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Top 40 Travel Ideas in May

From Supportive Airplane Head Rests to Female-Only Capsule Hotels

— May 14, 2016 — World
The May 2016 travel trends reveal that companies are not only interested in changing the way consumers travel, but also where they are traveling to. Indeed, companies are increasingly working to make travel more comfortable, more accessible and more affordable for the average person.

While companies have been trying to make long-distance travel more comfortable for many years, the wellbeing of travelers remains a top priority. In terms of air travel this includes everything from more ergonomic headrests to jets that can travel faster than the speed of sound without suffering from dangerous sonic booms. In terms of more conventional forms of travel, such upgrades include train rides that now incorporate elements of VR technology.

Beyond the comfort of travelers, the May 2016 travel trends also reveal an emphasis on the overall travel experience. For instance, there is now a female-only capsule hotel in Japan that caters to women traveling alone. On the other end of the spectrum, the Generator Hostel Amsterdam is designed to promote social interaction between travelers. These examples demonstrate the growing demand for companies catering to different traveler needs and experiences.
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Mobile Passport Apps
Mobile Passport Apps
This App Makes It Easier For International Travelers to Skip Passport Control
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Comparative Urban Travel Apps
Comparative Urban Travel Apps
The 'Where Is Williamsburg' App is Designed For New Yorkers
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Rapid Flight WiFi Services
Rapid Flight WiFi Services
Gogo 2Ku Offers Super Speedy Internet Connection While in the Air
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Family-Friendly Resort Passes
Family-Friendly Resort Passes
This Theme Park Offers Discounts for Parents and Toddlers
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Immediate Trip Planning Features
Immediate Trip Planning Features
The Hostelworld App My Trips Section Helps Users Explore Cities
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35
Interactive Map Videos
Interactive Map Videos
Online Platform TripGlimpse Helps Travellers Plan Their Next Vacation
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34
On-Demand Couchsurfing Apps
On-Demand Couchsurfing Apps
The 'Overnight' App Lets Users Book Last-Minute Stays with Local Hosts
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33
Offline Navigation Maps
Offline Navigation Maps
The Citymaps App Now Includes Offline Navigation and Integrated Routing
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Scandinavian Tourism Hotlines
Scandinavian Tourism Hotlines
The Swedish Number Connects Callers to Swedes for Open Conversation
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Simulated Aircraft Safety Apps
Simulated Aircraft Safety Apps
Prepare for Impact Readies Passengers for Potential Accidents
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Chat-Based Travel Assistants
Chat-Based Travel Assistants
'Go Hero' Helps Travelers Outsource Hotel and Activity Bookings
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29
Animated Travel Campaigns
Animated Travel Campaigns
Eurostar is Using Creative Instagram Posts to Drive Engagement
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Social Media Boarding Passes
Social Media Boarding Passes
This Airline Now Uses Facebook Messenger to Send Flight Updates
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Paperless Passport Apps
Paperless Passport Apps
De La Rue Let Consumers Keep Their Travel Documents on Their Smartphone
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Melting Neon Billboards
Melting Neon Billboards
This Neon Billboard Made from Ice Encourages People to Thaw Out in Mexico
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Educational Travel Websites
Educational Travel Websites
Icelandair Lets People Create Their Own Aurora Borealis
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360-Degree Train Tours
360-Degree Train Tours
Rocky Mountaineer's Virtual Reality Train Tour Showcases the Rockies
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Conceptual Stingray Spacecrafts
Conceptual Stingray Spacecrafts
This Disney's Tomorrowland Spaceship is Modelled After Sea Life
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Salt-Based Posters
Salt-Based Posters
This Inventive Travel Poster Gives a Taste of the Region in Sea Salt
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21
Digital Concierge Services
Digital Concierge Services
The Aces Concierge Service is Now Available Via the HotelTonight App
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Shareable Travel Experience Platforms
Shareable Travel Experience Platforms
Tripstir Allows Millenials to Exchange Tips and Travel Plans
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Sonic Boom-Preventing Jets
Sonic Boom-Preventing Jets
The Quiet Supersonic Flight Could Help Reduce Noise Pollution
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Home Rental Matchmaking Applications
Home Rental Matchmaking Applications
Airbnb's New Matching Feature Helps Pair Travelers with Hosts
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Safe Navigation Apps
Safe Navigation Apps
The RedZone App Safely Navigates Users Away From High Crime Locations
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Authentic Locale Travel Apps
Authentic Locale Travel Apps
Airbnb's Mobile Platform Provides Dining and Attraction Suggestions
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Communicative Symbol Shirts
Communicative Symbol Shirts
The IconSpeak T-Shirt Uses Symbols to Universally Exchange Information
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Female-Only Capsule Hotels
Female-Only Capsule Hotels
Japan's Nadeshiko Hotel Shibuya is a Hotel for Women
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Sporty Stadium Bedrooms
Sporty Stadium Bedrooms
This Airbnb Rio De Janeiro Accommodation is Inside the Rio Olympic Arena
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Economy Airline Beds
Economy Airline Beds
Geven Has Designed Lie-Flat Seats Geared to Economy Airplane Passengers
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Art Gallery Hotel Suites
Art Gallery Hotel Suites
The BnA Hotel Tokyo Immerses Travelers in Work by Local Artists
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Interest-Based Navigation Apps
Interest-Based Navigation Apps
Walking App Sidekix Helps You Discover New Places En Route
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Marathon-Centric Hotel Packages
Marathon-Centric Hotel Packages
The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Offers a Package for Runners
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Stylish Smart Luggage
Stylish Smart Luggage
RADEN Combines Suitcases with an App for Convenient Features
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Shared Home Designs
Shared Home Designs
Airbnb-Styled Homes Shows How the Company is Shaping the Future of Housing
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Eclectic Hostel Experiences
Eclectic Hostel Experiences
The Generator Hostel Amsterdam Exudes an Ultramodern Aesthetic
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Space-Saving Baggage Compressors
Space-Saving Baggage Compressors
The 'VAGO' Clothing Compression Device Saves Up to 50% of Space
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Shark-Infested Underwater Bedrooms
Shark-Infested Underwater Bedrooms
This Airbnb Aquarium Suite is the Brand's Latest Contest
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Luxury Travel Pop-Ups
Luxury Travel Pop-Ups
'The Carry-On' is Pop-Up Series from High-End Retailer Kit and Ace
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Supportive Airplane Head Rests
Supportive Airplane Head Rests
The HeadRest is a Device That Could Make Flying More Comfortable
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Tech-Centric Travel Packs
Tech-Centric Travel Packs
'Lifepack' Travel Backpacks Feature Anti-Theft and Solar Technology
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