What kind of summer vacation do you want? Perhaps you want to party in India or explore the dark history of Edinburgh? Either way, Pinterest has shared a lot of inspiration through his 2024 Summer Travel Trends report.
In Dubai, Emirates is working to make flights more inclusive for travelers with neurodiverse children, and Biondo is launching new flights between Dubai and Zurich.
In case you missed it, here’s a round-up of the latest travel and tourism news.
Emirates offers autism-friendly routes to families at Dubai Airport
Emirates is taking steps to make it easier for families with neurodivergent children to fly.
Dubai Air hosted a familiarization flight that included a check-in experience as part of its efforts to help children with autism and other disabilities navigate the airport.
The experience involved 30 children and their parents who exercised using a dedicated autism-friendly route in Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport. This includes access to priority lanes at check-in and passport control and fast-track lanes at security. Travelers on this route also receive priority boarding.
Emirates check-in staff and specially trained cabin crew supported the journey.
Flight EK2605 departed DXB at 11:20am and landed an hour later, giving the kids a short experience of boarding a real airplane. This includes announcements from the captain, in-flight services, and the sounds and sights of actual takeoff and landing.
A recent study by the International Certification and Continuing Education Standards Board found that 93 percent of families with neurodiverse children would fly more often if there were more options for autism certification. I found out that there is. Currently, only 13% of families with neurodiverse children surveyed take family vacations. This is because flying is extremely stressful and can cause heightened sensory responses in children.
Goa, Philippines and Okinawa are Pinterest’s top destinations for summer 2024
Pinterest, used by millions for travel inspiration, has released its Summer 2024 Travel Trends Report, detailing the types of trips people want to take this year and the places they want to go. I did.
The social media platform generates more than 1 billion travel-related searches a year, and 8 out of 10 users use the app to plan their perfect summer vacation.
In 2024, wellness trips, adventure tours, solo trips, and off-the-beaten-path experiences will top Pinterest users’ wishlists. Nature trips and visits to mystical destinations are also high on travelers’ to-do lists. Budget-friendly travel is also trending, with Gen Z looking to forge deeper connections with friends through intimate and inexpensive road trips.
But where do people go on such holidays? When it comes to adventure travel, safaris in Tanzania and nature exploration in the Philippines will be the trends of 2024.
Quieter trips such as digital detoxes, wellness escapes and solo trips are also popular, with the British countryside and Okinawa, Japan being top trending destinations for gentle-minded explorers this summer.
Machu Picchu and Edinburgh are popular destinations for travelers seeking mystery and cultural experiences, while Jasper, Canada is a popular spot for road trips. When it comes to experiential travel, Pinterest’s Summer 2024 Travel Trends Report shows a 340 percent increase in London lifestyle travel searches, a 320 percent increase in South African food travel searches, and a 300 percent increase in Santorini travel searches. percent increase, we found that searches for African travel increased by 270 percent. Nightlife in Goa.
Beond operates private jet flights from Dubai to Zurich
The world’s first premium leisure airline launches flights from Dubai to Zurich.
Beond Airlines aims to provide travelers with an experience closer to traveling on a private jet, rather than traditional airline premium or business class travel.
Direct flights from Al Maktoum International Airport to Zurich will begin on May 3rd, twice a week. The new route comes after the airline launched flights between Dubai and the Maldives earlier this month.
Every passenger on Beond becomes a premium traveler thanks to the aircraft’s all-business seating configuration. Designed to provide a private jet-like journey, Beond’s cabin features 44 stylish seats, all of which convert into lie-flat beds.
“Connecting Zurich with Dubai reflects our vision to strengthen our network to suit passenger preferences,” said Tero Taskira, CEO and Chairman of Beond.
“Europe’s interest in Dubai as a major resort and tourism center is met with similar enthusiasm by the people of Dubai for Europe’s unrivaled cultural, shopping and leisure offerings.”
Starting in July, the company will become the first company in the world to offer travelers an Apple Vision Pro headset onboard a flight. Packed with movies, games and more, it’s designed to transform your in-flight entertainment experience.
The Sixth Sense arrives in Japan for the first time
Six Senses Hotel, Resort and Spa arrives in Japan for the first time.
Six Senses Kyoto opened in the historic Japanese city on Tuesday. This is the first hotel in the Land of the Rising Sun from the luxury hotel group known for its sustainability and wellness offerings.
Located in the heart of Japan’s ancient capital, this stunning hotel draws inspiration from the city’s golden age of art and culture, with beautiful artwork, graphics and design pieces found throughout the hotel. In 81 rooms and suites, travelers can escape from the hustle and bustle of the city in well-designed spaces of peace and relaxation, with the hotel group’s signature program ‘Sleep with Six Senses’ designed to promote sleep. are available. For guests looking to enhance their downtime, we offer personalized sleep consultations, and treatments include nutritional guidance and meditation.
The hotel’s luxurious spa is inspired by Kyoto’s Zen philosophy, and all visitors have the option of undergoing a medical checkup, which provides experts with important biomarkers before providing personalized recommendations. Masu. And when it comes to food, travelers can enjoy a journey through Japan’s ancient calendar, with an emphasis on the seasons.
Updated: April 29, 2024, 2:27 p.m.
