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What’s Trending
01/ On Google
“Travel professional near me” trended +400% this week, suggesting travel planning and specialized trips are driving interest for local travel experts.
02/ With Media
This week, media were interested in LGBTQ-welcoming destinations, low crowds for spring travel in the U.S., top-notch destinations for solo travelers, and more.
03/ In the Zeitgeist
Non-alcoholic beer is expected to play a prominent role during this year's Super Bowl, with 29% of shoppers planning to buy such beverages, especially those aged 35 to 44.
Experts warn that doomscrolling is fueling an already growing mental health crisis affecting workers, encouraging leadership to support employees with helpful resources.
Industry Insights
Travelers are becoming savvier about vacation costs, opting for budget-friendly options like connecting flights, buses, and trains, or even skipping trips in favor of staycations due to the additional costs associated with traveling.
As President Donald Trump imposes new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, some foreign travelers are canceling their U.S.-based cruises and opting for foreign cruise lines instead.
More than 11,000 people evacuated from Santorini after the Greek island was hit by hundreds of earthquakes over four consecutive days.
Nice, France has banned cruise ships carrying more than 900 passengers from porting. The ban, aimed at promoting “selective tourism,” will go into effect July 1.
Washington, D.C. announced plans for America’s 250th birthday, with a year-long celebration in 2026 including fireworks, festivals, and other seasonal activities.
Booking.com named Hawaii the most welcoming U.S. state after evaluating over 360 million customer reviews. The state is also home to the nation’s best city to live in, one of the best hiking trails, and the best beach in America.
A nationwide strike and fire have shut down Rome’s Ciampino Airport. The strike has caused massive delays and cancellations in major airports throughout Naples, Venice, Milan Malpensa, and more.
A sleeper train connecting seven European cities launched this week, providing a sustainable travel option for travelers from Brussels to Venice.
The Good
Dunkin's Super Bowl-themed merch, featuring bedazzled Juicy Couture tracksuits, sold out within minutes of its Thursday launch. The suits are part of the brand’s Super Bowl campaign starring Ben Affleck, Casey Affleck, and Jeremy Strong.
