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
31
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
19
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
14
Travel Accommodation Loan Services
Airbnb Select Will Offer 'Home Improvement' Loans to Hosts
13
Transport Card Loyalty Programs
Dubai's Nol Cardholders Can Soon Earn 'nol+' Points
12
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"
3
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
Related Ideas
Yacht-Inspired Camping Trailers
This Modern Travel Trailer Concept by Maria Prokosheva is Sleek
Dog-Friendly Airlines
BARK Air is a First-of-Its-Kind Airline for Dogs
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
Aerospace-Inspired Desk Accessories
The Novium 'Edge' and 'Shuttleport' Have a Minimalist Design
Timeless Furniture Capsules
EQ3's Spring/Summer 2023 Embraces Simplicity & Head-Turning Aesthetics
Timesaving Bedding Systems
Truuce Debuted the Perfect Timesaving Duvet and Sheet Set
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
3D-Knit Airplane Seat Designs
The 'Modulo' Aircraft Seat Concept Sustainably Upgrades First Class
Australian Sleep-Focused Hotels
The Emma Sleep Prioritizes a Good Night of Sleep
Portable Air-Filled Sofas
Muji's Sofa Made from Air is Lightweight and Easy to Move
Thai Airline Amenity Kits
Thai Airways Unveils the New Royal Silk Amenity Kits for Passengers
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Intergalactic Gamer Chair Designs
The Starfield x TEMPUR 'Dream Chair' Celebrates the Game
Commuter Napping Jackets
The 'Napow' Jacket by Loris Dadda Supports Sleep During Commutes
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
Ultra-Chic Contemporary Luggage Collections
Samsonite Releases the Virtuosa Capsule
Playful AI Travel Planner
Triplay is the Brainchild of Technology and Travel Enthusiasts
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
Playful Sushi-Inspired Suitcases
These Sushi Suitcases by Yujeong Shin Includes Three Styles
Architecture-Inspired QSR Ads
This New McDonald’s Campaign Encourages Eating at Home
Sleep-Monitoring Capsule Hotels
NTT Data is Foraying into Sleep Technology with Sleep Monitoring
Business-Oriented Dessert Mixes
Nestlé Professional Debuts the New Milkybar and Aero Dessert Mixes
Curated Home Decor Platforms
Cribsi Offers Warm and Modern Home Decor
Two-In-One Neck Pillows Chairs
VEAR's Neck Pillow Lounge Transforms to a Comfortable Seat
Premium Skincare Amenity Kits
JetBlue's Mint Airline Amenity Kits Feature Multiple New York Brands
Premium Skincare Airplane Kits
The JetBlue Mint Amenity Kit Now Has Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Inflight Snack Stations
United Introduced Self-Serve Grab-and-Go Stations for Economy Fliers
Luxurious Amenity Kits
EVA Air Teams Up with Giorgio Armani and Jason Wu for a New Travel Kit
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
Neck-Safe Travel Pillows
The Cabeau TNE S3 is Engineered to Support your Neck On the Go
Playful Limited-Edition Travel Accessories
Cartolina and Neely & Chloe Launch an Ethereal Line
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
Upgraded Airline Cabin Products
Lufthansa Launches Its Allegris Product for Premium Customers
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
Intentionally Dented Luggage Designs
There is a New and Upgraded Crash Baggage Edition
Fashion Designer Bedding Collections
The Thom Browne Bedding Collection Was Created with Frette
Cozy Cushion-Resembling Luxe Clutches
JW Anderson Presents the Cushion Clutch Bags for FW23
Pocket-Sized Travel Kits
The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask + Earplugs is a Traveler's Best Friend
Americana Travel Candy Products
These New Products From MWITR Include M&M's and Maltesers SKUs
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
Plant-Based In-Flight Meals
NotCo and LATAM Airlines Partnered to Offer Meat-Free Meals
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Authentic UK Inflight Snacks
Made for Drink is Collaborating with British Airways
Multilingual AI Travel App
Traveluh Accounts for Different Cultural Nuances When Planning
Supportive Cooling Pillows
The Casper Hybrid Pillow Provides 12-Hours of Nighttime Comfort
Mattress Brand Sleep Hotels
The Emma Sleep Hotel Welcomes Guests in Sydney & Taipei
Mixed-Reality Bedtime Apps
Pillow is a Mixed-Reality App for Quest That Supports Relaxation in Bed
Novel Outdoor Design Capsules
Marmot & Better™ Gift Shop Collaborate on Eco-Friendly Winter Series
Streaming Service Sleeping Bags
The Netflix Sleeping Bag Reminiscences on Olden Days
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Organized Travel Planning Templates
Notion Travel Itinerary Planner Has Navigation and Expenses
Sustainable Travel Retail Chocolates
The Nestlé Sustainably Sourced Chocolate Range is Flavorful
Science-Backed Smart Beds
Sleep Number's Smart Beds Use AI to Adjust to Sleepers' Changing Needs
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
Holiday-Ready QSR Menus
The Chick-fil-A 2023 Holiday Menu Has New and Returning Favorites
Inflight Sparkling Wines
Emirates Debuts Vintage Sparkling Wine for Premium Economy Passengers
Individually Optimized Mattresses
Bedgear's M3 Ambient Mattress Offers Personalized Comfort
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
Accessible Airline Seats
Delta is Incorporating Seats to Support Travelers with Mobility Issues
Chocolate Tasting Flights
jcoco Curated Tasting Sets of Milk & Dark Milk Chocolate Flights
Post-Vacation Task Helpers
KAYAK And Taskrabbit Helps Individuals with Post-Vacation Tasks
Multi-Generational Travel Deals
easyJet Holidays' Grans Go Free Supports Affordable Family Travel
Engaging Airline Platforms
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Launches a New Travel Well Platform
1960s-Inspired Airport Hotels
The TWA Hotel in New York Captures the City's 60s Aesthetics
Allergy-Friendly Pizza Menus
These New Allergy-friendly Menus Cater to Dietary Restrictions
Luxe European Train Routes
Travel from Paris to Portofino on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
AI Travel Assistants
Trip.com Group Positions Its Tripgenie Service as Groundbreaking
Colorful Functional Luggage Designs
Monos is a New Brand of Playful Luggage Designs
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
Ultra-Soft Convertible Pillows
The Butterfly Sleep Pillow Converts to Provide Quality Sleep
Canadian Luxury Pillow Brands
Henrie Offers a Luxurious and Customizable Sleeping Solution
AI City Travel Planners
Travelicious is an AI Travel Planner Specifically for Cities
Friendsgiving Event Series
Butterball and Bumble Foster Togetherness with #FindYourTable
Galactic Atmosphere Restaurants
Space Perspective, SpaceVIP, and Rasmus Munk Join on an Experience
Contemporary Debut Furniture Series
Nine United Launches a New Collection of Furniture
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
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Branded Rest Stops
Kinder Bueno's Summer Gets Bueno Program Includes a Special Destination
Neon Tonal Premium Luggage
Away Presents its New Neon Collection of Bright Travelling Goods
Kid-Friendly Aviation Programs
easyJet's Summer Flight School Challenges Gender Stereotypes
Upcycled Aircraft Luggages
Emirates Launches a Collection Made from Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
All-Electric Passenger Aircrafts
Joby Aviation, Inc. Launches a New Aircraft for Passenger Service
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
Sustainable Hotel Brand Pillows
The Marriott Down Alternative Eco Pillow is Hypoallergenic
AI-Powered Travel Planners
'retravel.ai' Uses AI and ChatGPT to Help Travelers Strategize
Pillow Fort Hotel Retreats
Emma Unveils a New Sleep Retreat for Guests Driven by Nostalgia
TV-Inspired Parisian Trips
DHARMA Curated a Trip to Paris Inspired by Netflix's Emily in Paris
Luggage-Tracking Airline Services
Virgin Australia Enhances its Bag Tracking Feature for Guests
Airline Merchandise Capsules
Virgin Atlantic Launches a Merchandise Collection for Travelers
Plant-Based Cruise Menus
Princess Cruises is Introducing Vegan Menus to Its Fleet
Best Time to Travel Tools
KAYAK Recommends the Best Days to Book Flights and Hotels
QSR Summer Promotions
Starbucks Canada Offers Mobile Ordering and Rewards at Canadian Airports
Lounge-Inspired Artful Sofa Capsules
EQ3 Presents its New Bird Collection of Sofas
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Grab-and-Go Hot Food Services
The Onvo Food on the Fly Program Prioritizes Time Savings
Festive Film Lounges
M&M's Merry Movie Holiday Lounge Enhances Holiday Travel Experiences
Slumber-Inducing Hotel Collections
Sleep Glow Launches its Newest Sleep Collection for Hotels
Soda-Themed Airline Competitions
JetBlue and Pepsi are Raffling a Trip to Quito, Ecuador
Airline Clothing Rentals
Japan Airlines is Launching a New Clothing Rental Service for Passengers
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
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
Valentine's Day Flight Promotions
PLAY Airlines Ran Valentine's Day Deals This Year
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Premium In-Flight Cosmetics
Thirteen Lune and American Airlines Partnered for Onboard Amenities
Luxurious Airline Credit Cards
Qatar Airways Unveils its New Airline Privilege Club
Complimentary Unpacking Services
Eliza was here's New Service Gifts Travelers More Leisure Time
Elevated In-Flight Menus
Delta Airlines Enhances its Onboard Experiences with Upgraded Menus
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Inflight Coffee Roasts
Alaska Airlines and Stumptown Coffee Collaborate on a New In-Flight Coffee
Opulent Traveler Rewards
Bank Of America Rewards Program Adds Experiential Perks for its Customers
Complimentary Meal Military Promotions
This Fourth of July Promotion Rewards Military Members
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
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
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
Elevated Diner Menus
The IHOP Menu Now Includes Premium Options for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Spacious Airline Seating Selections
Quaras Airlines Presents the New Neighbor Free Seating
In-App Flight Booking Features
Uber Will be Launching Flight Functions in the UK Soon