Overview
- Airbnb reports Gen Z is taking one- to two-day international trips driven in part by the TikTok day-trip trend, with trending picks including Buenos Aires, Busan and Mexico City.
- Searches for stays near U.S. national parks are up 35% for 2026, outdoor experiences lead Airbnb bookings, and quieter beach breaks such as Seychelles, the Philippines, Zanzibar and Lakshadweep are drawing interest.
- Event calendars are concentrating demand, with 65% of top-searched 2026 dates and cities tied to major events such as the Winter Olympics, FIFA World Cup, Coachella and Carnival.
- Solo, reflective travel is gaining traction as travelers seek slower-paced escapes beyond typical major cities, with destinations ranging from Portugal’s Algarve to Norway’s Tromsø.
- Cruise operators and industry sources highlight expanding itineraries from Indian ports to Dubai, the Maldives, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Lakshadweep and Kochi.