BARBARA: What are your favorites among the trend travel destinations that we cannot miss in 2020?
Our trend destinations offer a selection of truly unique destinations this year. We all know the big European cities like Paris, Berlin and of course London as classic travel destinations, but who was in Zabljak in Montenegro? Zabljak has been added to our list of most popular travel destinations this year due to its beauty and growing popularity as a ski center. We have also all heard of Buenos Aires, but this year we highlight Salta, a mountain region in Argentina that is characterized by breathtaking architecture and beauty. These examples show that thinking outside the box can also be very worthwhile when it comes to travel.
Are sustainability and deceleration when traveling a trend or will they shape travel behavior in the long term?
It is hard to imagine our society without a sustainable lifestyle. According to a survey by Booking.com, almost three quarters of travelers are now ready to make sustainable travel and vacation decisions to protect our planet for future generations. More and more people are trying out second-city travel. That means exploring less known places with the aim of reducing over-tourism and protecting the environment. It is and remains important to look for sustainable alternatives. Travelers see themselves more and more as alternative discoverers, want to have something to tell, discover new things.
What to do if parents want a relaxing vacation but the kids want action?
There are a variety of accommodation options ideal for families, from apartments or vacation rentals to 5-star luxury resorts, tree houses or even igloos. Hotels with wellness and spa areas for mums, with restaurants that also serve children's menus and pools for the youngest are ideal. In this way, parents can sometimes put their kids into childcare and sit back.
Travelers via Booking.com also recommend destinations such as Montevideo in Uruguay, Ilhabela in Brazil or Naha in Japan. There you can visit breathtaking nature as well as historical sites – and when the children have overcome their culture shock, you can go to great parks, to the beach or to extraordinary restaurants. So everyone has something from vacation.