what are the major trends and the best value for money destinations?

The next spring break is fast approaching for schoolchildren and students. For parents, the month of May promises to be particularly interesting since several bridges are possible due to the different public holidays which fall on Wednesdays for May 1st and 8th. It escaped no one’s notice that Ascension Thursday fell on May 9. In other words, the second week of May risks being unemployed by many French people, at least in part. They will perhaps take the opportunity to travel as a family and, as such, capital.fr reveals the names of the cities or countries that are favored for the occasion. So, Marrakech, Barcelona, Rome, Istanbul And Seville are at the top of the list, behind Dubai. But not Paris, which is preparing to host the Summer Olympic Games!

But perhaps it is time to anticipate and also take an interest in summer holidays… Especially since prices continue to rise with airlines! Skyscanner was also interested in major trends for the 2024 season relying on “data from the latest search and destination information for June-August 2024”obtained after a “analysis of booking windows, the most popular destinations in Europe”.

Europe still attracts tourists

The famous online comparator reveals in a article of March 26 that “this year consumers are more inclined to make their reservation in advance”which would amount to saying that this year we are witnessing a “return to traditional seasonality in 2024”. If the duration of travel has shortened or remains stable compared to what was observed in 2023, we also learn that “53% of European travelers want to explore the continent”. THE greek islands and theSpain remain among their favorite destinations for the coming summer holidays, and, for the most distant ones, Bangkok (Thailand), new York (United States) and Sydney (Australia) are doing well.

Skyscanner also distinguishes what it calls “trendy destinations” strictly speaking by being interested in “those with the largest year-over-year increases in searches”, partly due to the opening of new airlines. This is how the city of Victoria (Canada) stands out, as does Marmagao (India), Panama City (Panama) or even Bowl in Croatia and Pristina in Kosovo. Unexpected ! Expert for the app, Cécile Lescat reveals that “travelers are also looking for value for money and exploring alternative options”. “On the destination side, Europeans’ enthusiasm for Asian culture, whether culinary or musical, is reflected in growing popularity in South Asia“she adds.

The United States and Tunisia acclaimed

In another reportSkyscanner precisely details its calculation of value for money which once again combines “search and reservation data” and an “annual consumer behavior survey”. We then confirm that, “more than ever” in 2024, “cultural exploration will be a priority for travelers”whether to attend concerts and applaud their favorite artists, or for “foodies on a budget looking for the best dining experience”. “We notice that travelers want to enhance their vacation in a cost-effective waywith the trend for luxury vacation experiences at a lower cost”we also specify.

It is in this context that tourists focus on destinations like the city of Farolocated south of Portugal, number one in the ranking of the best destinations in the world offering the best value for money in 2024. Most continents are represented in the Top 10, however dominated by Europe. In fact, we find in sixth place Zurich (Switzerland) and Frankfurt (Germany) in ninth place. A French city climbs onto the podium, in third place: Nice. Turkey is very well represented in ranks four and five with, respectively, Dalaman And Antalya. Finally, at the back of the pack, three North American cities are making their way: Boston, Los Angeles And new Yorkin places seven, eight and ten.

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