Comments on: Travel Trends in 2009 – How Americans Will Vacation This Year

By: Ian George

Ian George — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:24:55 +0000

Great website.Traveling is actually refreshing for the Mind and Soul, perhaps, could be a latent human instinct!!. Anyway with the internet, information is so easily obtained such as this great site. Get online-One way to save $$ and add excitement to your travel plan would be to use budget airlines. for e.g. New York city to UK and then from UK to Kuala Lumpur or Penang Island (Malaysia) and then hit the road to various parts of South East Asia. If booked early enough some low cost flights in country can be as cheap as USD2.00!!.even cheaper than a Coach. Countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore are relatively safe.This region has lots to offer depending on your preferences diving,beaches,hiking, nature.
Experiencing it in person, this melting pot of cultures here, might contribute to Global Harmony and understanding ,that I sincerely hope and pray for.
Happy travels

By: Claire

Claire — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:05:11 +0000

I actually just started working for a small travel agency in Costa Rica that advertises 100% online and deals with customer sales by phone. The online market today is nearly infinite, its just a question of getting in contact with them, and catering to the current economic situation with great deals, and like Peter said, offering truly authentic experiences! While my background is in non-profit marketing, I have fallen in love with the travel industry and have seen the positive effects it can have on a country. Let’s hope people never have to resort to giving up international travel for economic reasons — or we will start to see reverse-globalization, or a virtually dominated world. I, for one, prefer the real thing!

By: Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:29:14 +0000

Thats so true, online vacation deals and travel planning is growing exponentially. Specially the “self catering accommodation” websites like homeaway and such.
Great post btw, bookmarked !

By: peter Pauker

peter Pauker — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:53:06 +0000

great reading

By: Peter Grubb

Peter Grubb — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:11:38 +0000

Given that culinary and responsible travel are supposed to be trends this year, the adventures we offer should be well positioned. However, people are still being cautious and most folks I know in the adventure business are seeing a drop in business ranging from 20-40%, as are we. We’ll know in a year how prescient the forecasts were or weren’t. I’ve been an outfitter and adventure travel company owner for 30 years and one thing that’s true is that people will keep seeking out experiences that enrich their lives, in whatever fashion they think that is. The intrinsic value of travel remains unaltered, regardless of how many people choose to travel. One of the exciting trends I see is that more people are seeking authentic travel – rafting in the wilderness, biking and hiking trips that mix with the locals, taking the slow roads and staying in locally owned properties. I keep hoping that in this economically difficult times people will be even more motivated to leave behind the uninspiring all-inclusive resorts, the insulating cruise line experiences, etc. Likely that is too optimistic. But I hope this will be true because this is the most important thing travelers can do. Make responsible choices about how they travel, how their travels benefit local communities and economies and all the things that go along with sustainable travel. Especially seeking those travel experiences that bridge cultures and create the connections between people that leads to deeper understandings and compassion between us all.

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Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:18:25 +0000

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By: Renata Gozdziak

Renata Gozdziak — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:10:32 +0000

PS — found you from the bloggie awards site — v. nice !!

By: cottageguru

cottageguru — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 12:31:26 +0000

PhoCusWright also reported the growth in vacation rentals as an alternative to traditional hotel accommodation. Here in Ontario, we are already experiencing an increase in bookings over 2008, which seems driven by a desire to stay closer to home. There’s lots of interest from the US particularly from the states within a 24 hour drive. Renting a vacation home is affordable and allows two families to vacation together at a really good price.

By: MudslideMama

MudslideMama — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:13:27 +0000

Lopar, you raise an excellent point. While luxury travelers and their destinations/hotels of choice (think Paris and the 4 Seasons’ George V) may be somewhat buffered, most of us “regular folk” travelers would be smart to find relatively inexpensive vacation destinations either closer to home, or in places like Croatia (which you represent): You know, far more affordable European destinations than France and the UK.

By: Televisions 4 Less

Televisions 4 Less — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:40:43 +0000

Thanks to share this. Would be great if i can do that also