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The Top 7 Travel Trends of 2024 You Need to Know

This is the year of the culturally curious traveler.

May 31, 2024

11 minute read

With over 100 years in the guided travel space, the Collette has been watching travel trends fluctuate for a long time.

Solo travel has been popular. Quick, domestic getaways have been a highlight for travelers in recent years. The weeks-long trek across Europe fades in and out of fashion. From the mid-60s to the late 1980s, Collette travelers even loved mystery tours: buying a ticket, hopping on the motor coach, and finding out where your tour was going when you got there. We’ve seen it all. And we love to watch it unfold.

The Collette team — from product designers to Tour Managers and our Client Care agents and beyond — all work in travel for two reasons: 1) We’re curious people. 2) We’re travelers, too.

Collette tours are designed by travelers, for travelers. We want to experience the must-sees, but we want so much more.

This year’s trends have proven it.

Well into 2024, we’re confident (and excited) to see that this is the year of the culturally curious adventurer.

Off-Season Travel

Since we’re talking about trends, let’s frame this a little like fashion. Summer travel is a bit like floral prints in spring, right? It’s predictable… and often just a little too busy.

When you opt to travel during off-peak times, you can get closer to those must-sees a little easier and save some money. Savvy travelers know this. It’s why our year over year bookings for Europe in November are up 23%.

and they know there are more than just these surface level benefits.

There’s a slightly more relaxed vibe when the crowds are smaller and there’s more of an opportunity to watch authentic daily life unfold. It’s easier to gain the local perspective when there are more locals around.

Shoulder Season in Sicily

I went to Italy for the first time ever this March, and members of our team had a meeting in Sicily in April. After reading a blog by one of our tour designers about some of the crowding in Italy’s top trending destinations , I was excited to visit the country during a quieter time.

The crew in Sicily completely agreed. There was a consensus among all of us that this was a perfect time to travel to Italy.

There are some incredibly worthy trade-offs. Some smaller shops may not be open for the season yet. The weather is pretty mild, but it’s not quite swimming weather outdoors yet. In March, you may have to work a little harder in a small town to find a restaurant that has gelato available so early in the season.

But imagine being on our Old World Sicily and Malta tour in March or April. During some free time, you’re able to sit at an outdoor café with your small cup of espresso. You can take in the warm, mild weather without sweating with a hot coffee. You’ll be able listen to the locals have a vibrant conversation in Sicilian, instead of listening to people ask for directions in English.

Off-Peak Peru

Peru’s high season falls between May and August. You’ll find warmer weather, but also more crowds during this time. Going guided means you’ll have guaranteed reservations to those key sites like Machu Picchu, and guaranteed access to tough places to reach like the Galapagos Islands. But there will still be crowds during that time.

Our recommendation to beat the crowds? Book your spot on the Machu Picchu and Galapagos Wonders tour somewhere between November through March. Bonus for foodies: These are great months to get reservations in some of Lima’s top restaurants. Our favorites for ceviche in the city are Awicha, Astrid y Gaston, and La Mar!

Low Season in Costa Rica

The distinction of a “rainy” season sounds a little daunting, right? I wrote a blog about touring Costa Rica with my grandma earlier this year, and we admittedly aimed for the dry season. But truthfully? We still had bouts of rain!

Costa Rica has a dozen different climate zones, and some are more prone to rain year-round. The Monteverde Rain Forest, for example, gets about 120 inches of rain a year. No matter when you go to Costa Rica, you should have a light rain jacket ready in these more rain-prone regions.

But the good news? Rainy season tends to have short lived tropical downpours. And the result of those? Access to stunning, lush greenery. Rainy season is also referred to as green season, and it’s worth braving some quick rain for those views.

Supporting Women-Owned Businesses While Traveling

Shopping from women-owned businesses has become popular practice in countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia. It is an opportunity to put our money behind diverse business owners. By shopping small at women-owned enterprises, we elevate their creativity and unique perspectives.

This is just as true afar as it is at home, but there’s a deeper impact globally according to Melissa Snape, our Head of Corporate Citizenship. “Women are the backbone of their communities,” she said. “They are more likely to invest earnings back into their local communities and family. The tourism industry plays a critical role in supporting women owned enterprises and promoting sustainable economic growth. As a company, we are constantly looking for opportunities to partner with women owned businesses.”

Here are some female-led operations you’ll find on our tours:

Female Farmers and Foragers

• On our Japan: Past & Present tour , meet Ama Pearl divers. These women defy conventional gender roles every day. They are extraordinary freestyle divers who dive for fish, seaweed, and pearls. 
• Learn about the incredible efforts at Jóhanna’s goat farm on the Icelandic Adventure tour . Owner Jóhanna Bergmann Þorvaldsdóttir has dedicated her life to keep the Icelandic Goat from facing extinction. You can sample and purchase products made at her farm, like different types of goat cheeses with fresh herbs, jams, and syrups.

Craftswomen

• Kazuri Bead Factory started as a business to support single mothers in Nairobi’s surrounding villages. They still train and employ these women today and offer jewelry artisan training. Learn their stories and see their art on the African Safari: Kenya & Tanzania tour .
• Mysteries of India tour travelers can choose to visit to Dastkar Ranthambore, a social enterprise dedicated to providing employment and training for local female artisans. See the wood block to fabric printing process and learn how women are keeping this art form alive.

Culinary Professionals

• For six intensive months, disenfranchised women at the Amal Center train in every aspect of the restaurant industry, with one goal in mind — to secure a job, and secure their own financial independence. Enjoy a hands-on class with them to learn a bit about their stories (and Moroccan cuisine) on the Colors of Morocco tour .
• A half a mile from the Taj Mahal is the Sheroes’ Hangout, run by five women and staffed by women who are the victims of acid attacks. The Sheroes’ Hangout is an inspiring place, empowering women to build back their lives and find community over a cup of coffee. You’ll stop by on the Mysteries of India tour .

Private Touring

Small group touring has been a travel trend for quite a while, but we’re starting to see an increase in private touring in 2024.

Travelers who opt into this style of touring can build a guest list of 10 or more people for their own departure of whatever tour they want.

While building camaraderie with like-minded travelers is a staple in the guided travel space, there’s something special about a curated travel roster, too!

Unique Accommodations

Where you go to sleep at night can be so much more than a place to rest your head. Culturally curious travelers want accommodations they can brag about when they tell the story of their trip.

Ana Rooney, our Vice President of Product Design & Operations, identified this as a huge consideration for our tours. “Our travelers have made it clear — they value excellent hotels,” she said. “They see hotels as an extension of the destination experience and see that unique properties can offer insight into culture. Chateaux, castles, riads, even glass igloos are some of the popular options our travelers love.”

Here are some trendy overnights we’re noticing have earned top marks from travelers this year:

• Cape Pawna Hotel in Phuket, Thailand was once the site of a coconut plantation. The Sino-Portuguese style Pawna House mansion is set on the beach in a remote spot and offers some respite from the hustle and bustle of the busier Thai cities. Bonus: The food gets rave reviews! It’s featured on our Wonders of Thailand tour .
• Bovey Castle in Devon, UK is a proper country retreat. Delve firsthand into the English people’s love of stately homes during your stay at this neo-Elizabethan manor house. Catch a glimpse into the lifestyle of English aristocracy on our new Shades of the English Countryside tour .
• The Wallow in Victoria Falls, South Africa is a luxury safari lodge. This tented lodge is set on a private game reserve. The rooms combine sliding glass doors, wood doors, and canvas walls to create a simple but modern take on the safari experience. (Plus, everyone gets an ensuite bathroom because we all still want those creature comforts.) Get a little closer to nature on the Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana tour .

Safari Tours

People spend their lives dreaming of going on a safari. And in 2024, adventurers are taking the leap and making those dreams a reality.

In Swahili, “safari” means “journey” and to you, it will mean that and so much more. Game drives across serene plains and sprawling grasslands. Searching for the elusive Big Five animals: the African lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and the Cape buffalo. These tours also go beyond the wildlife, and take you closer to the culture.

The best part? It’s all within reach and super easy with a tour. Learn more about the benefits of booking a safari tour here .

Chasing the Northern Lights

The elusive aurora borealis have had a hold on adventurous travelers for decades and that trend continues to shine bright this year. Whether travelers are chasing them in Europe or North America, there’s seemingly no end in sight to the lengths people will go for this natural phenomenon.

We started our own search with our Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights tour , and this remains one of the most popular destinations to find the lights. Scandinavian neighbor

Finland is catching up, though! Travelers flock to the Finnish Lapland, home of frequent occurrences of the aurora borealis (and also Santa, if you listen to the Finns.) The Northern Lights of Finland tour includes 3 nights at the famous Kakslauttanen Resort – a front row seat to the wilderness with both glass igloo and log cabin accommodations.

There’s a great opportunity to search for the northern lights in North America, too! Our suggestion is to head out on the Alaska’s Northern Lights tour . Their aurora season falls between late August and late April. In this sweet spot, travelers have over a 90% chance to see the northern lights when they spend at least three nights in Fairbanks.

Spontaneous, Last-Minute Bookings

Sometimes, it pays to just go. There are some great deals to be had with this method, and savvy travelers have taken note.

Whether it’s on a quick domestic trip, or a larger trip like a safari or a tour to a far-flung destination, more and more travelers are booking with a quicker turnaround. Our team has seen a significant increase in travelers booking within three months of their departure date. It’s an interesting trend, and something that was rare for our booking trends prior to 2020.

There’s an extra layer of comfort added to the “pack up and go” method when you opt to book a tour. There’s no stress about the details being missed in the crunched timeframe. You don’t have to worry about paying extra for an excursion because of a last-minute booking with limited availability. Dinner reservations are covered, too.

We take care of everything, so you really only need to pack up and go.

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Shrines of Italy (2024)

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Places You’ll See

• Introduction
• Day 1 Overnight Flight
• Day 2 Rome, Italy
• Day 3 Rome - Assisi
• Day 4 Assisi - Optional Florence Excursion
• Day 5 Assisi - Loreto - San Giovanni Rotondo
• Day 6 San Giovanni Rotondo - Monte Sant’Angelo - San Giovanni Rotondo
• Day 7 San Giovanni Rotondo - Tomb of Matthew the Apostle - Campania
• Day 8 Campania - Abbey of Montecassino - The Catacombs - Rome
• Day 9 Rome - Papal Audience - Christian Rome City Tour
• Day 10 Rome - Vatican Museum - St. Peter’s Basilica
• Day 11 Rome - Tour Ends

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• For any tour departing before September 3rd, 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 3rd, 2024, a minimum payment of $349 is required to confirm your booking with Collette. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Reflections of Italy - 2024

• Visit a historic winery in the heart of the Chianti region.
• Enjoy a chef-led cooking class with lunch in a historic castle.
• Dine on regional delicacies and fine Italian wines.
• Enjoy a boat trip to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration.
• Explore Cortona, the postcard-worthy village that serves as the setting for Under the Tuscan Sun.
• Step to the front of the line to see Michelangelo’s famous statue of David.
• Behold medieval Assisi, the hometown of St. Francis.
• Enjoy a scenic journey through Tuscany’s graceful low-lying hills.
• Set out on a locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.

What's this trip about?

Travel themes, destinations, attractions.

• Historic sightseeing

Welcome to Italy, a land rich in history, culture, art and romance. Your journey begins with an overnight flight.

Begin in Rome, the “Eternal City.” This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner featuring regional specialties.

This morning, experience Florence’s cultural treasures on a walking tour, passing by the Duomo, the Baptistery, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Piazza della Signoria. The rest of the day is yours. Perhaps you’ll join an after-hours tour of the 14th-century Certosa monastery, followed by dinner featuring local wines, Tuscan food, and live entertainment.

Your journey comes to a close in Como this morning.

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Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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True adventures go beyond incredible destinations or inclusive packages. Collette delivers a sense of possibility across all seven continents.

Since 1918, we have been sharing our love of travel. Today our worldwide travel collection features comprehensive land tours, river cruises, rail journeys, small group tours, family trips, garden holidays and more. With Collette, wake each morning on tour with a new experience in front of you, and when your head hits the pillow, you will know it has been an amazing day. Best of all - we seamlessly handle the details. All you have to do is enjoy the adventure.

Everyone at Collette believes travel is vital to a life well-lived and our executive team sets the tone. Drawing on a diverse set of skills that includes operations, sales, information technology, law and financial planning, they work across three offices to bring you the best experience possible.

There are so many benefits to letting someone else take on all the details that come with having The Perfect Trip. See why more and more travelers choose to Go Guided — and why they never go back.

5 Reasons to Go Guided:

Go Tour Managers!

On Day 1 of your trip, you’ll meet a friendly person who sure does know a lot about your tour and the destinations you’re visiting. This highly skilled professional is your tour manage and from the moment you meet this key player on your tour, you’ll know you’re in good hands. With their rich travel backgrounds, as well as their useful information about language, currency, and all things local, you can relax and enjoy the ride.

Go Culture!

Visiting a destination gives you a taste of the local culture. But imagine actually becoming part of that culture. Staying overnight in an Irish castle like Old-World royalty…feeling the cool waters of the Great Barrier Reef envelop you as you snorkel in its turquoise paradise…or rolling dough with an Italian chef to make the perfect pizza. It’s not just about all the iconic spots that will make for the best photos, it’s about diving into another world that makes for the best memories.

Go Product Team!

Our product experts are probably on the road right now — scoping out the best of our worldwide destinations. They go, take it all in, and find the moments they love best. Those are the moments they create for you. Those experiences and sights comprise each itinerary and make each one extra-special. Best of all, you don’t have to plan a thing. You just need to choose which itinerary best suits you.

Travel is social by nature. Guided travel is extra social. Meet a cast of characters: your fellow travelers, tour manager, driver, local guides and more. The social aspect of guided travel is one of the best parts! Many travelers on our tours have forged lasting friendships. Think of all the wonderful people waiting to meet you out in the world.

Go Worry-Free!

Your peace of mind is the most important thing to us. And that starts with our roundtrip home to airport sedan service. Forget taxis, airport fees, or public transportation. We will get you there...and back. And if for any reason you need to cancel your tour, you can do so — right up until the day before departure — and receive a full refund (thanks to our travel protection plan).

There are many ways to experience the world:

Among Collette’s worldwide collection of tours we offer a variety of guided travel choices. No matter where (or how) you want to go, Collette can take you there.

Small Groups, Big Experiences

From vibrant cities to remote villages, immerse yourself in other worlds. As part of a small group, enjoy accommodations chosen to capture the spirit of the destination, savor spectacular local cuisine, and take the time to explore on your own. Along the way Explorations sets the stage for the unexpected moments that make travel so special. With just 12-24 passengers, these are the personal adventures that today’s cultural explorers dream about.

Amazing Family Moments Included

Collette's Family tours bring travelers of all ages together to experience the world’s greatest destinations. There’s no better classroom than the world, no better education than taking a walk through history. Today’s parents — and grandparents — want to share the riches of travel with their children and grandchildren. Each tour in our family line is specially crafted with the best local experiences, iconic must-see's, family-oriented hotels and immersive cultural activities. Children ages 14 and under enjoy substantially discounted rates.

Collette's Cancel for Any Reason Travel Protection Plan

The Traveling Well Experience

Our commitment to your well-being and enjoyment.

There’s no denying that life and travel will likely look a little different for the foreseeable future, which is why we worked with our partners all over the world to create enhanced protective measures for our guests. These measures are intended to help safeguard guests’ health and well-being, while allowing for an enjoyable travel experience.  

From flexible booking to more open space on the coach and much more – all aspects of travel have been considered. This is  The Traveling Well Experience .

• Travel Protection Plan  – cancel for any reason up until 24 hours before departure, plus provides numerous on-tour protections
• More Physical Space  – on the coach, in restaurants, and more
• Wellness Protocols  – for partners like motor coach operators, hotels, restaurants, and airlines
• Enhanced Tour Manager Training  ­– our tour managers are destination experts and highly equipped to handle a variety of unexpected situations – including illnesses and emergencies

Before Your Tour

Cancel for Any Reason Waiver

Our Travel Protection Plan financially protects you in the event you need to cancel or move your trip to a different date. Learn more here

Pre-Tour Health Screenings

We will ask all travellers to complete a wellness declaration form before joining their tour.

Private Sedan Service

Your ride to and from the airport will be stocked with fresh water for every pickup and all surfaces will be disinfected daily and after every passenger.

Specific details will vary by airline, but standard operations typically include flight attendants wearing masks, sanitizing all surfaces between flights and physical distancing. For links to major airlines, head to the bottom of the page, or visit your airline’s website for specific information.

On Your Tour

Smaller Groups

Tours will operate with a number of empty seats to allow guests to space out for a more comfortable experience.

Your Tour Manager

We have employed new and enhanced hygiene & physical distancing protocols for tour managers. They are local experts and highly trained to handle a variety of unexpected situations — including illnesses and emergencies. They are also available 24/7 for guests throughout the tour should any situation arise.

Use of Face Coverings

Face coverings will be included with your pre-tour documents and will be required throughout many experiences on tour including the motor coach and air travel.

Motor Coach

All surfaces will be sanitized often, including regular cleaning of high-touch areas with disinfecting wipes. Hand sanitizer will be available at all times and drivers will wear protective gear when appropriate.

On-Tour Experiences

We work closely with our local partners to ensure adequate physical distancing during meals, experiences, and sightseeing. Guests may be rotated in smaller sub-groups when necessary.

On-Tour Insurance Coverages

When you purchase our Travel Protection Plan, you’ll have access to telehealth services should you need it, plus you’re covered on tour for emergency assistance, baggage loss, trip interruption, medical expenses, and more. Learn more here

Self-Screening

We will ask all travellers to monitor their health throughout their tour, with protocols in place in the event someone becomes ill.

Specific protocols will vary from destination to destination, hotel to hotel. Overall, rooms and areas like restaurants, fitness centres, etc. will be deep-cleaned regularly, with rooms disinfected thoroughly between guests. High-traffic areas like lobbies and elevators will be cleaned hourly.

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Ciao Bella Italia!

Whether it’s old-world traditions and wonderful culture, cuisine, history, fashion or natural beauty, Italy is special to many people for different reasons. Few other countries boast so many legendary cities. There are also many charming hill towns and coastal villages that showcase Italy’s amazing natural beauty. From the big cities to the small towns, there is always something exciting to see in Italy. With so many reasons to visit, the rest is up to you!

Destination Must-See's

Cinque Terre:

Cinque Terre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, which means that it is a valuable and protected place on earth. Feel like you have stepped back in time when you visit this collection of colorful medieval villages sitting high on the edge of the sea.

Visit a place that was frozen in time in the summer of A.D. 79. Soak in 2,000 years of history at the excavated ruins of Pompeii as a local expert provides you with a detailed view of this incredibly preserved archaeological site.

The Colosseum is the largest amphitheater ever built and perhaps one of the most recognizable places on the planet. It sits right in the center of Rome and was constructed by emperors of the Flavian dynasty. Imagine being there in its day!

Go off the beaten path to see the Castello Sestiere area with a local guide and get to know authentic Venice. You’ll be able to walk canal by canal through streets lined with historic buildings and old churches. See how the locals live every day with each step you take in this unique city.

Destination Must-Do's

Tour Lucca:

The fascinating medieval city of Lucca is surrounded by 16th-century Renaissance walls. Choose to see it by bike or on foot, but either way will bring you to see the Cathedral of San Martino, the Piazza Napoleone and the Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, all sites you simply should not miss.

Eat Bread in Tuscany:

Tuscan people are absolutely obsessed with their bread and olive oil. When in Tuscany, make sure you begin your meal with a beautifully toasted slice of bread that’s been rubbed with garlic, generously brushed with olive oil and sprinkled with just a hint of salt. You will melt with delight.

Visit Capri:

On a beautiful day, take a boat trip from the stunning Amalfi Coast to the lovely Mediterranean island of Capri. There, a local expert will bring you on a tour of a dreamy place that can only be described as paradise on earth.

Drink wine:

Just about anywhere you go in Italy, you’re going to encounter fantastic wine. Whether you’re in Tuscany, Stresa, Piedmont, Umbria or any other region of this beautiful country, taste the wine. Buy a few bottles and bring it home to enjoy with friends and family.

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