Top Travel Trends Piecing Together Perfect Travel Plans for the Year Ahead New Hotels for 2019
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What’s hot for 2019 Sustainable tourism Top Travel Trends Piecing together perfect travel plans for the year ahead New hotels for 2019 Top 11 destinations Stunning new experiences Tailor made travels Welcome to our Travel Trends Report 2019 This handy report has been created to provide travellers with expert advice and insight on what’s hot in the world of travel, from must-see destinations and impressive new hotels, to the most popular (and exciting) multi centre trips and tours. Despite the recent political uncertainty, holidays are still at the forefront of many people’s minds. As well as listing our bestselling destinations for 2019 so far, our report includes tips on travelling responsibly, how to book holidays without fear of Brexit, and how best to capture your holiday through photography and videography. Looking ahead, one thing remains very clear: travel specialists like us are more in demand. As consumer confidence is on the decline, holidaymakers are looking to book with professionals they can trust. The time saving benefits and ease of booking a holiday, plus access to expertise and contacts, resulting in increased confidence in the holiday itself, all contribute to reasons why demand for bespoke holiday operators remains strong. Therefore, we trust our report provides the information and inspiration you need to take the first step on your unforgettable journey. For trusted information and destination-specific inspiration, speak to one of our Destination Specialists on 01293 762 456. Happy travelling! Helen Adamson, Brand and Commercial Director, Travelopia Tailor Made Click to visit website 01293 762 456 www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk TRENDS REPORT 2019 How to plan for 2019 March Japan: The country of the June moment May Our destination specialists have highlighted Travel with Pride There has never been a New flights from some of the key dates, events and more exciting year to visit Manchester Airport 28 June 2019 marks the February April 50th anniversary of the Songkran, Thailand happenings across 2019 that will inspire Japan. Hosting the Rugby Whilst there’s much Stonewall uprising that your travel adventures for the year ahead. 2019 holiday reads World Cup in autumn 2019, A new New Year deliberation regarding followed by the 2020 experience ignited an international gay Holidays are the perfect new runways at London Olympics, Japan is expected rights movement. time to unwind with a novel. From April 13 to 15 every Heathrow and Gatwick to soar in popularity over the year, Thailand celebrates Airport, a lot is going on To mark this occasion, Partnering with The Book next couple of years. its traditional New Year, behind the scenes at Virgin Atlantic is launching Trail, we believe the best On 31 March, British Songkran. Manchester Airport in its inaugural ‘Pride Flight’ holiday reads are set in January Airways is launching preparation for a bigger on 28th June, departing the destination you’re Travellers looking for a a new direct flight to and better 2019. A number from London Heathrow to exploring - allowing you unique and authentic Alaskan wonders Japan, arriving into Kansai of new flights have been Newark, New York. This to truly immerse yourself New Year celebration are 3rd January 2019 marks International Airport, Osaka, announced to and from one-off flight will be staffed in the sounds, smells and encouraged to visit to Tenerife the 60th anniversary of departing four times a week Manchester Airport (MAN), entirely by LGBT+ pilots Alaska environment of the book’s Thailand for this exuberant, Alaska being admitted from London Heathrow, providing the north of and cabin crew, and will Foodie festivals setting. colourful celebration. into the United States of ahead of the expected influx England with greater feature special on board Originating from a Buddhist America as the 49th State. One of next year’s most of tourists. connections and more direct entertainment. tradition of sprinkling water anticipated travel fiction flight services. Travel with pride in 2019 and With 2019 heralding the Beat the crowds and travel to symbolise purification, novels is Yangsze Choo’s embark on a multi centre 60th anniversary of this as soon as the new flights the celebrations have Virgin Atlantic is launching second novel, The Night in June to New York City momentous occasion, we launch to see Japan during evolved over the years, into a new route on 26 May Tiger, set in 1930s Malaya for WorldPride (May-June) recommend an Alaskan its sensational cherry a countrywide water festival from Manchester Airport (Malaysia). before heading on to the adventure, exploring the blossom season during late celebrated by millions of to Los Angeles (LAX) and Available to buy from epicentre of the worldwide epic landscapes and March and mid-April. people, young and old. will operate three times per incredible wildlife settled in February 2019. week LGBTQ community, San www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk/ www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk/ the largest state in the USA. Visit www.thebooktrail.com Francisco. holidays/japan holidays/thailand Qatar Airways launches Spot grizzly bears in Denali to match your holiday read a new triple daily flight National Park and hike the with your next adventure. to Doha (DOH) from Exit Glacier on our Alaskan Manchester Airport December Highlights small group tour. September October available from May 19. Canada’s Christmas markets August Rugby World Cup 2019 Foodie festivals Travelling in December Combining travel with sport October hosts a number can be a magical time, with The Ghan turns 90 is a fantastic way to see Ju ly of exciting food and drink November Christmas markets being a 2019 marks the 90th exciting parts of the world festivals across the world. true seasonal highlight. Lion King film premiere anniversary of one of that you may not have November Treats in Kenya Barbados Food and Rum One of the most anticipated the world’s most iconic previously considered. Tenerife Canada offers a great festival selection of charming The Ghan Disney remakes in history, trains, The Ghan. Covering Japan hosts the 2019 Travellers looking for a short Japan The Barbados Food and Christmas markets The Lion King, is coming 2,979km, The Ghan’s scenic Rugby World Cup autumn getaway in the sun Rum festival showcases the that embrace the to cinema screens in July journey from Darwin to this autumn, from 20 should head for Tenerife to country’s best cuisine and Chistkindlmarkets tradition, 2019. Adelaide allows guests to September. As well as being enjoy unseasonably high culinary experts, as well as with their own unique local Directed by Jon Favreau, travel through the heart of able to witness some of the temperatures of around live entertainment in the twists. who recently brought The Australia on the ultimate world’s greatest sportsmen 22/23°C. outback adventure. bustling Oistins region. Toronto Christmas Market Jungle Book to life, this battle it out on the field, the Arrive in November and When? October 2019. ‘live-action’ remake of The To celebrate its diamond Rugby World Cup presents you’ll be able to experience 55 Mill St, Toronto, ON Lion King features an A-list anniversary, The Ghan an incredible opportunity Festival Kreol, Seychelles the 10th anniversary of the Held at the Distillery Historic cast led by Beyoncé, Donald is launching a number to explore Japan during At the end of every October, famous La Noche en Blanco District, 2019 will mark the Glover and James Earl of special journeys the picturesque autumnal Mahé residents celebrate de La Laguna. Also known 10th anniversary of the Jones. throughout June, July and months. their Creole heritage at as The White Night festivals, Toronto Christmas Market. Vancouver Journey to the set of the August. After the tournament, jet Festival Kreol. Travellers these year-round cultural Despite its young age, all-new The Lion King Book a holiday on off from Japan and begin visiting during the festival events have since been this city Christmas Market and explore Kenya’s vast board The Ghan on this the next leg of your Eastern can sample authentic Creole adopted by various capitals has been ranked by many savannas, witnessing the momentous milestone adventure as you travel dishes, learn to speak and cities across Europe. as one of the best in the landscape and animals that with our sister company, to another incredible Creole, buy local crafts and Holidays to Tenerife are world, and is a must visit for inspired one of Disney’s Austravel. destination in the Far East or enjoy traditional dances at offered by our sister brand, anyone wanting to get into greatest stories. www.austravel.com/ beyond. the Bal Asoye. Sovereign Luxury Travel. the Christmas Spirit. www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk/ holidays/rail/ghan-darwin- www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk/ When? 23 Oct 2019 - 29 Oct Visit www.sovereign.com for www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk/ holidays/kenya adelaide holidays/japan/multicentres 2019. more information. holidays/canada Click to visit website 01293 762 456 www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk 3 TRENDS REPORT 2019 Planning a trip for 2019* 81% of travellers are open to receiving advice on The Facts the best places to go Stats, figures and 67% have a travel wish list in mind when making plans industry insights 56% plan on booking tours/experiences ahead of travelling to a destination When to start planning?* 27% of people start researching their holiday 10-12 months before departure 24% start researching their next holiday over 12 months before departure 20% research around 7-9 months before departure Holiday wish list* Top five things appearing on our customers’ wish lists for 2019 1. Heading to an island paradise 2. Seeing wildlife in its natural habitat 3. Trying a local delicacy 4. Visiting a wonder of the world 5.