The winter and holiday season is a common time for people to take off, mainly in an attempt to avoid the cold weather, and the December 2014 travel trends are in line with the sentiment. Yet there is also another offshoot of the holiday season seeping into this industry and that has to do with gifts. Travel gifts are a great option for friends, families and colleagues. From kits to luggage and more, there are ways to be creative, thoughtful and memorable.
The collection of December 2014 travel trends also touches on the idea of efficient travel. Many designers, airlines and more are turning to technology to improve people's experience with their company and services overall.
Top 50 Travel Trends in December
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InFlight Cocktail Kits
The Carry On Cocktail Kit Livens Up the Drink Choices When In the Air
48
Mesmerising Desert Tents
Léa Donnan's Afghan Tents Brighten Up the Desert
47
Mile High Accommodations
The KLM Airplane Airbnb Brings In-Flight Entertainment to the Next Level
46
Modern Adventurer Motorhomes
The Winnebago Travato is Made for Outdoor Explorers Not Retirees
45
Futuristic Island Yachts
Project Utopia Could be Mistaken for a Landed Alien Spaceship
44
Urbanized Outdoor Bags
Madden Equipment Creates Sleek Backpacks and Daytrippers for City Dwellers
43
Uncomfortably Adventurous Photography
Cory Richards Focuses on Life's Struggles in His Work
42
Contemporary Norwegian Passports
Norway Introduces a Gorgeous Redesign of Their Travel Documents
41
Shirt-Pressing Cafes
This Unique Cafe in Japan Has Maids That Will Iron Your Garments
40
Ethereal Icelandic Photos
Chris Burkard's Photos of Iceland Are Stunning
39
Snowy Mountain Photography
Into the Wild by Rositsa Ergina Captures an Alaskan National Park
38
Train Costume Contests
This Adult Halloween Costume Contest in Japan Took Place on a Train
37
Enchanting Literary Hotels
The Wonderland House Brings a Classic Tale to Life
36
Two-Way Photography Series
These Fun Travel Photos Capture a Guy and a Girl's Views Through a Lens
35
Sky High Sport Excursions
Heli-Skiing in Alaska is a Dare-Devil's Adventure
34
Luggage-Leaving Hospitality Schemes
This Hotel Luggage Storage Service Increases Customer Loyalty
33
Sportfishing-Specializing Accomodations
This Alaska Lodge is on the Banks of the Kenai River
32
Cave-Exploring Cable Cars
The World's Largest Cave Will Be Explorable By Cable Car
31
Haunted Train Stunts
Virgin Trains Hires a Paranormal Consultant Ahead of Halloween
30
Photography-Based Tourism Apps
The Social Network Turns Your Travel Pics Into a Trip-Planning Tool
29
Renaissance Tea Houses
The Baoputang Teahouse Focuses on the Tradition Surrounding the Ritual
28
Experiential Messaging Apps
Meetey Helps You Share Experiences with Others Nearby
27
Working Sabbatical Services
The Jobbatical Platform Lists Short-Term Career Break Opportunities
26
Digital Silence Campaigns
'Minute of Silence' Challenges Phone Users to Pay Their Respects
25
Fragrant Travel Globes
Heathrow Airport Sends You on a Trip of Smells Around the World
24
Local Architecture Apps
This Portland Design App from R/GA Highlights Gems in the Community
23
Printable Vacation Wear
Janne Kyttanen Creates a 3D-Printed Wardrobe Using Modern Technology
22
Virtual Cloudgazing Contests
Delta Wants You to Stare at the Clouds Online to Win a Trip Ticket
21
Road Trip Music Kits
This Music Packaging for Spotify Blends Web with Road Trips
20
Seasonal Travel Apps
In Beta, This App Offers Travel Recommendations Based on the Time of Year
19
Food-Focused Terminal Redesigns
The United Airlines Terminal at Newark Airport is Getting a Reboot
18
Efficient Packing Tips
This Infographic Offers Tricks to Pack Efficiently When Travelling
17
Social Flight Apps
The Quicklet Air Travel App Now Lets You Facebook Creep Fellow Passengers
16
Insightful Travel Magazines
Airbnb's 'Pineapple' Aims to Inspire New and Seasoned Adventurers
15
Recreational Start-Up
Trend Hunter's Misel Saban Counts Down Her Top Picks for New Travel Startups
14
Tailored Travel Guides
DELI Uses a Travel Quiz to Make Suggestions for Entertainment & Activities
13
Holiday Selfie Suggestions
This Infographic Offers Tips on Taking Smartphone Self-Portraits
12
Airport Transit Payment Apps
Torontonians Will Be Able to Pay for the Union Pearson Express By App
11
Travel SIM Card Stickers
KnowRoaming's Travel Sim Card Add-Ons Clamp Down on High Roaming Costs
10
Storytelling Insurance Ads
K&H's Ad Tells a Tale of Getting Hurt While Skiing with Just Photos
9
Flight Simulation Billboards
This Travel Billboard from KLM Turns the Public into Pilots
8
Social Travel Directories
Facebook's Places Directory Helps You Explore the Best of What's Nearby
7
Elfin Shipping Services
Virgin Trains Promotes Its Bag Magic Service with a Jolly Cast of Elves
6
Travel Tip Calculators
'Tip This Much' Details How Much to Tip Around the World
5
Historic Simulation Apps
Union Station's Living History App Lets You Experience Parts of the Past
4
Contemporary Latin Boutique Hotels
The Casco Viejo Hotel Boasts Patterned Tiles and Airy Spaces
3
Heartwarming Headrest Messages
KLM's Cover Greetings Surprises Passengers with Personalized Notes
2
Alaskan Wildlife Expeditions
This National Geographic Expedition Explores the Arctic State
1
Scenic Route Map Apps
Yahoo Labs Creates a Digital Map that Encourages People to Smell the Roses
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Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns
SKIMS' Holiday Campaign Was Inspired by Vintage Magazines
Affordable Skincare Holiday Collections
Burt's Bees Launches a Series of Giftable Bundles
Festively Fashionable Cafe Kitchenwares
Starbucks Holiday Drinkware Comes in Many Styles
Luxurious Airline Amenity Kits
Etihad Airways Debuts Giorgio Armani Loungewear and Amenity Kits
Fair Trade Beauty Advent Calendars
The Body Shop's Big Advent of Change Gift Set Features 25 Items
Electric-Hued Luggage Collections
The Away Neon Collection is Available for a Limited Time
At-Home Beach Kits
easyJet Holidays Curated a Beach in a Box to Uplift Sun-Starved People
Thai Airline Amenity Kits
Thai Airways Unveils the New Royal Silk Amenity Kits for Passengers
Interactive Travel Map Apps
The 'Proxi' Travel App Offers Curated Travel Plans and More
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Fashion-Branded Coffee Carriers
The Barbour Tartan Reusable Travel Mugs Come in Two Options
Spice Advent Calendars
Just Spices Curated 24 Spice Blends to Discover in December
Butter-Themed Travel Collections
BTS and Samsonite Debut a ‘Butter’-Inspired Travel Collection
Naughty Holiday Campaigns
Diesel's XXXMas is Inspired by Erotic 90s Aesthetics
Cozy Luxury Winter Campaigns
The Burberry Winter 2023 Campaign Has Launched
Branded Departure Boards
"Bumble Airlines" Promotes a Premium Dating App Feature
AI Travel Campaigns
Away's Extraordinary Is Out There Uses AI to Show Real-World Destinations
Rewarding Travelwear Collections
Fruit of the Loom and Southwest Airlines Made Travel Uniforms
Seasonal Eyelash Kits
Maybelline New York Launches Two Holiday Beauty Sets in 2023
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Festive Beverage Menus
Second Cup's New Holiday Menu Features Limited Time Offerings
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Trackable Heated Travel Mugs
The Ember Travel Mug2+ Works with Apple Find My
Premium Skincare Amenity Kits
JetBlue's Mint Airline Amenity Kits Feature Multiple New York Brands
Couple-Focused Fashion Campaigns
The Burberry 'B:Mine' Campaign Showcases Intimacy and Gifts
Road Trip-Inspired Candle Collections
Unbound Glo Debuts the Road Trips Collection
Anniversary-Honoring Vintage Drinkware
Starbucks and Disney Join Forces on a New Collection
Luxurious Amenity Kits
EVA Air Teams Up with Giorgio Armani and Jason Wu for a New Travel Kit
Minimalist Collaboration Coffee Carriers
Starbucks x fragment Design Collection Has Two Sizes
Traveling Fine Art Campaigns
EasyJet's Get Out There Features Mona Lisa, The Thinker and More
AI Travel Planners
Travel Wiz Creates Personalized Travel Itineraries in Minutes
Influencer-Crafted Gin Cocktails
These Tanqueray Gin Holiday Drinks Celebrate Canadian Traditions
AI Travel Assistants
Trip.com Group Positions Its Tripgenie Service as Groundbreaking
AI-Powered Travel Chatbots
TripGen Offers Real-Time Travel Tips, Itinerary Suggestions & More
Microcation Planning Services
Going Places Travel Helps Plan the Perfect Short Vacation
Modern-Day Travel Campaigns
Louis Vuitton Invites Gisele Bündchen for 'Horizons Never End'
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
AI-Powered Travel Itinerary Platforms
The 'Travelmoji' AI Travel Planner Makes Use of ChatGPT
Festive Coffee Advent Calendars
Onyx Coffee Lab Presents the 2023 Coffee Advent Calendar
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Branded Holiday Gifting Suites
Scotch Brand Created a Festive Suite for Wrapping & Packing Gifts
Sophisticated Travel-Friendly Fashion
Norse Projects Boasts the Travel Light Capsule for SS23
Nourishing Holiday Cosmetics
The Tree Hut Holiday Collection Gifting or Self-Indulgence-Ready
Organized Travel Planning Templates
Notion Travel Itinerary Planner Has Navigation and Expenses
AI Travel Assistants
Expedia Launched a Travel Chatbot Plugin Powered by ChatGPT
Festive Airline Post Boxes
easyJet's Letters to Santa Campaign Supports Traveling Families
Collaborative Travel Planning Tools
Hollihopper Offers Live Collaboration to Organize Itineraries
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Opulent Branded Holiday Events
Moët & Chandon Unveils a One-of-a-Kind Event in New York City
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
AI-Powered Trip Planners
Guide Uses AI to Help with Hotel Selection, Itineraries, and More
Co-Branded Digital Travel Hubs
The Corona Global Hub Spotlights Experiences Rooted in Nature
Retrospective Travel Accessories Exhibit
Rimowa Celebrates 125 Years with a New Exhibit
Peaceful Holiday Ads
IKEA's Take A Holiday From The Holidays Reminds People to Find Calm
Personalized Guided Audio Tours
WeGoTrip Slows Travel Down with Personalized Audio Guides
Americana Travel Candy Products
These New Products From MWITR Include M&M's and Maltesers SKUs
Novel Outdoor Design Capsules
Marmot & Better™ Gift Shop Collaborate on Eco-Friendly Winter Series
Customizable Holiday Treats
Sugarwish Offers Special Holiday Treats as Part of Its Gifting Service
Airline Amenity Add-Ons
Etihad Airways Launches a New Amenity Kit and Loungewear Selection
Travel Beauty Kits
ESW Beauty Launches Two Travel-Friendly Kits for the Holidays
Feature-Rich Airport Apps
The 'byAir' App Offers Indoor Maps, Transport Options and More
Smart Trip-Planning Tools
Trips by Steller Combines Human Intelligence with AI
On-the-Go Wine Accessories
Out of the Woods Presents the Ultimate Wine Bundle
Holiday-Ready Winter Sports Fashion
Uniform Experiment and fragment design Boasts a Holiday Line
Beloved Holiday QSR Beverages
Starbucks Canada Ushers in the Holiday Season with Festive Offerings
Authentic AI-Powered Travel Experiences
Tailbox is an AI Travel Tool Offering Personalized Trips
Multi-Generational Travel Deals
easyJet Holidays' Grans Go Free Supports Affordable Family Travel
Travel-Ready Mini Cocktails
Golden Rule Destination Cocktails are Compact for Adventures
TV-Show Christmas Markets
The Emily In Paris Pop-Up In NYC Transported Visitors to Paris
Premium Airplane Amenity Kits
Emirates Presents Its New Bulgari Amenity Kits for Travelers
Seasonal Popcorn Bottle Kits
These New Popcorn Kitchen Popcorn Kits are Ready for the Holidays
Wintertime Cafe Menu Items
The Dunkin' Winter 2023 Menu Will Arrive After Christmas
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
Santa Claus-Inspired Hotels
You Can Book a Stay at Santa Claus’ Cabin This Winter
AI City Travel Planners
Travelicious is an AI Travel Planner Specifically for Cities
Globally Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Pine Bar's Wanderlust Menu Offers a Journey for the Senses
Expansive Seasonal Confectionery Collections
The Nestlé Christmas 2023 Range Has New and Old Faves
Festive Lifestyle Streetwear Capsules
AELIZA Presents the Fourth Autonomy Collection
Stunning Nature-Inspired Tablescapes
Seedlip Taps Social Studies for its New Tablescape Kit
Vacation Rental Campaigns
Airbnb Debuts an Animated Ad That Celebrates Booking a Place to Yourself
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Neon Tonal Premium Luggage
Away Presents its New Neon Collection of Bright Travelling Goods
Festive Rideshare Booths
Uber's Naughty or Nice Booth Rewards Riders with Above-Average Scores
Connective Travel Recommendations
LFG Curates 'Placelists' Acting as a "Spotify for Travel"
Romantic Getaway Platforms
Travel Platform LOVU Introduces the BETA for its Romantic Travel App
Accessible Seasonal Celebration Products
These Target Holiday Products are Priced at $5 or Less
Upcycled Aircraft Luggages
Emirates Launches a Collection Made from Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
Festive Cocktail Concierges
The Cutwater Holiday Concierge Supports Seamless Seasonal Entertaining
In-Flight Cocktail Menus
Straightaway Cocktails and Alaska Airlines Deliver In-Flight Cocktails
Festive In-Flight Serves
Black Cow Signs a Deal with Virgin Atlantic for Long-Haul Flights
Solo Traveler Planning Apps
The ffaroh. App Connects Travelers to Others When Exploring Alone
Festive Holiday Beverage Lineups
Twice Daily and White Bison Coffee Launch the New Holiday Menu
Festive Film Vehicles
Turo Helps Drivers Spread Seasonal Cheer with Limited-Edition Elfmobiles
Revisited Inflight Menus
Alaska Airlines' Greatest Hits Menu Brings Back Favorite Inflight Meals
Comprehensive AI Trip Planners
TravelPal Recommends Activities, Walking Routes, Dinners, and More
Ski-Ready Luxurious Sportswear
Gucci and adidas Continue to Grow their Partnership with Capsule
Boomer-Friendly Travel Services
Silver Travel Advisor Offers Curated Holidays for Mature Travelers
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Festive Artisan Coffee Menus
The Caribou Coffee Holiday Menu Has New and Returning Favorites
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Airline Merchandise Capsules
Virgin Atlantic Launches a Merchandise Collection for Travelers
Festive Holiday Cocktail Kits
Elevate Holiday Spirits with St-Rémy Signature Cocktail Kit
Holiday-Ready Whisky Cocktails
Grant's Whisky Introduces Tailored Cocktails for the Holiday Season
Celebratory Seasonal QSR Deals
Wendy's 12 Days of Holiday Deals Gets Customers Ready for Christmas
Social Trip-Planning Apps
TripMap Makes Trip Planning Easier with Expense Tracking and More
Airport-Navigation App Updates
The Latest Uber Updates Make Planning Travel More Streamlined
Pop Culture Airline Costumes
easyJet's Crew Traded easyJet Uniforms for Iconic Eurovision Outfits
QSR Summer Promotions
Starbucks Canada Offers Mobile Ordering and Rewards at Canadian Airports
Premium In-Flight Cosmetics
Thirteen Lune and American Airlines Partnered for Onboard Amenities
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Festive Film Lounges
M&M's Merry Movie Holiday Lounge Enhances Holiday Travel Experiences
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
All-in-One Travel Planners
Traveleva Keeps All Bookings and Itineraries in One Place
Opulent Airline Kits
Hawaiian Airlines Elevates the In-Flight Experience with Stylish Amenity Kits
Seasonal Artisan Baked Goods
The Paris Baguette Holiday Menu is Packed with Seasonal Options
Nature-Inspired Collections
arcana Boasts a Series of Thoughtful Gifts for the Holidays
Valentine's Day Flight Promotions
PLAY Airlines Ran Valentine's Day Deals This Year
Elevated In-Flight Menus
Delta Airlines Enhances its Onboard Experiences with Upgraded Menus
Digital Holiday QSR Deals
Krystal Krystalmas Deals are Launching for the Holiday Season
Drink Gift Registries
The Drizly Gift Registry Shares the Gift of Great Drinking Experiences
Holiday Meal Savings Campaigns
The Dollar General 'Decked Out In Deals' Campaign is Cost-Conscious
Solo Travel Apps
Bunji Connects Like-Minded Travelers to Enrich Authentic Experiences
Winter-Themed Chocolate Packs
Ritter Sport Travel Retail Edition Winter Selection Tower is Tasty
50+ Solo Travel Experiences
Canadian Company Explore Curates 50+ Singles Trips
Complimentary QSR Item Events
The Jack in the Box 24 Days of Jackmas Promotion Arrives in December
Intimate Care Travel Kits
Summer's Eve Created a Compact Intimate Care Set
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
In-Flight Entertainment Services
Delta Air Lines Introduces 'Delta Sync' on Domestic Flights
Eco-Friendly Travel Cosmetics
The KinKind Travel Sets Bring Natural Cosmetics on the Road
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
Festive Senior Deliveries
easyJet's Jolly Trolley Helps the Spirit of the Season Travel to Seniors
Holiday Home Delivery Upgrades
Amazon Offers an Array of New Holiday Delivery Features
Festive Prepackaged Sandwiches
The Urban Eat Festive Range Includes New and Returning Favorites
In-Flight Taste Tests
The Great Kiwi Snack Off Will Determine Air New Zealand's Onboard Snacks
Winter-Ready QSR Menus
The Dunkin' Winter Menu Includes Several Satisfying Options
In-App Flight Booking Features
Uber Will be Launching Flight Functions in the UK Soon
Locally Driven Travel Agencies
On the Go Tours Offers Authentic Lodgings and Luxury Accommodations
Festive Chip Campaigns
KETTLE Chips' Christmas Campaign Features 24 Days of Prizes