Fancy hotel rooms don’t necessarily equate with luxury. A new Vrbo/Harris poll of some 1,700 travellers from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe and Australia finds that travellers place greater value on the consistent delivery of the fundamentals. In an increasingly competitive market, mastering the basics can be more important to travellers than offering additional amenities or elaborate in-home experiences. The poll asked for travel opinions for people who have stayed in a vacation rental and found that 86% would pay more for a place to stay that had a higher-quality listing. Respondents made it overwhelmingly clear that quality is not Read more
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Expedia Group today released Unpack ’26: The Trends in Travel™. The annual global report highlights shifts in traveller behaviour and the destinations set to dominate itineraries in 2026, including several Canadian destinations and activities spotlighted throughout. It’s also got some great destinations in such places as England, Italy, Asia and Australia. From Destinations of the Year to salvaged hotels and reading retreats, to curling and farm stays, the seven trends in Unpack ’26 offer a look at the future of travel. Each trend is backed by first-party data from Expedia Group, and insights from 24,000 global travellers. Expedia — Destinations of Read more
We were only a few hours into our first day in Rome when it hit me. And we may never travel the same way again. I’m on the road maybe three months a year, but 99.9% of the time my out-of-town stays take place at a hotel. Most are terrific, with comfortable beds, nice amenities and more. But a hotel isn’t made to make you feel like a local. So, when my wife and I recently decided to stay a couple of extra days in Rome prior to a cruise on the MSC World Europa, we opted to get a Read more
From Taylor Swift and Beyonce to Emily in Paris and White Lotus, Expedia says music and entertainment are driving travel traffic like never before. Expedia Group also says “dupe” travel is becoming big, a trend where travellers look for a lesser-known city or destination that somewhat duplicates the experiences they would have in a more famous location. Expedia Group on 08NOV unveiled Unpack ’24, a comprehensive look at what’s motivating travellers and where they’re going next year. Based on the company’s unmatched first-party travel data, plus a global consumer survey of 20,000 travellers, Unpack ’24 includes eight new travel Read more
Today, Vrbo released its first-ever list of best Winter Sun Escapes Canadians can flock to during the cold winter months. Located in 10 sunny locations south of the border, the Winter Sun Escapes include beach and desert destinations. To help inspire sun-seekers find a place to stay, Vrbo selected a show-stopping private vacation home in each locale. Selection criteria included premium amenities, ample space and outstanding reviews, making this collection ideal for family or friends to stay together. “Snowbirding isn’t just for retirees anymore. More flexibility at work allows travellers of all ages to escape the cold and stay in Read more
