The top November 2015 travel trends showcases the modern re-envisioned airport experience as well as the role of emerging technologies such as iBeacon systems in shaping future travel.
Amsterdam's Beacon Mile is a long city walk stretching from Amsterdam Central Station to Marineterrein guided by hundreds of beacons along the way. When travelers download the associated app, they will be prompted with informative notes on the buildings and attractions as they move past them.
Separately, Munich International Airport is in the fifth year of a particularly unique program entitled Surf & Style. Taking place in August of each year, the annual surfing tournament involves competitors from all over the world as they compete on the world's largest artificial standing wave, located just outside the main terminal.
The top November 2015 travel trends speak to shifting consumer expectations toward experience-based events.
Top 82 Travel Trends in November
From Beacon-Guided City Walks to Airport Terminal Surfing Comps:
Rebecca Byers — Nov 29, 2015 — World
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Modernized Stone Architecture
This Ancient Tibetan Tourist Center is Equipped with WiFi
80
Stress-Reducing Luggage
The Outlier x Boreas Ultrahigh Travel System Won't Increase Tension
79
Outdoor Treehouse Resorts
The Bangkok Treehouse Resort Lets Guests Sleep Under the Stars & Foliage
78
Visionary Modern Airlines
This Airline of the Future is App-Connected and Offers "Cinema Class"
77
Night-Time Vietnamese Photos
These Stunning Photographs Capture the Beauty of Hanoi At Night
76
Device-Charging Suitcases
The G-RO Carry-On Bag Provides Power Without the Need for an Outlet
75
Contemporary Boutique Lodgings
This Chic Sydney Hotel is the Latest Project from Loh Lik Peng
74
Luxury Fashion Label Spas
The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong Hosts the First Dior Spa in Asia
73
Localized Luxury Hotels
'Akyra Manor' is a Luxury Hotel in Thailand Surrounded by Natural Beauty
72
Luxury Plane Memberships
This Luxurious Residence is Giving Homeowners Time on a Private Jet
71
Seaside Holiday Huts
These Vacation Huts are Built on an Island in Northern Norway
70
Train-Hopping Photos
The NBD Photos Show the Artist Illegally Riding Freight Trains
69
Waterproof Unbreakable Luggage
Pelican Elite Vacationer Luggage Can Withstand Almost Anything
68
Modernized Jungle Retreats
This Secluded Tropical Vacation Home Boasts High-End Modern Features
67
Beacon-Guided City Walks
Amsterdam's Beacon Mile Directs Tourists to Points of Interest
66
Multi-Level Airplane Seating
This Airbus Patent Proposes Stadium-Style Seating for Plane Travel
65
Cultural Subscription Services
This Service Helps Consumers Learn About Different Cultures
64
Palatial Canalside Hotels
The New W Amsterdam Brings Five-Star Accommodations to Centrum
63
Budget-Conscious Travel Tips
This Inforaphic Shows How Tips and Tricks for Traveling Cheaper
62
Experiential Duty Free Shops
This Duty Free Concept at Nice Airport Helps Entertain Shoppers
61
Helpful Travel App Charts
This Infographic Shares Helpful Planning Apps for Sharp Travellers
60
Sea Captain Hotels
This All-White Converted Hotel Was a 19th Century Sea Captain's Home
59
Private Jet Service Apps
JetSmarter is an Uber for Private Jets That Lets Users Book Fast Flights
58
Public Transit Beacons
Google's Eddystone Revolutionizes Bus Technology in Portland
57
Volcanic Cooking Restaurants
The 'El Diablo' Restaurant Cooks Its Meals Over the Heat of a Volcano
56
Mixologist Luggage
This Portable Travel Bar is Ideal for Connoisseurs to Make Their Own Cocktails
55
Compartmentalized Travel Sacks
This Stuff Sack Keeps You Organized During Adventures
54
Stylish Flight Fashion Charts
This Infographic Showcases the Different Flight Attendant Styles
53
Personalized Hotel Closets
'The Curated Closet' Prepares Clothing Selections for Hotel Guests
52
Pocket-Sized Cocktail Kits
This Tiny Cocktail Kit Includes the Ingredients for an Old Fashioned
51
Luxe Airport Champagne Bars
Fortnum's Has Brought Its Signature Food and Drink to Heathrow Airport
50
Cost-Free Travelling Guides
This Infographic Lists Seven Methods That Let You Travel for Free
49
Airport Insurance Kiosks
This Airport Kiosk Allows Travelers to Get Insured Right Before a Flight
48
Curated Personalized Vacations
Travel+Leisure Magazine is Selling 20 Pre-Set Vacation Packages
47
Television-Themed Retreats
This Monastery Lets Consumers Binge Watch Their Favorite Shows in Peace
46
Spanish Food Vacations
This Hotel Offers Packages That Lets You Indulge in the Food of Barcelona
45
Ritzy Hotel Caviar Lounges
Hong Kong's Ritz-Carlton Added a Luxurious Seven-Person Caviar Bar
44
Farm-to-Flight Airport Markets
The Napa Farms Market is a Local Food Vendor at SFO
43
Last Minute Travel Apps
This App Helps Users Book Spontaneous Weekend Getaways
42
Personalized Hotel Room Bookings
This Hotel Allows Guests to Configure Their Room
41
Local Artisan Airport Kiosks
The Singapore Design Collective Now Has a Kiosk at Changi Airport
40
Vibrant Airline Birthday Campaigns
The easyJet 20th Birthday Campaign Looks Back on Trips Taken
39
Hotel-Curating Apps
The 'Porter & Sail' App Partnered with Ten Hotels to Curate Guest Experiences
38
Food Tourism Photo Accounts
This Instagram User Posts Pictures of Food in Front of World Landmarks
37
Airport Terminal Surfing Competitions
Surf & Style is an Annual Surf Competition at Munich Airport
36
Iconic Travel-Size Perfumes
This Small Travel Bottle is the Perfect Way to Transport Chanel No. 5
35
Airport Tower Photography
Carolyn Russo Captures the Beauty in Airport Traffic Towers
34
Design-Focused Couples Resorts
This Thailand Resort Was Designed to Give Off a Romantic Atmosphere
33
360-Degree Airplane Viewers
The Virgin America Airbus 320 Can Be Seen Using Google Street View
32
Sponsor-Subsidized Suitcases
Orion Helps Travellers Cover Baggage Fees By Turning Luggage Into Ads
31
Gas-Finding Apps
This Google Maps Update Lets Drivers Search for Pit Stop Info En Route
30
Inflatable Travel Attire
The Live Comfy Travel Jacket Hood Has Inflatable Head-Contouring Pockets
29
Free Accommodation Platforms
Home Swapping App NightSwapping Takes Money Out of the Equation
28
Eco East Coast Hostels
The Deer Isle Hostel Features a Main House Inspired by 17th Century Design
27
Customized Modular Backpacks
These Modular Backpacks Uniquely Organize One's Belongings
26
Travelling Pet Sitters
The Mad Paws Service Offers Airbnb For Your Pets While You're Away
25
Digital Concierge Services
The ‘Prettyclose’ Site is a Social Lifestyle Network for Avid Travelers
24
Spontaneous Travel Subscriptions
Trveler Plans Surprise Vacations for Members Every 90 Days
23
Luxury European Getaways
Hotel Fasano Punta del Este Has Amenities to Suit the Discerning Guest
22
Orbital Travel Backpacks
The Wolffepack Improves Travel with a Revolutionary Swinging System
21
Wireless Luggage Scales
The Weigh-to-Fly Keeps Track in Realtime of Your Suitcases Weight
20
Peruvian Tribute Photos
The Notes From Peru Photo Series Captures a Sense Of Community
19
Anti-Busyness Campaigns
This JetBlue Campaign Asks: "Are You Humankinda?"
18
Advisory American Tourism Guides
This Infographic Lists US Travel Destinations Based on Weather
17
Supercomputer City Apps
British Columbia's 'My Surrey' is a City Guide App Powered by IBM Watson
16
Rural Exploration Publications
Another Escape Documents Adventures from a Variety of Contributors
15
Personalized Photography Services
Fairmont and Flytographer Take Pictures of Your Vacation for You
14
Virtual Reality Coffee Tours
This Nescafe 360-Degree Video Showcases International Coffee Growers
13
Whale Meat Food Festivals
Japan Hopes a Whale Food Festival Will Attract More Tourists to Tokyo
12
Free Tourist Flight Stopovers
Air Canada Now Allows Flyers to Have a Free Layover in Toronto
11
Locally Curated Tours
The Airbnb New York City Map is Created and Guided by Local Hosts
10
Halloween Sleepover Ads
This Ad Promotes Airbnb's Free Trip for a Night in the Catacombs of Paris
9
Movie Set Whiskey Classes
This Japanese Whiskey Tasting is in the Bar from Lost in Translation
8
Motion-Sensing Photo Features
Monument Mode Erases Moving Objects from a Scenic Background Shot
7
Hotel-Sharing Platforms
This Service Helps Travelers Rent Vacation Properties as a Group
6
In-Flight Music Apps
Spotify & The New York Times are Now Available on Virgin America Flights
5
Year-Long Health Holidays
This Luxurious 365-Day Journey is the One of World's Most Expensive
4
Vacation-Encouraging Ads
This Ad Promotes a Service to Write Your Next Out-of-Office Message
3
Adventure-Quenching Cruise Ads
This Anti-Ad from Royal Caribbean Cruises Promises Experiences
2
Post-Sunset Parisian Campaigns
This Campaign Helps Tourists & Citizens Rediscover Paris' Nightlife
1
Iranian Film Set Photos
The 'Sacred Defense' Series Depicts Sets Used to Film War Movies
Related Ideas
Branded Interactive Parks
Birkenstock's Birkenfields Invited New Yorkers to Slow Down
AI Post-Apocalyptic Cities
Top10Casinos Explores the Future, Inspired by the Dune Universe
Electric-Hued Luggage Collections
The Away Neon Collection is Available for a Limited Time
Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles
The Conceptual 'Timber Shuttle' is Eco-Focused
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Augmented Reality Travel Murals
Tripadvisor's City Murals Entice People to Sunny San Diego
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
AI Fashion Weeks
AIFW Explores Digitally-Powered Collections & the Future of Fashion
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Vintage Duty Free Retailers
ARI's Preloved Boutique at Lisbon Airport Encourages Eco Consumerism
Interactive Travel Map Apps
The 'Proxi' Travel App Offers Curated Travel Plans and More
Vibrant City-Honoring Sneaker Packs
size? and adidas Originals Launch a London Pack
Fashion-Branded Coffee Carriers
The Barbour Tartan Reusable Travel Mugs Come in Two Options
In-Airport Toy Retailers
Toys R Us is Expanding its Retail Presence with Up to 24 Airport Stores
Open-Air Medi-Spa Services
The Scene Medical Beauty Bar Rides the Wave of the Beauty Market
Futuristic Whisky Bottles
Johnnie Walker's NFC-Enabled Bottles Visualize the Year 2220
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
Tourist Destination Predictions
BonusFinder Canada Used Technology to Predict the Future
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Thoughtful Avid Traveler Luggage
The WANDRD TRANSIT Travel Line Includes Four Bags
Powered Assistive Smart Suitcases
The Mishatu Voyager Smart Suitcase Has the Auto-Follow Mode
Mixed-Reality Cola Billboards
This 3D Coca-Cola Billboard Dispenses Real, Cold Drinks
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Inflight Snack Stations
United Introduced Self-Serve Grab-and-Go Stations for Economy Fliers
Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences
The Warner Bros Icons of Horror Sees Iconic Wax Figures
Kinetic Waterfront Installations
Tidal Beacon by Ned Kahn is Located at Halifax's Queens Marque
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
Musical Vacation Rentals
Marriott Bonvoy's Aloft and Moxy Hotels Provide Music-Themed Stays
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Luxury Airport Retail Expansions
Schiphol Airport's Lounge 2 Will Feature More Luxury Brands
Microcation Planning Services
Going Places Travel Helps Plan the Perfect Short Vacation
Beach Day-Inspired Fashion Collections
Saul Nash's Spring/Summer 2024 Line is Titled Intersection
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
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
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Metaverse Beauty Events
Metaverse Beauty Week is the First Annual Beauty Festival in the Metaverse
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Sophisticated Travel-Friendly Fashion
Norse Projects Boasts the Travel Light Capsule for SS23
AI Travel Exploration Apps
ExploreSoul.AI Creates Instant and Custom Travel Itineraries
AI Travel Assistants
Trip.com Group Positions Its Tripgenie Service as Groundbreaking
AI Travel Assistants
Expedia Launched a Travel Chatbot Plugin Powered by ChatGPT
Outdoor-Inspired Collaborative Capsules
Merrell 1TRL & Trippin Unveils the Natural Highs Campaign
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Americana Travel Candy Products
These New Products From MWITR Include M&M's and Maltesers SKUs
Organized Travel Planning Templates
Notion Travel Itinerary Planner Has Navigation and Expenses
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
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
Retrospective Travel Accessories Exhibit
Rimowa Celebrates 125 Years with a New Exhibit
Personalized Guided Audio Tours
WeGoTrip Slows Travel Down with Personalized Audio Guides
Co-Branded Digital Travel Hubs
The Corona Global Hub Spotlights Experiences Rooted in Nature
London-Inspired Sporty Campaigns
Nike Presents the Pulse of London Campaign Honoring the City
Novel Outdoor Design Capsules
Marmot & Better™ Gift Shop Collaborate on Eco-Friendly Winter Series
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Accessible Subway QR Codes
Colorful QR Codes in New York's Subways Will Help People Navigate
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
AI-Generated Shopping Campaigns
Sandton City's Latest Campaign Integrates Smart Technology
Immersive Furniture Company Exhibitions
IKEA Unveils the Future Together Exhibition at MDW
Feature-Rich Airport Apps
The 'byAir' App Offers Indoor Maps, Transport Options and More
Park-Navigating Map Updates
Google is Now Offering Expanded Information On U.S. National Parks
Authentic AI-Powered Travel Experiences
Tailbox is an AI Travel Tool Offering Personalized Trips
Accessible Tourism Applications
Vacayit Incorporates Audio Experiences into Its Platform
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Bag-Inspired Large-Scale Installations
IKEA's Iconic FRAKTA Bag Takes the Spotlight in Chicago
1960s-Inspired Airport Hotels
The TWA Hotel in New York Captures the City's 60s Aesthetics
Farm-To-Terminal Dining Concepts
Sunset Loop Bar & Grill Brings Elevated Dining to Denver
Garden-Like Airport Terminals
SOM Designs a Terminal at the Kempegowda International Airport
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Personalized Airport Assistance
SkipQ Helps Travelers Navigate the Airport with eSim Technology
Mountain Air Sommeliers
Patrick Stebler & Graubunden Offer Aroma-Focused Mountain Tours
Premium Airplane Amenity Kits
Emirates Presents Its New Bulgari Amenity Kits for Travelers
Colorful Functional Luggage Designs
Monos is a New Brand of Playful Luggage Designs
AI Africa-Based Travel Apps
The Akwaaba App Provides Insights and Boasts Sustainable Travel
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
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Laser-Cut Urban Artistry
Hubert Roguski Unveils Metropolis, an Exhibition of Laser-Cut City Maps
Music Journey-Exploring Fall Fashion
LABRUM Presents From Greener Pastures for the FW23 Season
Redesigned Unifying Transit Terminals
Foster + Partners Renovates the NY Midtown Bus Terminal
Underwater Bicycle Parks
VenhoevenCS Architecture + Urbanism Completes the IJboulevard
Vacation Rental Campaigns
Airbnb Debuts an Animated Ad That Celebrates Booking a Place to Yourself
Tennis-Themed Eyewear Experiences
The Polo Ralph Lauren x Wimbledon Experience is Immersive
Travel-Focused Indian eSIMS
Sensorise Unveils a New Travel eSIM for Indian Consumers
Branded Rest Stops
Kinder Bueno's Summer Gets Bueno Program Includes a Special Destination
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
AI Travel Planners
Chonki.ai Lets Users Browse Curated Travel Experiences from Experts
Personalized AI Travel Guides
Hermeso Will Give You Local Suggestions Based on Your Wants
LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations
Prague's Airport is Getting a Sustainable and High-Tech Update
Pink Winter Pop-Ups
The Immersive Pink Pier Has Returned for Valentine's Day
Solo Traveler Planning Apps
The ffaroh. App Connects Travelers to Others When Exploring Alone
Rugby-Themed Vacation Getaways
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai Launches a Rugby Championship Event
Comprehensive AI Trip Planners
TravelPal Recommends Activities, Walking Routes, Dinners, and More
Accessible Driverless Public Buses
Treasure Island Rolls Out the Loop Program in San Francisco
AI-Powered Travel Planners
'retravel.ai' Uses AI and ChatGPT to Help Travelers Strategize
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Large-Scale Airport Installations
Hank Willis Thomas and Coby Kennedy Create the Reach Sculpture
Baggage-Tracking Airline Apps
Virgin Australia Launches Baggage Tracking Tool for Domestic Routes
AI Navigation Upgrades
Tmap Mobility Launches an AI-Powered Revamp for its Navigation App
Luggage-Tracking Airline Services
Virgin Australia Enhances its Bag Tracking Feature for Guests
Modern Museum Versatile Cafes
Tate Modern Unveils a Corner Cafe Designed by Holland Harvey
Convertible Camera Carrying Solutions
WANDRD Launches a New Photography Travel Bag Line
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
Cherry-Tonal Luggage Capsules
Béis Taps Lonely Ghost for a New Cherry-Colored Luggage Line
QSR Summer Promotions
Starbucks Canada Offers Mobile Ordering and Rewards at Canadian Airports
US National Park Navigations
Google Maps is Updating Its Features to Navigate National Parks
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
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Premium In-Flight Cosmetics
Thirteen Lune and American Airlines Partnered for Onboard Amenities
Swift Travel Solutions
Equinox Hotels & BLADE Have Partnered to Redefine Luxury and Focus on Time
All-in-One Travel Planners
Traveleva Keeps All Bookings and Itineraries in One Place
Revamped Modern Phone Booths
100architects Brings Digital Touches to the Classic Phone Booth
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Travel-Friendly Location Scouting
LocationScout Helps Travelers Find the Most Beautiful Spots
Luxuriously Revamped Airport Lounges
Chase Sapphire Lounge Has Opened at Laguardia Airport
Solo Travel Apps
Bunji Connects Like-Minded Travelers to Enrich Authentic Experiences
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Vibrant Collaborative Luggage Series
Away and Resident Advisor Present the Soundwave Collection
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
Taxi Round-Trip Services
Uber Unveils the Intercity Round Trips Feature for Indian Travelers
Urban Communal Dining Events
Toronto's Weekly Communal Table Program is Hosted Under a Highway
Historic Contemporary Sculptural Artwork
The New KAWS:HOLIDAY Lands in Indonesia for its 10th Stop
Content-Focused Map Features
TuneIn Launches an Immersive Map Feature for Global Content Searches
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Short-Haul Istanbul Trips
easyJet Now Offers a Flight to Istanbul from Manchester
Nomadic Berlin Design Galleries
Forma Presents the The Room I Walk the Line Exhibition
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
Personalized Map Markers
MiniMap Radar Let's Users Mark Favorite Spots with Personalized Icons
App-Assistive Concert Discoveries
Apple Added Concert Discovery Features to Its Music and Maps