While many lament the days when air travel was a thrilling, sophisticated affair, the November 2017 travel trends prove that those days might not be over just yet. Just like in the early days of flying, planes are once again becoming sophisticated spaces that make travelers feel pampered and spoiled.
One way in which airlines are making their aircrafts more comfortable is by improving the sleeping arrangements. Indeed, with more and more people embarking on long-haul flights, there is an increased demand for more comfortable sleeping quarters. One example of this shift is the partnership between Casper -- the Millennial favorite mattress brand -- and American Airlines to create a new line of in-flight sleeping products. Another example is Qantas' menu of airplane pillows, which allows passengers to select the cushion option that best suits their needs.
In addition to helping passengers catch some z's, the November 2017 travel trends demonstrate that airlines are also making an effort to improve their dining options. For instance, Caon Studio and Noritake teamed up with Qantas to design an exclusive line of luxury tableware.
Top 35 Travel Ideas in November
From In-Flight Pillow Menus to Premium Aircraft Dinnerware:
Katherine Pendrill — Nov 26, 2017 — World
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Contemporary Dorm-Style Hostels
The 'Long Story Short' Hostel Targets the Contemporary Traveler
34
Protective Travel Wallets
The Talonport Passport Holder Wallet Offers RFID Protection and More
33
Organized Phone-Charging Luggage
The 'Plevo' Travel Luggage Suitcase Keeps Clothing Wrinkle-Free
32
Packable Adventure Backpacks
Gobi Gear's Free Spirit 30L is Ultra-Light and Fully Packable
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Premium In-Flight Sleeping Products
Casper is Providing Comfort 30,000 Feet in the Air
30
Digitally Focused Airplane Events
FlyingLab Offers Immersive On-Board Events for Passengers
29
Elevated Bird Nest Retreats
The Birds Nest Villa Offers Incredible Views of Kenya's Wilderness
28
In-Airport Yoga Studios
'Yoga on the Fly' Provides Private "Mini-Studios" and Meditations at DEN
27
Converted Bus Accommodations
The Big Green Bus Hotel Offers a Charming Glamping Experience
26
Fare Payment Rings
The Moscow Metro is Introducing the PayRing as an Alternate Payment Method
25
Premium Aircraft Dinnerware
This Elegant Tableware was Designed Especially for Qantas Airline
24
Travel-Centric Cafe Pop-Ups
easyJet's Pop-Up Cafe Entices Travelers with a Popular Dutch Breakfast
23
Nomad Traveler Jackets
The 'BauBax' Jacket for Travel Offers 15 Distinct Features
22
In-Flight Pillow Menus
Qantas Offers Its First Class Passengers a Menu of Airline Pillows
21
Office Space Rental Services
Airbnb and WeWork are Helping Traveling Professionals Find an Office
20
Social Media Travel Agencies
VisitScotland Created the #ScotSpirit Instagram Travel Agency
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Emoji Hotel Bookings
Marriott Hotels' Slack Extension Simplifies Hotel Room Booking for Groups
18
Personalized Smart Hotel Rooms
The Hilton's Smart Hotel Rooms Aim to Attract Frequent Travelers
17
Basketball Player Luggage Collections
The Tumi x Russell Westbrook Luggage is Stylish and Strong
16
Biometric Security Tunnels
Dubai Airport's Security Checkpoints Will Employ Facial Recognition
15
Black Millennial Travel Sites
Travel and Discovery Platform Travel Noire was Acquired by Blavity
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Travel Accommodation Loan Services
Airbnb Select Will Offer 'Home Improvement' Loans to Hosts
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Transport Card Loyalty Programs
Dubai's Nol Cardholders Can Soon Earn 'nol+' Points
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Interactive Travel Blog Maps
The 'TravelMap' Travel Blog Map Lets Users Create Visual Journeys
11
Digital Nomad Rental Housing
Startup Belooga Makes Home Searches For Remote Workers Easier
10
Automated Discount Travel Platforms
'Tripvo' Provides Flight Alerts on Your Favorite Routes
9
Multi-Tasking Shirt Concepts
MerinoTech+ Offers Versatile and Travel-Friendly Apparel
8
Flight-Upgrading VR Headsets
KLM Airline Gave Virtual Reality Headsets to Budget Airline Travelers
7
Free In-Flight Messaging
Delta Air Lines is Launching Free Messaging Services Beginning October 1
6
Facial Recognition Subway Payments
CUBIC is Trialing is Facial Recognition Payment Technology
5
VR Travel Series
'Discovery TRVLR' Offers a Virtual Journey to All Seven Continents
4
Icelandic Karaoke Campaigns
Iceland is Challenging Tourists to Sing "The Hardest Karaoke Song"
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Live-In Airport Campaigns
Ryan Zhu is Taking Up Residence in the Helsinki Airport for #LIFEINHEL
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Accessible Transportation Initiatives
ATTRI is a Project by the Department of Transportation
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Pool Toy Sanctuaries
Hotels.com Letting People Adopt Forgotten, But Fun Pool Floats
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Discreet Trackable Suitcases
The Qantas x July Collection Features Built-in CaseSafe Technology
Nature-Inspired Camping Pillows
Camp Napper Blends Organic Design with Advanced Outdoor Sleep Tech
Airline-Based Creative Platforms
Qatar Airways x Swizz Beatz Launch The Qatar Airways Creative 100
Elevated In-Flight Dining Experiences
Alaska Airlines Introduces Several Chef-Derived Meals
AI Travel Innovation Partnerships
Amadeus Partnered with Google Cloud on New Hospitality Solutions
Aerospace-Grade Titanium Suitcases
AERIONN Debuts the 'AERIONN Forma' Compact Carry-On
Ultra-Advanced Camping Pillows
The RestBase Camp Napper Was Designed by Chen Xu
Airline Cabin Upgrades
Alaska Airlines Launches International Business Class Suites
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Decadently Festive QSR Lineups
Paris Baguette Unveils Thanksgiving Cakes and a Holiday Menu
Festive In-Flight Experiences
Emirates Offers Seasonal Experience for Travelers
Romantic Airline Spots
Hallmark x United Airlines Debut 'Miles Apart' for the 2025 Holidays
AI Travel Planning
Mindtrip Turns Tourism Website Content into Personalized Travel Itineraries
Luxurious Eco-Conscious Amenities
Aeroflot is Launching Eco-Friendly Amenity Kits for Passengers
AI-Powered Travel Planning
Travel AI - Trip Creator Crafts Personalized Itineraries Effortlessly
Qsr-Branded Travel Collections
Chipotle and BÉIS Collaborate on a Food-Inspired Luggage Capsule
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
Coffee-Themed Airline Experiences
Delta Air Lines and Starbucks Unveiled The In-Air Coffeehouse
Longevity-Focused Hotel Initiatives
Novotel Longevity Everyday Upgrades the Guest Experience
Wellness Hospitality Series
The 'Luxury Wellbeing Series 2025' will Span Across Asian Cities
Premium Inflight Cuisine
Air France is Expanding Its Michelin-Designed Dining
Conversational Travel Booking
Mindtrip Uses AI to Simplify Flight Planning and Checkout
Futuristic Train Cafes
The Future Train Kyoto Diner & Cafe is Housed Inside a Thunderbird Train
Departure Lounge Pop-Ups
giffgaff's Holidata Lounge Helps Travelers Get Ready for Adventure
Sleep-Focused Hotel Offerings
The Equinox Sleep Lab Unlocks the Future of Sleep Tourism
Expansive Seasonal Cafe Menus
The Caribou Coffee Holiday Menu Will Arrive November 1
Sleep Hygiene Series
Westin & goop’s Sleep Training for Grown-Ups Helps Travelers Rest Better
Culturally-Inspired Travel Campaigns
Louis Vuitton’s New Travel Campaign Spotlights China
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Adventurious Luxury Furniture Campaigns
Louis Vuitton's 2025 Travel Campaign is Visually Appealing
Generative AI Travel Tools
Expedia Group Introduced Travel Tools and APIs for North America
Economy Sleep Seating
United Airlines Relax Row Introduces Bed-Style Seating in Economy
Airline Coffee Partnership Expansions
Grind Expand Partnership with British Airways Premium Cabins
Cookie-Enhanced Airline Menus
The Cookie Department Partners with United Airlines
Luxury Travel-Ready Summer Programming
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Debuts New Offerings
Long-Term Premium Travel Partnerships
Via Carota Craft Cocktails & Blade Enhance Experiences
Vegan-Friendly In-Flight Marshmallows
Free From Fellows and Emirates Announced a Partnership
Savory In-Flight Pastries
Higgidy and British Airways Partnered for In-Flight Snacks
Retro-Inspired Airline Experiences
Pan Am Journeys by Private Air are From Beyond Capricorn
Designer Airline Pajamas
Air France Will Offer Complementary Jacquemus Pajamas to First-Class
Globally Inspired Ice Creams
New easyJet & easyJet holidays Destinations Inspired "Jet-Lato"
THC-Infused Inflight Drinks
Select Virgin Airlines Flights Now Serve Drippy's THC-Infused Sodas
Cinematic Travel Campaigns
Marriott Bonvoy Debuts the 'You are the Greatest Souvenir' Campaign
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
Vegan-Friendly Airline Breakfast Options
American Airlines Will Offer the Just Egg Scramble
Airport Sleep Stations
Airport Dimensions Offers a Quiet Refuge for Travelers Craving Relaxation
Performance-Driven Bedding Capsules
Pacific Home Fashion Debuts Its Spring 2026 Bedding Collection
TV Series-Inspired Airline Dining
United Airlines & Chef's Table Boast Exclusive Inflight Meals
Immersive Women-Targeted Travel Tours
EF Go Ahead Tours Launched Women Only Solo Tours
Travel Story Visuals
Travel Wrapped Turns Your Annual Journeys Into Shareable Infographics
Collectible Amenity Kits
British Airways Launched a New Range of Business Class Amenity Kits
Food Travel Accessories
The To Go Collection Converts Takeout Packaging into Functional Gear
AI Travel Planners
Plan Personalized Trips Quickly with JustBookIt’s AI Travel Tools
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
Airline Coffee Partnerships
Air New Zealand Teams Up with Coffee Supreme to Debut a Coffee Blend
Collaborative Airline Dining Menus
Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Debut Seasonal Dining Selections
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
Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours
EF Ultimate Break's Andiamo Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials
Gen Z-Focused Bag Charms
Travel Blue Launches the Memory Collection to Appeal to Gen Z Shoppers
Airline Entertainment Partnerships
United x Spotify Collaborate to Enhance In-Flight Entertainment
Flexible Flight Payment Partnerships
Klarna and Qatar Airways Announced a New Partnership
Cheeky Sandwich Seat Campaigns
Subway Takes Away the Dread of the Middle Seat with Free Sandwiches
Airport Merch Drops
The New King's Hawaiian Logo Inspired Cozy Softwear Sets
Colorful Promotional Travel Campaigns
Curaçao Tourist Board Marks First Chicago Nonstop Flight
Subway Cabin Makeovers
British Airways NYC Subway Turns Commute into an In-Flight Experience
Cheesy Airline Snack Expansions
Delta Introduces Cheeze-It's on Board All of its Plane Snack Carts
Humanitarian Sleep Pod Designs
NapBox Highlights an Enclosed Sleep Pod Designed by Three Students
European Food Tours
Air Canada Offers Curated Food Tourism Packages and Guides
In-Room Wellness Experiences
Hilton and Calm Partnered to Enhance Mindfulness and Sleep
Luxury Getaway Sleepwear Capsules
Four Seasons Launches its 'Resort Pajamas Collection'
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Anime Airline Partnerships
Delta Air Lines and Crunchyroll Bring 2,000 Titles to Travelers
Thanksgiving-Focused Luxury Dining Menus
The St. Regis Toronto Embraces the Thanksgiving Holiday
Inflight Sleep Pods
Air New Zealand's Skynest Provides Space to Spread Out on Long-Haul Flights
AI Travel Search Tools
Airbnb Tests AI Search To Let Guests Describe Trips Naturally
Sleep-Inclusive Seating Designs
Sabai Introduces the Sustainable Eclipse Capsule
Haute Hotel-Branded Travel Experiences
The Latest Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is Luxe
Expansive AI-Powered Travel Tools
KAYAK.ai Expands to Offer Car Rentals for Localized Road Trips
Lie-Flat Night Bus Seats
Twiliner Reimagines European Night Travel with Hotel-Grade Sleeping Seats
Plane-Compatible AI Catering Systems
Airbus Has Developed Smart Catering to Enhance Convenience
In-Air Wine Tastings
The Magellan Jets Journeys Program Reflects Private Clients' Passions
Luxury Culinary Cruise Experiences
Seabourn Offers Refreshed Menus Across Its Luxury Fleet
World Cup Travel Packages
Raffles Boston Offers a Luxury World Cup Stay with Helicopter Transfers
Conscientious Tourism Campaigns
Evaneos Advocates Against Overtourism in a New Campaign
Centennial‑Inspired Airline Menus
American Airlines' Themed Menu Offers a Taste of the 20s
Art Deco-Incorporated Chairs
Kem Weber Developed the Airline Chair in a Flat-Pack
Modular Airline Trays
System Tray Reorganises Airline Meal Service Through Detachable Components
Travel-Focused Rebranding Initiatives
TravelPerk Evolves into a Travel and Expense Solution
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
Modern Travel Collaborations
American Express and STAUD Launch a Resortwear Collection
Collectible Baggage Allowance Stickers
Let It Fly Rewards Travelers for Buying Cultural Items
Flagship Lounge Spring Menus
American Airlines Unveiled Dishes that are Regionally Inspired
Chef-Led In-Flight Dining Programs
Alaska Airlines Introduces Chef’s (Tray) Table for First Class
World Cup Hospitality Kits
Newark’s ‘Stay & Play’ Packages Turn Hotels into FIFA 2026 Fan Hubs
Girl Dinner Experiences
Waverly Kitchen + Bar Curates Shareable Comfort Food Plates
In-Flight Wi-Fi Services
China Airlines Makes a Significant Advancement in Passenger Connectivity
Disability-Conscious Airline Initiatives
Aer Lingus Implements Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Antimicrobial Pillow Covers
The 100% Mulberry Silk PillowWrap is Infused with Silver Nanoparticles
New Year Travel Experiences
Trip.com Group Spotlights 2026 Lunar New Year Travel
Travel-Focused Accessibility Platforms
Smartvel's TravelAble Seeks to Consolidate Travel Info
Instant Trip Planning
Airial Travel Turns Social Inspiration Into Ready-To-Use Travel Plans
Comforting Cafe Sandwich Menus
The Pret A Manger January Menu Debuts Four New Sandwiches
Regional Travel Campaigns
Wego and Visit Qatar Partner for a Localized Campaign
Thoughtfully Designed Pet Carriers
Tavo Introduces the Crispin Pet Travel Crate
Adult-Only Cruise Partnerships
Air Canada Vacations Expands its Cruise Portfolio
Grocer-Backed Vacation Savings
Albertsons Launches a New Travel Incentive for Loyalty Members
Customized Sleeping Products
Rest Offers Premium Solutions for an Individual's Sleep Needs
Stadium Stay Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces a World Cup Final Sleepover Suite for Fans
Plant-Based Airline Burgers
NotCo and Aeromexico Partnered for a Plant-Based Airplane Meal
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
Parisian Altheisure-Style Sleepwear
BED Sleepwear Debuts Adjustable Satin Loungewear
Expansive Cruise Experiences
Celebrity Cruises Reveals the First of Its 2027-2028 Itineraries
Custom Hospitality Mattresses
MLILY Creates Tailored Sleep Solutions for Hotels
Fare Finding Tools
Jetbzaf Finds Cheap Flights Using Low Fare Calendar And Deals
Convenience-Focused Vacation Bundles
Southwest Airlines Debuts Getaways by Southwest
Upgraded Signature Dishes
INPARADISE is Serving Elevated Favorites for a Limited Time This Fall
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Women's Travel Packages
Goway is Launching the Solo Women Travel Line Featuring New Packages
Global Destination Awards
Air Canada Vacations Launches the 'Travellers’ Top Picks Awards'
Fresh Meal-Focused Flight Experiences
United Airlines Expands Access to Fresh Meals on Flights
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
European-Inspired In-Flight Menus
American Airlines Offers a European Destination Summer Menu
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Perks
American Airlines Adds Sponsored High Speed Wi Fi Access
Wheelchair-Compatible Cabin Concepts
Airbus Has Introduced the Airspace U Suite
All-Inclusive Airline Promotions
Transat Offers All-Inclusive Vacation Packages
Holiday-Themed Luggage Campaigns
TUMI Debuts 'Gift Joy' Featuring Red and Black Toned Pieces
Sponsored In-Flight Wi Fi Perks
American Airlines Offers AT&T Sponsored Free High Speed Wi Fi
Simulated Air Travel Experiences
MIA, Delta and LATAM Organized a Air Travel Simulation Event
Travel Planning Tools
Stays & Flights Helps Compare Multi Flight Trips And Find Better Deals
Fresh In-Flight Offerings
Alaska Airlines Expands its Fresh Meal Options
Replenishing Road Trip Kits
The Pilot Fuel Kit is a Convenient, Customizable On-the-Go Snack Box
Branded Inflight Cookie Packs
JetBlue Adds Legally Addictive Foods' Original Cookies to Flights
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries