As the May 2017 travel trends reveal, there is an ongoing effort to make air travel a quicker, more comfortable and overall more seamless experience for travelers. This doesn't just mean reducing the stress of navigating a busy airport, but also making planes themselves more comfortable for passengers.
In terms of making airports run more efficiently, one of the most groundbreaking initiatives is the use of facial recognition technology. Currently in use at Heathrow airport, the process allows travelers to board without the need to continually show their passport.
Beyond the airport, the May 2017 travel trends also reveal an emphasis on elevating the in-flight experience. For instance, Hawaiian Airlines features upscale cabins that draw on elements of the island's spirit and traditions. Even more impressive is the Simba Air-Hybrid by Simba Sleep, which makes sleeping on an airplane more comfortable than ever before.
Top 25 Travel Ideas in May
From Passport-Free Travel Boarding to Reengineered Airline Beds:
Katherine Pendrill — May 27, 2017 — World
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Reengineered Airline Beds
The Simba Air-Hybrid Focuses on Comfort for Sleeping on a Plane
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Luxury Airline Cruises
The Crystal AirCruise Offers Luxury Amenities in a Boeing 777 Aircraft
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Beachside Bar Activations
'Bomboras' is a Temporary Beachside Bar in Torquay, Australia
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Hawaiian Airline Cabins
Hawaiian Airlines' New Cabin Design Incorporates Cultural Details
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Millennial-Focused Neon Hostels
COO Hostel was Designed with Millennial Guests in Mind
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Instantaneous Translation Devices
The 'Travis' Personal Translator Works with Over 80 Languages
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Lifeguard Tower Hotels
This Beachside Hut in Tel Aviv is Now a Luxury Pop-Up Hotel
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Keyless Vacation Rentals
August Home and HomeAway are Reshaping Access to Short-Term Rentals
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Pop-Up Beach Bars
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel Created a Luxurious Space to Watch Surfing
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Surprise Rewards Programs
Kimpton Hotels Offers Spontaneous 'Karma Credits' to Guests
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Mobility-Aiding Airport Cars
The Studio Rotor 'Multimobby' Airport Vehicle Turns on the Spot
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Panoramic Airplane Windows
Boeing's SkyView Panoramic Window Offers Picturesque Aerial Views
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Social Travel Networks
'Nomo FOMO' Enables Social Travel Planning by Detailing Trips
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Lavish Indian Resorts
The W Goa is the Luxury Hotel Brand's First Location in India
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VR Hotel Previews
Expedia is Envisioning the Future of Travel with Virtual Reality Listings
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Atypical Tourism Ads
These Bizarre Illinois Travel Posters Encourage Chicago Residents to Explore
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Sculptural Terminal Seats
The 'Sea Cloud' Sculpture Offers an Artistic Touch with Public Seating
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Passport-Free Travel Boarding
British Airways is Using Facial Recognition Tech on Passengers
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Airport-Analyzing Information Apps
The 'Ment' Status App Informs Flyers of Wait Times and More
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Renter-Friendly Lock Systems
HomeAway and August are Partnering to Make Rental Security Easier
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Guest Review Hotel Programs
The Art Series Hotel Group Offers 'Reverse Reviews' to Benefit Guests
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Humorous Youth Travel Promotions
Student Flights Shows Why People Should Travel Early in Life
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Airport Loyalty Programs
Strata Club is a Travel Loyalty Program Specific to the Auckland Airport
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Adventure Show Companion Sites
'Explore Parts Unknown' Lets Anthony Bourdain Fans Dive Deeper
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Pinboard Theme Park Planners
Walt Disney World Created Specialized Pinterest Trip-Planning Tools
Related Ideas
Organized Travel Planning Templates
Notion Travel Itinerary Planner Has Navigation and Expenses
Optimized Airline Travel Bags
The Air Porter Backpack Meets Carry-On Requirements
Double Bed Airline Upgrades
Japan Airlines Elevates its First Class Suites with Larger TVs
Face-First Flight Rest Aids
The 'Trurest' Allows For Restful & Pain-Free Economy-Class Travel
Luxurious Airline Amenity Kits
Etihad Airways Debuts Giorgio Armani Loungewear and Amenity Kits
Posture-Aligned Travel Pillows
The 'Sleeper Hold' Travel Pillow Prevents the Head from Wobbling
Stroller-Equipped Suitcase Designs
The 'Easy Journey Suitcase' Supports Parents with Young Kids
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
3D-Knit Airplane Seat Designs
The 'Modulo' Aircraft Seat Concept Sustainably Upgrades First Class
Electric-Hued Luggage Collections
The Away Neon Collection is Available for a Limited Time
Thai Airline Amenity Kits
Thai Airways Unveils the New Royal Silk Amenity Kits for Passengers
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Interactive Travel Map Apps
The 'Proxi' Travel App Offers Curated Travel Plans and More
Outerwear Travel Retailers
Canada Goose Recently Opened its First Location at Frankfurt Airport
Playful AI Travel Planner
Triplay is the Brainchild of Technology and Travel Enthusiasts
In-Airport Toy Retailers
Toys R Us is Expanding its Retail Presence with Up to 24 Airport Stores
Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs
The Tranquil Airlines Seating Technology Has a Rocking Mechanism
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
Airport Skincare Pop-Ups
The Sol de Janerio Delícia Drench Pop-Up Was at Charles de Gaulle Airport
Tourist Destination Predictions
BonusFinder Canada Used Technology to Predict the Future
AI Travel Exploration Apps
ExploreSoul.AI Creates Instant and Custom Travel Itineraries
Optimized Business Class Cabins
Lufthansa's Next-Gen Business Class Comprises Seven Seat Versions
Upgraded Airline Cabin Products
Lufthansa Launches Its Allegris Product for Premium Customers
Powered Assistive Smart Suitcases
The Mishatu Voyager Smart Suitcase Has the Auto-Follow Mode
Premium Skincare Amenity Kits
JetBlue's Mint Airline Amenity Kits Feature Multiple New York Brands
Mixed-Reality Cola Billboards
This 3D Coca-Cola Billboard Dispenses Real, Cold Drinks
Inflight Snack Stations
United Introduced Self-Serve Grab-and-Go Stations for Economy Fliers
Dog-Friendly Airlines
BARK Air is a First-of-Its-Kind Airline for Dogs
GenAI Trip Planners
Penny is a GenAI Assistant That Enhances Priceline's Trip Intelligence Suite
Luxurious Amenity Kits
EVA Air Teams Up with Giorgio Armani and Jason Wu for a New Travel Kit
Sustainable Modern Luggage Collections
Samsonite Unveils Its ESSENS Collection
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
AI Travel Assistants
Trip.com Group Positions Its Tripgenie Service as Groundbreaking
Airline-Safe Cat Carriers
Tuft + Paw's Porto Cat Carrier is Versatile and Comfortable
Luxury Airport Retail Expansions
Schiphol Airport's Lounge 2 Will Feature More Luxury Brands
AI-Enabled Virtual Travel Assistants
KAYAK is Integrated on ChatGPT to Make Traveling Efficient
AI-Powered Travel Services
'Kayak' Released a Suite of AI Features and an Intuitive Chatbot
Modern-Day Travel Campaigns
Louis Vuitton Invites Gisele Bündchen for 'Horizons Never End'
AI-Powered Travel Itinerary Platforms
The 'Travelmoji' AI Travel Planner Makes Use of ChatGPT
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Sophisticated Travel-Friendly Fashion
Norse Projects Boasts the Travel Light Capsule for SS23
Capacious Airline Seats
These Opulent Seats Are Designed For Ultra-Long-Distance 'Qantas' Flights
Pocket-Sized Travel Kits
The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask + Earplugs is a Traveler's Best Friend
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
Nautical-Themed Spring Runways
Jawara Alleyne Presents the New SS24 Capsule in London
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Multilingual AI Travel App
Traveluh Accounts for Different Cultural Nuances When Planning
AI-Powered Trip Planners
Guide Uses AI to Help with Hotel Selection, Itineraries, and More
Airline-Branded Travel Loungewear
Emirates Launches the New Business Class Pyjamas in Soft Blue
Personalized Guided Audio Tours
WeGoTrip Slows Travel Down with Personalized Audio Guides
Interactive Recruitment Billboards
easyJet's Campaign Encourages Women to Consider a Pilot Career
Cheeky Luggage Tags
Shantell Martin & Various Keytags Boast a Series of Playful Luggage Tags
Mattress Brand Sleep Hotels
The Emma Sleep Hotel Welcomes Guests in Sydney & Taipei
Zero-Emissions Aircraft
This Battery-Electric Aircraft Aims to Revolutionize Air Travel
Sustainable Canned Airline Wines
Spanish Brand Zeena Launches on Air Europa's In-Flight Menu
AI Travel Campaigns
Trivago is Using AI to Replace Spokespeople & Simplify Productions
Ethical Animal Transport Initiatives
Qatar Airways Cargo Launched a Cutting-Edge Animal Centre
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
Travel-Friendly Sheet Sets
ettitude Boast the Sateen Travel Sheet, Ideal for Frequent Travelers
Village-Inspired Tapered Stone Airport
Foster + Partners Designs a Set of Stone Buildings
Airline Amenity Add-Ons
Etihad Airways Launches a New Amenity Kit and Loungewear Selection
Inclusive Amenity Kits
Formia Launches the New Business Class Amenity Kits for Japan Airlines
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
Accessible Airline Seats
Delta is Incorporating Seats to Support Travelers with Mobility Issues
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
1960s-Inspired Airport Hotels
The TWA Hotel in New York Captures the City's 60s Aesthetics
Two-in-One Vacation Programs
Icelandair’s Stopover Program Turns One Vacation into Two
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Premium Airplane Amenity Kits
Emirates Presents Its New Bulgari Amenity Kits for Travelers
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
AI City Travel Planners
Travelicious is an AI Travel Planner Specifically for Cities
AI Africa-Based Travel Apps
The Akwaaba App Provides Insights and Boasts Sustainable Travel
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Entirely Business Class Aircrafts
BermundAir Presents its Aisle Class with New Seating
Redesigned Unifying Transit Terminals
Foster + Partners Renovates the NY Midtown Bus Terminal
Vacation Rental Campaigns
Airbnb Debuts an Animated Ad That Celebrates Booking a Place to Yourself
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Travel-Focused Indian eSIMS
Sensorise Unveils a New Travel eSIM for Indian Consumers
Neon Tonal Premium Luggage
Away Presents its New Neon Collection of Bright Travelling Goods
Connective Travel Recommendations
LFG Curates 'Placelists' Acting as a "Spotify for Travel"
Regional Airport Retailers
Okanagan + Co at Kelowna International Airport Spotlights Local Goods
AI Travel Planners
Chonki.ai Lets Users Browse Curated Travel Experiences from Experts
Romantic Getaway Platforms
Travel Platform LOVU Introduces the BETA for its Romantic Travel App
Personalized AI Travel Guides
Hermeso Will Give You Local Suggestions Based on Your Wants
Kid-Friendly Aviation Programs
easyJet's Summer Flight School Challenges Gender Stereotypes
Upcycled Aircraft Luggages
Emirates Launches a Collection Made from Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
Solo Traveler Planning Apps
The ffaroh. App Connects Travelers to Others When Exploring Alone
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
AI-Powered Travel Planners
'retravel.ai' Uses AI and ChatGPT to Help Travelers Strategize
Fashion House Airport Lounges
Louis Vuitton Opens a Luxurious Airport Lounge in Qatar
Baggage-Tracking Airline Apps
Virgin Australia Launches Baggage Tracking Tool for Domestic Routes
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Luggage-Tracking Airline Services
Virgin Australia Enhances its Bag Tracking Feature for Guests
QR Code Travel Tickets
Delhi Metro Unveils QR Code-Based Paper Tickets for Metro Passengers
Airline Merchandise Capsules
Virgin Atlantic Launches a Merchandise Collection for Travelers
Inflight Non-Alcoholic Beers
Athletic Brewing Company & JetBlue are Serving Non-Alcoholic Beer
Social Trip-Planning Apps
TripMap Makes Trip Planning Easier with Expense Tracking and More
Best Time to Travel Tools
KAYAK Recommends the Best Days to Book Flights and Hotels
Premium In-Flight Cosmetics
Thirteen Lune and American Airlines Partnered for Onboard Amenities
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
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Renovated Airport Upgrades
Upgrades to Turkey's Kayseri Airport Could Triple Its Annual Visitors
Festive Film Lounges
M&M's Merry Movie Holiday Lounge Enhances Holiday Travel Experiences
Airline Clothing Rentals
Japan Airlines is Launching a New Clothing Rental Service for Passengers
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
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
Complimentary Unpacking Services
Eliza was here's New Service Gifts Travelers More Leisure Time
Luxuriously Revamped Airport Lounges
Chase Sapphire Lounge Has Opened at Laguardia Airport
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
AI-Backed Airport Lanes
CLEAR Brings its Identity Verification Technology to Pittsburgh Airport
Opulent Traveler Rewards
Bank Of America Rewards Program Adds Experiential Perks for its Customers
AI Travel Guide Apps
DocentPro Offers Insights and Stories of Nearby Attractions and Sites
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Eco-Friendly Travel Cosmetics
The KinKind Travel Sets Bring Natural Cosmetics on the Road
Taxi Round-Trip Services
Uber Unveils the Intercity Round Trips Feature for Indian Travelers
Maori Skincare Amenity Kits
Air New Zealand & Aotea are Showcasing Potent Herbal Ingredients
Low-Cost International Flights
PLAY Announced Flights from Hamilton, Canada to Frankfurt
In-Flight Taste Tests
The Great Kiwi Snack Off Will Determine Air New Zealand's Onboard Snacks
4K In-Flight Entertainment Systems
Panasonic Avionics Astrov In-Flight Display is Arriving in 2025
Spacious Airline Seating Selections
Quaras Airlines Presents the New Neighbor Free Seating
Short-Haul Istanbul Trips
easyJet Now Offers a Flight to Istanbul from Manchester
In-App Flight Booking Features
Uber Will be Launching Flight Functions in the UK Soon
Digital International Move Support
Country Out Helps People Get Organized Before a Big Move
Expanded Flight Announcements
PLAY Announces Flights to Split, Croatia from Hamilton, Canada
Airline Premium Display Installations
United Airlines Installs Panasonic Avionics to its Planes
Natural Landscape-Themed Passports
The Government of Canada Refreshes Its Passport Designs