As the November 2016 travel trends reveal, airports and airlines are making an effort to upgrade their service in response to the rising accessibility of air travel. This means that everything from airport lounges to in-air WiFi is undergoing a modern makeover.
One aspect of travel that is gradually improving is the airport experience. While lines may still be lengthy at many airports, there is a conscious effort to make travelers more comfortable with unique amenities such as the aDream sleep pods and ultra-comfy Nest airport beds.
Beyond the airport itself, there is also a growing push for a more comfortable in-flight experiences. As the November 2016 travel trends reveal, this largely refers to offering modern amenities such as access to high-speed WiFi and other forms of connected entertainment. On the other hand, brands are also delighting customers with unexpected upgrades, such as co-branded experiences.
Top 25 Travel Ideas in November
From Airport Layover Sleep Pods to High-Speed Airplane WiFi:
Katherine Pendrill — Nov 26, 2016 — World
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Airport Layover Sleep Pods
The 'aDream' Unit Provides a Tranquil Place to Sleep in the Terminal
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Vacuum Seal Backpacks
Casper Notenboom Unveiled These Versatile Carriers at Beijing Design Week
23
Glass Pod Accommodations
PurePods Offers a One-of-a-Kind New Zealand Experience
22
Chic Designer Hostels
Generator Offers Beautiful Boutique Hostels for Low Nightly Prices
21
Wellness-Focused Travel Kits
Bird & Anchor Curates Natural Beauty Wellness Kits for Travelers
20
Luggage-Storing Airport Loungers
The Nest Airport Bed Stores Luggage Inside as Travelers Rest
19
Gaming-Themed Rental Rooms
This Video Game-Themed Room on Airbnb Appeals to Super Mario Fans
18
Compressible Travel Bottles
The 'que' Travel Water Bottle Has a Design That Collapses and Expands
17
Dual-Space Travel Bags
The 'Henty CoPilot' Has a Variety of Features Ideal for Traveling
16
Travel-Friendly Pants
These Pants Were Designed to Be Both Sustainable and Comfortable
15
Music-Minded Rental Suites
Sonos and Rough Trade Joined to Create a Music-Geared Experience
14
Extinct Animal Travel Advertisements
'Unknown Tourism' from Expedia UK Shows What You Won't See
13
Disney Princess-Themed Aircrafts
This Airline Design & Promotion is Inspired By Disney's 'Moana'
12
Mysterious Cruise Vacations
'Secret Sailaway' Luxury Cruise Destinations are Revealed in Riddles
11
Wacky Tourism Ads
'Odnarotoop' Advertises Portland for Japanese Tourists
10
Elevated Sightseeing Escalators
This Escalator Offers Splendid Views Of China's Enshi Grand Canyon
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Curated Travel Apps
The Olio City App Recommends Spots Based On Your Likes and Dislikes
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Intelligent Travel Search Engines
'AviaSecret' Uses Smart Algorithms to Find the Best Deals
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Transit-Based City Ratings
'People Near Transit' is Based on People's Proximity to Transit
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High-Speed Airplane WiFi
Gogo's New in-Flight WiFi will Provide 100Mbps of Speed
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Surreal Airline Ads
This British Ad Features a Strange Flower-Covered Person and a Giant Woman
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City Budgeting Sites
'The Earth Awaits' Calculates Budgets for Hundreds of Cities Worldwide
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Pristine Park Exploration Apps
This App Lets Visitors Explore Brooklyn's Prospect Park
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Crowdsourced Airport WiFi Apps
WiFox Lets You Connect to Airport WiFi Networks Around the World
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Pet-Friendly Rental Home Ads
Marnie the Dog Was Featured in This Luxurious Airbnb Commercial
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Airline Route Expansions
Riyadh Air Opened Ticket Sales on Its First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
Airline Cabin Upgrades
Alaska Airlines Launches International Business Class Suites
Retailer-Branded Airport Lounges
Marshalls Debuts 'The Upgrade Lounge' at JFK Airport
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Simplified Hotel Inquiries
Hotels.com Introduced an AI Chatbot for Trip Planning
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Festive In-Flight Experiences
Emirates Offers Seasonal Experience for Travelers
Premium Narrow-Body Cabins
United will Introduce the Airbus A321XLR Cabin This Summer
Otherworldly Airport Hotels
JFK Airport's TWA Hotel Boasts Retro-Futuristic Elements
AI-Powered Sleep Systems
Sleep Eight Pod 5 Features Zero-Gravity Elevation, Surround Sound & More
Personalized AI-Powered Travel Apps
Mindtrip is an AI-Powered App for Localized Recommendations
Personalized Travel Wellbeing Platforms
Withu's Trvlwell Offerss Personalized Wellbeing Solutions
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Next-Gen Business Class Suites
Delta Unveils VantageNOVA Delta One Suite with Premium Features
Luxurious Eco-Conscious Amenities
Aeroflot is Launching Eco-Friendly Amenity Kits for Passengers
Anime-Themed Airports
Japan Will Open the World’s First Pokémon-Themed Airport on Miyako Island
City-Inspired Airport Lounges
The Capital One Lounge at JFK Captures the Vibrancy of NYC
Month-Long Airport Photography Exhibitions
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport Debuts Dogs in Flight
Luxury Lounge Evs
The Lexus TZ Transforms Electric SUVS into Comfort-Focused Passenger Spaces
AI Travel Planning
Mindtrip Turns Tourism Website Content into Personalized Travel Itineraries
Smart Sleep Systems
Eight Sleep Pod Delivers Smart Temperature-Controlled Sleep Optimization
Premium Amenity Kit Collections
ELIE SAAB x Saudia Airlines Redefine In-Flight Luxury
Festive Airport Pop-Ups
Urban Outfitters' Club Holiday Pop-Up Entices Gen Z Travelers
Longevity-Focused Hotel Initiatives
Novotel Longevity Everyday Upgrades the Guest Experience
Coffee-Themed Airline Experiences
Delta Air Lines and Starbucks Unveiled The In-Air Coffeehouse
Airport Food Delivery Robots
Meituan’s Little Bumblebee Brings Orders to Travelers at Gates
Wellness Hospitality Series
The 'Luxury Wellbeing Series 2025' will Span Across Asian Cities
Airport Retail Media Networks
WHSmith North America Unifies Airport Screens And Audio Advertising
Departure Lounge Pop-Ups
giffgaff's Holidata Lounge Helps Travelers Get Ready for Adventure
Integrated Travel Wallets
Samsung Wallet Organizes Bookings, Tickets and Itineraries in One Place
Relaxing Private Jet Experiences
The VistaJet Sleep Program Supports Rest and Recovery in the Air
Garden Lounge Retreats
The Aspire Westjet Garden Lounge Brings Serene Nature into Calgary Airport
Literary Wellness Retreats
Aweventurer Launches Reading-Focused Travel Experiences with Authors
Generative AI Travel Tools
Expedia Group Introduced Travel Tools and APIs for North America
Airline Coffee Partnership Expansions
Grind Expand Partnership with British Airways Premium Cabins
Economy Sleep Seating
United Airlines Relax Row Introduces Bed-Style Seating in Economy
Cookie-Enhanced Airline Menus
The Cookie Department Partners with United Airlines
Airport Lounge Seating
This Airport Lounge Turned Mondrian’s Boogie-Woogie into Wood Islands
Travel Grocery Delivery Services
The Grocery Delivery Airbnb Service Lets Guests Order in Advance
Conversational Travel Booking
Mindtrip Uses AI to Simplify Flight Planning and Checkout
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Airport Mobility Hubs
Melbourne Airport is Establishing a New System of Assistance Points
THC-Infused Inflight Drinks
Select Virgin Airlines Flights Now Serve Drippy's THC-Infused Sodas
Business Traveler Wellness Guides
Corporate Traveler Partners with Sweat for a Wellness Guide
Member-Exclusive Travel Promotions
Qatar Airways Launches its 'QDays Discount'
Waffles-Centric Travel Experiences
Choice Hotels International Conducts a Nationwide Survey
Hospitality Home Decor
Marriott Design Shop Launched Hotel-Inspired Furniture
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
Renowned Airport-Situated Hotels
Hilton Istanbul Airport is a Commuter Conscious Location
Luxury Experiential Rail Travel
Napa Valley Wine Train Combines Gourmet Dining and Winery Visits
Travel Organization Tools
Travel Planner Keeps Every Part Of Your Trip Organized In One Place
Travel Story Visuals
Travel Wrapped Turns Your Annual Journeys Into Shareable Infographics
Airport Terminal Galleries
The NOMAD Abu Dhabi Converts a Terminal into an Gallery Space
Collectible Amenity Kits
British Airways Launched a New Range of Business Class Amenity Kits
Traveler-Focused Nutrition Features
Flykitt Expands Its Health-Focused Travel Technology Suite
Holiday-Themed Hospitality Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces Its Holiday Plans
AI Travel Planning
Backpackk Simplifies Trip Planning and Booking With AI-Powered Customization
Underrated Travel Locations
Intrepid Travel Has Released Its Annual Not Hot List
Airline Coffee Partnerships
Air New Zealand Teams Up with Coffee Supreme to Debut a Coffee Blend
Travel Community Platforms
Tripnation Travel Community Connects Through Stories, Groups, & Guides
Coffee-Centric In-Flight Experiences
Delta and Starbucks Introduce an In-Air Coffeehouse
Lie-Flat Economy Seats
The United Relax Row Transforms into a Couch for More Comfortable Travel
Super App Travel Features
Uber Added Hotel Bookings & Travel Tools at Its Go-Get Product Event
Airline Entertainment Partnerships
United x Spotify Collaborate to Enhance In-Flight Entertainment
Secret Gift-Wrapping Suites
Travelodge Offers Free, Bookable Wrapping Rooms for the Holidays
Airport Merch Drops
The New King's Hawaiian Logo Inspired Cozy Softwear Sets
World Cup Travel Packages
Raffles Boston Offers a Luxury World Cup Stay with Helicopter Transfers
Humanitarian Sleep Pod Designs
NapBox Highlights an Enclosed Sleep Pod Designed by Three Students
Global Travel Hubs
NomadMania Helps Travelers Plan, Track, Map, And Connect Worldwide
In-Room Wellness Experiences
Hilton and Calm Partnered to Enhance Mindfulness and Sleep
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Subway Cabin Makeovers
British Airways NYC Subway Turns Commute into an In-Flight Experience
Stadium Stay Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces a World Cup Final Sleepover Suite for Fans
Inflight Sleep Pods
Air New Zealand's Skynest Provides Space to Spread Out on Long-Haul Flights
Curated Luxury Travel Packages
The easyJet Holidays Luxury Collection Offers Five-Star Experiences
AI Travel Search Tools
Airbnb Tests AI Search To Let Guests Describe Trips Naturally
Hydration-Focused Travel Campaigns
The Protein Works x Liverpool Airport Activation is Refreshing
World Cup Hospitality Kits
Newark’s ‘Stay & Play’ Packages Turn Hotels into FIFA 2026 Fan Hubs
Energizing Aircraft Designs
Dunkin' and JetBlue Unveiled a Special Brewing Altitude Design
Expansive AI-Powered Travel Tools
KAYAK.ai Expands to Offer Car Rentals for Localized Road Trips
Customizable Ramen Libraries
Korean Air's New Prestige East Lounge Has an Extensive Ramen Library
Smart Travel Planners
CityOne Offers Real-Time Bookings And Seamless Trip Planning
Lie-Flat Night Bus Seats
Twiliner Reimagines European Night Travel with Hotel-Grade Sleeping Seats
Upgraded Airlines Mobile Apps
United Airlines Adds Connecting Flight-Centric Feature to Its App
Pret A Manger Exspantions
A&W Has Launched Pret A Manger At Vancouver International Airport
Centennial‑Inspired Airline Menus
American Airlines' Themed Menu Offers a Taste of the 20s
Timeless Relaxed Sportswear Capsules
Elite Eleven Spotlights Its Comfortable Airweave Collection
Festive Travel Getaways
Air Canada Vacations Launches Christmas Market Tour Packages
Airline Wi-Fi Advancements
Qatar Airways Install Starlink on its Boeing 787-8 Aircraft
Science-Backed Jet Lag Apps
'Jetlag Coach' Offers Travelers Insights into Combating Jet Lag
In-Flight Wi-Fi Services
China Airlines Makes a Significant Advancement in Passenger Connectivity
Traveler-Focused Accessibility Resources
The Chicago Department of Aviation Emphasizes Inclusion
New Year Travel Experiences
Trip.com Group Spotlights 2026 Lunar New Year Travel
Travel-Optimized Restaurant Formats
Portillo's Launches a Compact Concept for Airport Travelers
Skin Longevity Pop-Ups
The Estée Lauder Skin Longevity Institute Rejuvenates Tired Traveler Skin
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Instant Trip Planning
Airial Travel Turns Social Inspiration Into Ready-To-Use Travel Plans
Customer Feedback-Backed Bag Upgrades
WaterField Designs Upgrades Its Air Porter Carry-On
High-Performance Travel Seating
Departures Seating is a New System for Airport Gates & Terminals
Retail-Style Hotel Commerce
Aven Hospitality Embeds E-Commerce Features into Hotel Journeys
Wheelchair-Compatible Cabin Concepts
Airbus Has Introduced the Airspace U Suite
Complimentary Airplane WiFi Partnerships
British Airways and Starlink Partnered to Offer Free WiFi
Multi-Benefit Wellness Bundles
Hotel X Toronto Introduces a New Experience Wellness Package
No-Neighbor Airline Seats
TAP Economy Prime is a New Long-Haul Cabin with More Space & Privacy
Elevated Private Train Accommodations
Nox Presents an Ambitious Vision for European Travel
Hotel-Grade In-Flight Mattresses
Air France and Sofitel are Boosting Comfort in Business Class
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Travel-Focused Accessibility Platforms
Smartvel's TravelAble Seeks to Consolidate Travel Info
Convenience-Focused Vacation Bundles
Southwest Airlines Debuts Getaways by Southwest
Airport Commuting Programs
Lyft and United Partner for Rewards and Experiences
Women's Travel Packages
Goway is Launching the Solo Women Travel Line Featuring New Packages
Fresh Meal-Focused Flight Experiences
United Airlines Expands Access to Fresh Meals on Flights
Concierge Luggage Services
Ship&Play Brings White-Glove Luggage Delivery to Signature Advisors
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
European-Inspired In-Flight Menus
American Airlines Offers a European Destination Summer Menu
Travel Planning Apps
Let’s Trip Simplifies Personalized Travel Planning and Itineraries
Cloud-Based Airport Platforms
International Airports are Implementing Integrated Digital Systems
Neurodivergent Airport Events
Toronto Pearson, Autism Ontario & Air Transat Hosted a Special Event
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Perks
American Airlines Adds Sponsored High Speed Wi Fi Access
Curated Travel Plans
Travely Provides Ready-to-Use Itineraries for Stress-Free Exploration
Sponsored In-Flight Wi Fi Perks
American Airlines Offers AT&T Sponsored Free High Speed Wi Fi
Festive Airline Menus
Emirates is Introducing a Special Selection Of Meals to Mark Eid Al-Adha
London Urban Stay Concepts
The July London Victoria Apartment-Hotel Designed for Digital Nomads
In-App Air Travel Trackers
United Airlines Adds a TSA Wait Time Tracker in Its App
Shared Tracker Tag Features
Google Lets Airlines Use Find Hub Links with Android Users
Airport Terminal Activewear Shops
Lululemon Heathrow Terminal 5 Supports Comfort-Focused Travelers
Private Car Pickup Options
Airbnb Launches a Private Car Service with Welcome Pickups
Simulated Air Travel Experiences
MIA, Delta and LATAM Organized a Air Travel Simulation Event
AI Travel Planner Apps
Hilton's New App Uses Conversational Queries To Guide Discovery and Booking
Slow Immersion Travel
Tripmasters Promotes Longer Stays and Experience-Focused Vacations
Branded Inflight Cookie Packs
JetBlue Adds Legally Addictive Foods' Original Cookies to Flights
Satellite Wi-Fi Flights
Delta Partners with Amazon Leo to Deliver Fast, Free Satellite Wi-Fi
Themed flight experiences
Allegiant’s Destination Dollywood fan flight returns
Travel Planning Tools
Stays & Flights Helps Compare Multi Flight Trips And Find Better Deals
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries
Location-Based Smart Alarms
Sleep&Arrive Launched Its Smartwatch Alarm App for Transit Commuters
Customer-Centric Airline Upgrades
Hawaiian Airlines Unveils Kahuʻewai Plan For Holistic Travel