through solo adventures, and sought responsible, personalized journeys.

Looking ahead, several exciting possibilities emerge. Hyper-personalization will be key, with tech facilitating highly customized itineraries that resonate deeply with individual aspirations. Wellness and retreat travel will boom, as people seek mental, physical, and spiritual rejuvenation. Additionally, destination stewardship will take center stage, with travelers actively partnering with locals to preserve cultures and environments.

This evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities. The travel industry must adapt to offer personalized experiences at scale, cater to the growing wellness market, and integrate sustainable practices seamlessly. Travelers, meanwhile, have the power to choose wisely, supporting responsible tourism and contributing to positive change.

While technology will play a vital role, human connection will remain paramount. Authentic interactions, cultural immersion, and meaningful experiences will be the true differentiators in this new era of travel. Ultimately, the future of travel promises a deeper, more personalized, and responsible way to explore the world, driven by our collective desire for connection, transformation, and discovery.

These are just a glimpse into the ever-evolving world of travel. As we move forward, sustainability, personalization, and transformative experiences will likely take center stage, while technology will continue to reshape how we plan, book, and experience travel. The future of travel promises to be exciting, diverse, and deeply attuned to the evolving needs and desires of travelers worldwide.

[pattypatootie]

The Rainbows of Timeliness

In a country where change is pivotal, there lies the dust of history. From the richness of the sea to the bountiful mountains, a rainbow can be seen. With the changes we have encountered for years, one thing is certain: we are changing too. Our preferences, motivations, and goals play a crucial role in shaping our aspirations for the future, and various factors can influence them. One such factor is the abrupt shift in trends. Individuals often seek to remain relevant, prompting them to align with what is currently popular. Along with this, the past gives way to another rainbow.

The popularity of travel trends varies over time, with certain trends remaining prominent for extended periods. Examples of enduring trends include educational excursions (field trips) and self-planned (DIY) travel experiences. Students eagerly anticipate field trips as a significant aspect of their school journey, as these excursions blend educational content with enjoyable experiences. In the past, additional travel trends included medical tourism and wellness tourism, which, despite sharing similarities, exhibit distinctions. Medical tourism encompasses individuals traveling for procedures like rhinoplasty, emphasizing medical interventions. On the other hand, wellness tourism concentrates solely on enhancing the overall well-being of tourists, excluding surgical procedures and incorporating activities like spa treatments and yoga. Finally, a significant travel trend that emerged not too long ago is Bleisure, enabling individuals to seamlessly blend work and travel concurrently. These trends shone their rainbows for years until they reached their end and gave birth to a new one. The emergence of future travel trends such as concert travel, space travel, and underwater travel paves the way for new shiny adventures.

The anticipated future travel trends are likely to be a rainbow that tourists would eagerly strive to witness. Along with this is their continuous desire for the colors of timeliness. As our trends and preferences evolve, I am convinced that, in the end, we simply yearn to nourish our souls with the diverse and vibrant hues of exceptional experiences.

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[jofrieeeeeee]

"Past Whispers, Future Dreams."

In the gentle whispers of the years from 2019 to 2023, travel has transcended from mere movement to a dance of sustainable rhythms. Wanderers sought meaningful interactions, immersing themselves in local cultures, indulging in local cuisines, and letting their spirit embrace the soul of each destination. No longer content with merely visiting destinations, they yearned for meaningful interactions, cultural immersions, and authentic experiences. Sustainable travel emerged as a guiding principle, prompting travelers to seek out eco-friendly accommodations, support local communities, and minimize their environmental impact. The rise of solo travel also marked a shift in travel dynamics, as individuals sought to chart their own paths, embrace independence, and delve deep into the tapestry of new cultures. The concept of “bleisure” travel, a blend of business and leisure, gained momentum, as professionals sought to extend work trips for personal enjoyment, blending work commitments with cultural exploration. The culinary landscape emerged as a focal point for many travelers, with food tourism becoming increasingly popular. Travelers sought out local delicacies, attended food festivals, and even participated in cooking classes to better understand the culture and traditions of their destination.

Looking ahead to the years from 2024 to 2028, a new set of trends is poised to shape the travel landscape. Health and wellness will take center stage, with travelers prioritizing destinations that offer opportunities for relaxation, rejuvenation, and mindfulness. The concept of “digital nomadism” will continue to gain traction, as remote work becomes more prevalent, allowing individuals to work from anywhere in the world. This trend will create a new breed of travelers who seek out destinations that cater to their digital lifestyle.

Hyperlocal travel will also experience a resurgence, as travelers look to explore destinations closer to home. This trend will be driven by a desire for authentic experiences, a sense of community, and a desire to support local businesses. The travel landscape is ever-evolving, shaped by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and global events. The future of travel promises to be exciting, with new experiences, destinations, and adventures waiting to be discovered.

[jeydiyosa]

"VOGUE OF DIGITAL ADVANCEMENT: THE SIGNIFICANCE OF TECHNOLOGICAL EXISTENCE FOR TRAVELERS’ UNPRECEDENTED EXPERIENCE"

Modern tourism and hospitality businesses are significantly swayed by technology, and it is predicted that it will mold the future of the said industries. In the past years, there have been numerous trends that emerged because of the COVID-19 outburst that make tourism products and services still available as well as more convenient to be utilized and consumed by its potential clients and workers.

Thus, we can conclude that travel preferences and demand will be influenced by current demographic trends, which will also have an impact on the structure and operations of the constant sector as well as its ability to grow sustainably. In line with that, it is based on the fact that in the next few years, more trends will rise and pave the way for the aforementioned industries to become more prosperous.

One of the trends that exist is the Virtual Travel Experience, which has increased the market for entertainment since past years. However, some specialists in the tourism industry already knew it to be one of the most promising travel trends lend by technology. In line with that, it can allow the traveler to digitally get into the virtual surroundings of the place he or she is supposed to visit, whether it’s a hotel or even an attraction.

In addition, there’s a Contactless Booking and Payment that emerged, which means that tourism and hospitality facilities that provide seamless and contactless payment and reservation options will be the must-visit destinations for travelers who are still hesitant to use cash or card machines for payments and other transactions.

In line with the previous trend, here comes the Tech-Empowered Facilitators as a part of the recent trends. This type of trend has integrated itself into the tourism and hospitality industry with innovative products that allow its users to easily facilitate their travel needs with the utilization of their own technologies and the aid of sophisticated and smart software.

Other trends that emerged include travels concerning the environment, which are Sustainable Tourism as well as Active Ecotourism.

Sustainable Tourism, to simply say, as the government concerning the tourism industry and even foreign or local visitors become more aware of the recent pandemic as well as its destructing effects, they start to feel that people must act and choose sustainable travel options in order to reclaim the natural world and preserve it for succeeding generations. On the other hand, Active Ecotourism is another trend that has evolved in response to the need for more environmentally conscious and conscientious travel. Here, it summons people to unify their love of travel with direct involvement in conservation and community services.

In addition, in line with the current trends, there are possible immense opportunities for tourism and hospitality industry to become well-heeled together with the future trends. These trends include the Metaverse Travel (adaptation from VR travel but it provides more exceptional experience), Continuity of Bleisure, and the Increase of Digital Nomads.

For Metaverse Travels, the introduction of it will change the way of how people approach travel due the existence of some cases of pandemic. Even when the restrictions are lifted, the risk and concern that it posed to certain tourists has caused them to change their typical travel strategy. This trend will enable and provide individuals with safer travel options, as well as a less expensive method to explore. In the real world, this phenomenon may fill the tourism niche in the next generation.

Next future trend could be the Continuity of Bleisure where travelers are permitted to enjoy their exploration while working at the same time. In reality, this trend is projected to continue and companies must up to the challenge of leveraging this opportunity by providing convenient and comfortable facilities for both leisure and business travelers.

Lastly, the Increase of Digital Nomads, which is somehow linked to the aforementioned trend. In regards with the previous pandemic, it demonstrated that remote work was possible, paving the way for a new generation of workers to travel while working. By reeling remote workers, every tourism and hospitality firm is expanding into a new market segment that will become increasingly essential as a target group for their marketing efforts.

Disclaimer: No copyright infringement intended. I do not own the images in this post. They belong to their rightful owners.

[rosselequitain]

A Rhythm of Change: Shaping the Trends of Tomorrow

As the travel industry evolves, it is crucial to know the trends that are present in the industry, not only for the previous years but for the coming years as well. Having these trends is beneficial for the tourism and travel industries in order to adapt to the changes in development and also for them to continue to exist as competitive in the market globally. There are five previous travel trends that shaped the past decades. The first one is staycation travel. This trend continues to rise and expand over time, as it allows numerous guests to relax and take a break without leaving the comfort of their homes. It is also a combination of convenience and escapade, providing the guest with a vacation experience in which they will surely feel the peacefulness they are looking for. Following this is Solo Travel. This trend has grown in popularity as lots of individuals seek an opportunity to discover the world on their own terms by meeting new people and trying out new things without depending on other people.

Another trend is wellness travel, in which people seek vacations that would make them feel healthier physically, emotionally, and mentally. This includes activities like spas and yoga for them to unwind while on vacation. Experiential travel gained popularity as well, as time passed, because people wanted to immerse themselves in the locals’ way of life which enables them to connect not only with people but with the location as well. Apart from these trends, bleisure travel has also become a trend in the travel industry as people add more enjoyment to their work trips. Rather than attending meetings, they are having more time to enjoy the surroundings and take a mini-vacation.

Knowing future travel trends gives us the ability to plan ahead, like deciding which roads to take on a trip. It enables us to be prepared and make wise decisions to ensure a better and more enjoyable journey experience. In the coming years, regenerative travel may become a major trend as sustainability continues to become a priority. As well as the development of virtual reality technology, as it offers travelers a convenience with physical limitations. Lastly, reunion travel may grow in popularity as individuals might focus on reconnecting with their loved ones after a long period of separation.

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[lialloo]

Looking from the past for brighter future

Travelling has always been a dream to all of us as it gives us a sense of relaxation whether you’re a middle class person to some who owns a mansion, As we go and take a step back on how and what kinds of travel trends was an IT. The 2010s was probably the peak of Adventure traveller as it is one of the first introduction of instragram that took of the whole world when it comes to blogging as it booms it also gives us the glimpse of beauty and trends that we may experience and few of these trends are nomadizm where way of life in which a community has no permanent settlement but moves from place to place, usually seasonally and within a defined territory, this trend booms as many people seem to like the idea of travelling while also being comfortable on your comfort zone and an example of this is recreational vehicle that lets you go in different location with nkthing ti worry about your accommodation, staycation is also one of tge trends back then as this is the where it lets us have a vacation and this trend boomed in pandemic as it means day trip for exploring local attractions. ideal for people who wants to excape and just relax and lastly, bleisure where as we can notice back then people tend to be workaholic but that doesn’t mean that travelling on a business trip is just full of stress but people back then have this sort of thing where they can work but at the same time can appreciate and relax.

As we go into more futuristic trends that we may experience in the near future I have a few things where I can definitely see the trends that’ll be boom, starting of with slow travel this is where you kinda have your own time, itinerary and pace where you can maximise your time in a destination without worrying and you can also fully appreciate the destination. Transformative travel.they’ll be looking for experiences that will leave a lasting impact on communities, or even to themselves. And lastly, augmented trend is where you can experience AI type of vacation but can still experience real time events and activities.

5 previous trends

Bleisure

Nomadizm

Staycation

Solo travel

Adventure travel

3 possible trends

Transformative

Slow travel

augmented

[heelanhomestead]

Good morning … 👋

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“The Shifting Tides of Travel Mania”

Travel has brought about changes in the ways that people discover the world. A few prominent trends emerged in the last several years. First, environmental concerns became more widespread. They made travel and destination decisions that avoided harm to the environmen First, in the gentle embrace of Sustainable Travel from 2018 to 2019, travelers tiptoed softly upon the Earth's fragile stage. They sought sanctuaries that honored nature's delicate dance, choosing lodgings nestled in green embrace and journeys that nurtured local souls. Then, traveling alone gained popularity. More people engaged on solo trips, exploring new locations and learning about themselves. They headed into the unknown, finding comfort in isolation, independence in the wide road, and camaraderie in the mutual quiet of distant places. Another trend was "bleisure," or combining business travel with pleasure, when travelers stayed longer to take in the sights. Boardrooms became beaches, and briefcases became backpacks as tired spirits found solace in the daily routine of life on the road. Travelers desired experiences over simply observing well-known locations. They looked for unusual pursuits like sampling regional cuisine or discovering different cultures. Travel has also been altered by technology. Travel planning and booking have never been simpler thanks to apps and websites. We expect that future changes will influence travel. People will be able to travel and still do their work thanks to the growing popularity of remote job opportunities. There will be an increased focus on health and wellness, with more tourists looking for destinations where they can enjoy relaxation and good health. n addition, the "regenerative" travel where travelers give back to the places they visit, supporting local economies and environmental preservation is growing popularity. Let's welcome these changes as our adventures progress and keep an open mind and heart as we explore the globe. The journey continues in this ever-changing symphony of souls and destinations, an era whispered on the wind that invites us to explore, wonder, and dream again.

[joshuavignonaworld]

What Is Bleisure Travel?

What Is Bleisure Travel?

A resident of Lutz, Florida, Josh Vignona serves as a senior manager of commercial strategy and business transformation in Tampa’s leading business consultancy firm. Josh Vignona is an active practitioner and supporter of bleisure travel. True to its name, the term “bleisure” combines the two most distinct forms of travel – business and leisure. First coined in 2009 by The Future Laboratory, a…

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going to a tropical island to murder your former business partner is the definition of "bleisure"