There is nothing worse than spending hours trapped in cramped airplane seats, but the October 2018 travel trends reveal that airlines are taking steps to make the experience a little more bearable. From new types of inflight entertainment, to productivity-boosting pods, air travel is gradually catching up to our modern needs.
One way that airlines are making air travel more fun is with unique inflight experiences. For example, Alaska Airlines is now giving consumers a chance to watch immersive 3D and forward-facing 360-degree films with the SkyLights’ Allosky VR headset. Another example is Lufthansa, which will be serving beer from kegs to celebrate Oktoberfest 2018 in the skies.
However, not everyone travels for vacation. As the October 2018 travel trends reveal, business travel is becoming more efficient with advances like the new productivity-boosting, business-class cabin designed by the Taiwanese airline Eva Air and BMW's Designworks.
Top 30 Travel Ideas in October
From Inflight Beer kegs to Productivity-Boosting Airline Cabins:
Katherine Pendrill — Oct 27, 2018 — World
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Low-Impact Floating Backpacks
HoverGlide is a First of Its Kind with Its Suspended Load Technology
29
Adventure Travel Suitcase Backpacks
The Victorinox Vx Touring Global Carry-On Protects Your Gear
28
Total Support Travel Cushions
The Knidos Travel Pillow Offers Complete Support for Ergonomic Rest
27
Retro 80s Airbnb Rentals
'The McFly' Airbnb Boasts a Retro 80s Vibe for Travelers to Enjoy
26
Advanced Ergonomic Travel Pillows
The 'bullbird' Travel Pillow Maximizes Comfort During Travel
25
Settler-Themed Glamping Experiences
The Yosemite Pines Resort Offers Oregon Trail-Style Glamping
24
French Contemporary Rustic Hotels
Be-poles' Design is Strongly Informed by Agriculture Traditions
23
Inflight Oktoberfest Beers
Lufthansa is Serving Fresh Draft Beer On-Board for Oktoberfest
22
VR Airline Entertainment Systems
The Alaska Airlines VR Lets Passengers View 360-Degree Films
21
Sleek Contemporary Hawaiian Hotels
OMFGCO Infuses the Laylow Hotel with a Mid-Century Aesthetic
20
Millennial-Focused Cruise Tours
Kesha's Weird & Wonderful Rainbow Ride is a Cruise Ship Festival
19
Durable High-Tech Luggage
Holiday Group Introduces the new Travelpro Platinum Elite Collection
18
Packable Lightweight Jackets
The Camper Hooded Jacket 2.0 is a Transitional & Functional Piece
17
Beer-Tasting Train Tours
The Durango Brew Train Takes Beer Lovers Through the Colorado Mountains
16
Outdoor Adventure Travel Apps
The 'Lyfx' App Connects Users to the Best Activities When Traveling
15
Inspiring Travel Video Apps
'OceanView Mobile' Shares US and Original Travel Series
14
Adventurous Travel Socialization Apps
The 'Paired' App Connects Travelers with Savvy Locals
13
Social Media Luggage Giveaways
Lifestyle Brand Herschel Announced a Giveaway on its Instagram
12
Curated Travel Services
Area 120's Touring Bird Helps Users Find Things to Do on Vacation
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P2P Travel Nightlife Apps
'uVibe' Helps Travelers Pinpoint the Best Spots to Party
10
Maldivian Beach Bubble Accommodations
The Finolhu Beach Bubble Tent is Rustic Yet Luxurious
9
AR Carry-On Apps
KLM's Official App Includes an Augmented Reality Feature for Checking Bag Size
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Productivity-Focused Airline Cabins
Eva Air's New Business-Class Cabin Was Designed by BMW
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Aerodynamic Car-Friendly Luggage
The 'Lugga' Luggage is Durable and Stylish
6
Eco-Friendly Yoga Travel Mats
Destination Karma Shows the World's Beauty One Yoga Mat at a Time
5
Connective Dining Incentives
OpenTable's 'OpenSeat' Lets People Share an Empty Spot at Their Table
4
Drag Queen Cruise Ships
Queens Overboard is an Inclusive Cruise That is Packed with Fun Activities
3
Blockchain Hotel Bookings
GOeureka Lets Users Book Hotels with Zero Commission Fees
2
Wanderlust-Sparking Around-the-World Journeys
Land Rover's Video Campaign is Truly Inspiring
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Photo-Based Travel Bookings
easyjet's 'Look&Book' Feature Appeals to the Instagram Generation
Related Ideas
Toy-Doll-Starring Travel Spots
Expedia Debuts its 'Going Places with Ken' Campaign
Airline-Based Creative Platforms
Qatar Airways x Swizz Beatz Launch The Qatar Airways Creative 100
BookTok Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Launched Literature-Inspired Group Tours for Gen Z
Next-Generation First Class Experiences
Airbus Reimagines the First Class Experiences on Planes
Theatrical Cocktail Experiences
The Theatre by ZLB23 Unfolds at a Seven-Seat Bar
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
Festive In-Flight Experiences
Emirates Offers Seasonal Experience for Travelers
Premium Narrow-Body Cabins
United will Introduce the Airbus A321XLR Cabin This Summer
Data-Driven Sports Culture Ads
Air Transat's OOH Campaign Compares and Contrasts Ticket Prices
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
420-Friendly Travel Bags
The BIC Flickaway Weekender Bag Aligns with Surging Cannabis Tourism
Electric Air Taxi Services
Uber Announced Integrations with the Joby Air Taxi Service in Dubai
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
Privacy Workspace Pods
Kabin Unveils Three Modular Privacy Pods for Focus and Clarity at Work
Multitasking Volunteer Initiatives
Heineken Fan Volunteers Applies a Rarely Used Employee Benefit
City-Inspired Airport Lounges
The Capital One Lounge at JFK Captures the Vibrancy of NYC
Paper-Based Airline Amenity Kits
Icelandair Introduced Sustainable Amenity Kits for Business Class
Premium Amenity Kit Collections
ELIE SAAB x Saudia Airlines Redefine In-Flight Luxury
Missed Flight Lounges
The Cayman Club by Cayman Jack Helps to Turn Travel Chaos into Calm
Festive Airport Pop-Ups
Urban Outfitters' Club Holiday Pop-Up Entices Gen Z Travelers
AI Travel Planning
Mindtrip Turns Tourism Website Content into Personalized Travel Itineraries
Coffee-Themed Airline Experiences
Delta Air Lines and Starbucks Unveiled The In-Air Coffeehouse
Departure Lounge Pop-Ups
giffgaff's Holidata Lounge Helps Travelers Get Ready for Adventure
Travel Planning Tools
ReadyPackGo Helps You Organize Trips Into A Simple All-In-One Itinerary
Upcycled Aircraft Capsules
Emirates Unveils a New Upcycled Collection Made from Aircraft Interiors
Relaxing Private Jet Experiences
The VistaJet Sleep Program Supports Rest and Recovery in the Air
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
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
Conversational Travel Booking
Mindtrip Uses AI to Simplify Flight Planning and Checkout
Alcohol-Free Underground Campaigns
TfL and Heineken 0.0 Introduced "Bakerl0.0" for Dry January
Long-Term Premium Travel Partnerships
Via Carota Craft Cocktails & Blade Enhance Experiences
Retro-Inspired Airline Experiences
Pan Am Journeys by Private Air are From Beyond Capricorn
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Airline Festival Sponsorships
Alaska Airlines is the Official Airline of Coachella and Stagecoach
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'
Airport Sleep Stations
Airport Dimensions Offers a Quiet Refuge for Travelers Craving Relaxation
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
AI Travel Photography
Epic AI Travel Photos Creates Stunning Photos of Popular Destinations
Colleague-Connecting Pubs
The Office by Heineken Celebrates the Best Part of Work Culture
TV Series-Inspired Airline Dining
United Airlines & Chef's Table Boast Exclusive Inflight Meals
Travel Story Visuals
Travel Wrapped Turns Your Annual Journeys Into Shareable Infographics
AI-Powered Corporate Booking Features
BizTrip AI Introduced BizTrip Platform
Refreshing Inflight Spritzes
Archer Roose Wines' Skyhigh Spritz is Made Be Mixed from a Plane Seat
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
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
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
Subway Cabin Makeovers
British Airways NYC Subway Turns Commute into an In-Flight Experience
Airline Entertainment Partnerships
United x Spotify Collaborate to Enhance In-Flight Entertainment
Safety Travel Tools
Know Your Trips Provides Real-Time Alerts and Safer Routes for Travelers
Flight Productivity Timers
FocusFlight Helps Users Track Tasks With Focused Journeys
Pumpkin Spice Cocktail Flights
Starbucks Reserve Roasteries are Serving Grown-Up PSL Drinks
World Cup Travel Packages
Raffles Boston Offers a Luxury World Cup Stay with Helicopter Transfers
K-Pop Fan Immersed Experiences
SEVENTEEN Airbnb Experiences Immerse Fans in Idol Life
European Food Tours
Air Canada Offers Curated Food Tourism Packages and Guides
Fantasy Book Vacation Tours
EF Ultimate Break Launches a Fourth Wing-Inspired European Adventure
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
Travel Planning Apps
Triply Helps Track Trips, Flights, And Explore Global Experiences
Carrier Pigeon Campaigns
The Travel Agency's Viral Project Pigeon Spiked Social Media Engagement
Collaborative Airline Hats
Air Canada x Tilley Team Up for the 'Bucket List Hat'
Stadium Stay Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces a World Cup Final Sleepover Suite for Fans
Elevated Aircraft Interiors
United Airlines' Newly Unveiled Its Elevated Aircraft Interior
Collaborative Airline Beers
Air New Zealand Partners with Parrotdog Brewery on a New Beer Flavor
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
Experiential Travel Campaigns
The China National Tourist Office in LA Seeks to Promote Travel
Ski Resort Hospitality Expansions
Vail Resorts is Expanding its Food and Drink Offerings
Premium Airline Bedding Kits
NewTerritory Designs an Exclusive Bedding Kit for Aeroméxico
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
Plane-Compatible AI Catering Systems
Airbus Has Developed Smart Catering to Enhance Convenience
Expansive AI-Powered Travel Tools
KAYAK.ai Expands to Offer Car Rentals for Localized Road Trips
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Lie-Flat Night Bus Seats
Twiliner Reimagines European Night Travel with Hotel-Grade Sleeping Seats
Taxi Driver-Centric Branded Events
Carlsberg Ran the 'Fare Game' Initiative for Taxi Drivers
Upgraded Airlines Mobile Apps
United Airlines Adds Connecting Flight-Centric Feature to Its App
Inspired Travel Planning
CloneMyTrips Turns Social Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Photogenic Destination Campaigns
Icelandair is Searching for a Really Bad Photographer
In-Air Wine Tastings
The Magellan Jets Journeys Program Reflects Private Clients' Passions
Conscientious Tourism Campaigns
Evaneos Advocates Against Overtourism in a New Campaign
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Centennial‑Inspired Airline Menus
American Airlines' Themed Menu Offers a Taste of the 20s
AI Travel Planners
CloneMyTrips Transforms Social Media Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Festive Travel Getaways
Air Canada Vacations Launches Christmas Market Tour Packages
Premium In-Flight Beverage Services
Singapore Airlines Has Partnered with Longbottom & Co.
Airline Wi-Fi Advancements
Qatar Airways Install Starlink on its Boeing 787-8 Aircraft
Collectible Baggage Allowance Stickers
Let It Fly Rewards Travelers for Buying Cultural Items
Heritage Outerwear Reissues
Octobre Editions x Schott NYC Collaboration Updates Classic Jackets
Chef-Led In-Flight Dining Programs
Alaska Airlines Introduces Chef’s (Tray) Table for First Class
Travel-Focused Holiday Promotions
Ricardo Beverly Hill is Running a Festive Promotion This Season
In-Flight Wi-Fi Services
China Airlines Makes a Significant Advancement in Passenger Connectivity
New Year Travel Experiences
Trip.com Group Spotlights 2026 Lunar New Year Travel
Community Engagement Airport Strategies
Ontario International Airport Has Received an Award
PSL Tasting Flights
The Pumpkin Spice Duo Flight Shares New Starbucks Reserve Roasteries Creations
Instant Trip Planning
Airial Travel Turns Social Inspiration Into Ready-To-Use Travel Plans
Travel-Focused Accessibility Platforms
Smartvel's TravelAble Seeks to Consolidate Travel Info
High-Performance Travel Seating
Departures Seating is a New System for Airport Gates & Terminals
Grocer-Backed Vacation Savings
Albertsons Launches a New Travel Incentive for Loyalty Members
Wheelchair-Compatible Cabin Concepts
Airbus Has Introduced the Airspace U Suite
No-Neighbor Airline Seats
TAP Economy Prime is a New Long-Haul Cabin with More Space & Privacy
Hotel-Grade In-Flight Mattresses
Air France and Sofitel are Boosting Comfort in Business Class
Autumnal Wine Kits
Vinebox's Sweater Weather Tasting Experience Shares Cozy Varietals
Expansive Cruise Experiences
Celebrity Cruises Reveals the First of Its 2027-2028 Itineraries
Fare Finding Tools
Jetbzaf Finds Cheap Flights Using Low Fare Calendar And Deals
Convenience-Focused Vacation Bundles
Southwest Airlines Debuts Getaways by Southwest
Travel Planning Assistants
Time2Pack Simplifies Travel With Smart Lists and Offline Tools
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
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
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
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Holiday-Themed Luggage Campaigns
TUMI Debuts 'Gift Joy' Featuring Red and Black Toned Pieces
Tour Operator Travel Packages
Goway Introduces Four New Itineraries and Excursions for Travelers
Curated Travel Plans
Travely Provides Ready-to-Use Itineraries for Stress-Free Exploration
Shared Tracker Tag Features
Google Lets Airlines Use Find Hub Links with Android Users
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Event-Led Luxury Cruises
VidantaWorld Builds Yacht Itineraries Around Eclipses and Cultural Events
Simulated Air Travel Experiences
MIA, Delta and LATAM Organized a Air Travel Simulation Event
Fresh In-Flight Offerings
Alaska Airlines Expands its Fresh Meal Options
Slow Immersion Travel
Tripmasters Promotes Longer Stays and Experience-Focused Vacations
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
Award Flight Searches
Award Travel Finder Surfaces Airline Reward Seat Availability
Travel Planning Tools
Itinerary Planner Helps Create Personalized Trip Plans And Organize Travel
All-In-One Travel Companions
Saathi App Streamlines Planning, Expenses, And Shared Travel Plans
Customer-Centric Airline Upgrades
Hawaiian Airlines Unveils Kahuʻewai Plan For Holistic Travel
In-Flight Explorer Apps
Flight Compass Tracks Flights, Landmarks, and Countries While Flying