From solo travel bundles to dining guides for the unaccompanied guest, the September 2024 travel trends celebrate and center the role of solo travel.
For decades now, airlines, hotels, and hospitality brands have largely marketed their offerings toward couples and families, but rarely to the solo traveler (save for the business men and women traveling for work). However, in recent years, there's been a much bigger push to cater to solo adventurers who are traveling all over the world for fun, not just for business.
The September 2024 travel trends exemplify this shift with all kinds of new offerings for solo adventures. For instance, Priceline has Solo Explorer packages that include exclusive offers for unaccompanied travelers. On the other hand, OpenTable and Kayak teamed up to create an extensive guide for those who plan to dine alone in new cities.
Top 55 Travel Trends in September
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Advanced Portable Camping Kitchens
Wildland and Cinch Have Partnered to Create the Kitchen Cruiser
54
Lifesize 90s Doll Experiences
Airbnb Presents 'Playdate at Polly Pocket’s Compact'
53
Artistically Adorned Luggage Collections
Samsonite Taps Kenny Scharf for Its New Collection
52
Collapsible Compartment Duffle Packs
The Super Pacific HuckPack Duffel Bag Has a Clamshell Design
51
Modern Vehicle Mattress Designs
The Luno AIR+FOAM Pro Vehicle Mattress is Comfort-Focused
50
Dating App Coffeeshops
Bumble Partners with GoodNews for Le Café Bumble in Paris
49
Ocean Plastic-Made Skincare Packaging
LATHER Introduced Its New Landscapes Collection
48
Luxurious Rapper-Backed Getaways
Booking.com and Ludacris Partner to Offer a VIP Experience
47
Stylishly Functional Weekender Bags
The Samsonite Better Than Basics Weekender is Practical
46
Branded Dream Vacation Sweepstakes
Playa Bowls Looks to Sweeten the Summer Experience
45
French Riviera-Inspired Designer Activations
Chanel Presents an Elegant Airport Pop-Up in Istanbul
44
Rolling Luggage Capsules
Dagne Dover's Rolling Luggage Line is Celebrated for its Chic Design
43
Premium-Quality VR Experiences
'Sandbox VR' in Toronto Offers Fully Immersive Journeys through VR
42
Solo Dining Guides
OpenTable and Kayak Created Resources for Traveling & Eating Alone
41
Tourism-Ready Autonomous Aircrafts
Ehang Holdings Limited Delivers Batch of EH216-S eVTOL
40
Delay-Predicting Flight Tracker Apps
The 'Flighty' App Now Uses Machine Learning Technology
39
Luscious Dining Bars
Ful Kyoto is an Artistically-Crafted Oasis in the Heart of a Bustling City
38
Convenient Traveller Payment Solutions
UnionPay Offers Seamless Transactions in Europe
37
Speedboat Racing Sweepstakes
Gopuff x Team Brady Offer an Exclusive Summer Escape to Lake Como
36
Longevity-Enhancing Wellness Programs
Canyon Ranch's New Program is Titled LONGEVITY8™
35
QSR Travel Sweepstakes
SONIC's 'Fun on the Menu' Sweepstakes Feature Dreamy American Getaways
34
Solo Travel Bundles
Priceline's Solo Explorer Curates a 5-Day Itinerary with an AI Assistant
33
Outdoor-Themed Summer Sweepstakes
CLIF BAR Encourages More People to Spend Time Outdoors
32
Time-Keeper Olympics Pop-Ups
OMEGA will Present the 'OMEGA Paris 2024 Project' Across Japan
31
Charming Luxury Resorts
The Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor Has Officially Opened
30
Online Lifestyle-Inspired Street Festivals
The Xiaohongshu Street Life Festival is Exciting
29
Sensorial Art Exhibitions
Gardens by the Bay Presents the 'Impressions of Monet' Experience
28
Durable Softside Luggage Collections
Travelpro Has Introduced Its New VersaPack®+ Collection
27
Affordable Luxury Vacations
Sunwing Vacations and Hyatt Partner for the Benefit of Canadians
26
AI Travel Cost Predictions
Trip Budget Builds Customized Itineraries Aligned to Your Finances
25
Gastronomy-Inspired City Aspirations
Quanzhou Wants to Become a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
24
Thematic Outdoor Lights Experiences
The New York Botanical Garden Hosts a Tim Burton Light Trail
23
Fine Whisky Installations
The Macallan Hosts a Color Collection Pop-Up Store at LAX
22
Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms
UNCHARTED Recently Introduced the EVOLVE Multimedia Platform
21
Luxury Winter Chairlifts
Banff Sunshine Village Gears Up to Debut the Super Angel Luxury Chairlift
20
Airline Partnership Campaigns
Delta and LATAM Airlines Teamed up for 'Meant to Be Together'
19
Compact Portable Toilet Designs
Joolca's GottaGo Can Be Used for a Variety of Outdoor Activities
18
Exclusive Paris-Themed Cognacs
The Martell Paris Exclusive Edition was Designed for the Olympics
17
Sleek Luggage Capsules
Tumi's Fall 2024 Line Boasts New Voyageur Leather & 19 Degree Frame Designs
16
Travel Journal Apps
Avare Lets You Create and Customize Locations on an Interactive Map
15
Travel-Themed Book Recommendations
Belletrist Curated The Reading Route for Trainline
14
On-Demand Electric Boat Taxis
Bangkok's Electric Boat Taxi Commenced Service in July
13
Jet Lag-Alleviating Airline Systems
Qantas is Introducing a New Cabin Lighting System
12
Electric Travel Kitchens
Rivian's New Electric Kitchen Can Be Folded for Convenience
11
Restorative Designer Beach Clubs
Off-White Hosts an Ibiza Beach Club at Cala Jondal
10
Collaborative Color-Focused Suitcases
Away Taps La Ligne for Two New Orange and Navy Colorways
9
Sustainable Tourist Rest Facilities
The Philippines Unveils a New Eco-Friendly Tourist Rest Area
8
Personalized Honeymoon Booking Platforms
Honeymoons.com Streamlines Romantic Getaway Planning
7
Travel-Friendly Bitters Sets
All the Bitters Boasts the Classic Bitters Travel Pack
6
Automated Transit Buses
Vicinity Motor Corp. Deploys Its Electric Bus in Michigan
5
Battery Swap Initiatives
Fuelrod Debuts a New Initiative at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
4
Connective Travel Apps
Fairytrail is For Those Who Value Travel and Meaningful Connections
3
Improved Airline Performance Initiatives
Southwest Airlines Announces Several Updates
2
Digitized Travel Wishlists
Wish2Go Let's Users Save Locations to Bring Travel Dreams to Life
1
Simultaneous Ride-Hailing Features
Uber Introduces the Concurrent Rides Feature Across India
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Collaborative Travel Beauty Bags
The Rare Beauty x Béis Beauty Collection Takes Cosmetics to Go
Toy-Doll-Starring Travel Spots
Expedia Debuts its 'Going Places with Ken' Campaign
Comfort-Driven Travel Collaborations
The Danner x Osprey Adventure Travel Kit Has Two Products
BookTok Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Launched Literature-Inspired Group Tours for Gen Z
Rom-Com Book-Inspired Trips
EF Ultimate Break Launched an Emily Henry Journey to Croatia
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
DIY-Style Vacation Offerings
Marriott Bonvoy Lets Canadian Travelers Curate Their Escapes
Game-Inspired Hotel Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Launches 'Vacation Roulette' to Ignite Spontaneity
Vibrant Lightweight Suitcases
Away Spotlights its Suitcases in an Exclusive Sunshine Yellow Shade
Luxe Soccer-Inspired Stays
Four Seasons Toronto Unveiled Experiences for FIFA 2026
Nature-Inspired Hotel Expansions
Outbound Hotels Has Announced a Strategic Expansion
Comprehensive Wellness Programs
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Has Elevated Its Offerings
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Livestreamed Travel Campaigns
IShowSpeed and Expedia are Engaging and Inspiring Gen Z Travelers
Wellness Hospitality Series
The 'Luxury Wellbeing Series 2025' will Span Across Asian Cities
Departure Lounge Pop-Ups
giffgaff's Holidata Lounge Helps Travelers Get Ready for Adventure
Global Hospitality Expansions
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces New Plans for Its Business
Kindness-Focused Travel Campaigns
Global Child: Travel & Purpose Debuts a Qatar Episode
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
Destination-Driven Travel Pieces
The Ritz-Carlton x Kilometre Paris Reimagines Iconic Places
Flexible Monthly Car Shares
Turo Offers a Low-Commitment Alternative to Traditional Car Ownership
Adventurious Luxury Furniture Campaigns
Louis Vuitton's 2025 Travel Campaign is Visually Appealing
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
Women-Led Travel Journeys
Geographic Expeditions Launched its 'Women of the World Collection'
Summer Camp-Inspired Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Debuts Camp Ultimate, Targeting Gen Z
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
Local-Led Culinary Experiences
Intrepid Offers a Diverse Range of Food Tours for Curious Travelers
Digital Travel Organizers
Packd Helps You Plan Trips and Manage Packing Lists Efficiently
Luxury Designer Travel Guides
Louis Vuitton Introduced a New Format for its City Guide Resorts
Integrated Travel Wallets
Samsung Wallet Organizes Bookings, Tickets and Itineraries in One Place
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
Anniversary Travel Series
Kith for TUMI 50th Anniversary Set blends luxury travel with streetwear
PTO-Themed Vacation Competitions
siggi’s Debuts the PT-YO Challenge to Help Consumers Use Up PTO
Adventure Destination Platforms
Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors Connects Travelers to Activities
Travel-Focused Regional Websites
Tourism Authority of Thailand Debuts a Dedicated Online Portal
Agentic Travel Platforms
Voyagier Uses AI to Plan and Book Trips Instantly
Spontaneity-Inspired Travel Campaigns
Wyndham Debuts 'Where There's a Wyndham, There's a Way'
AI Travel Planners
Plan Personalized Trips Quickly with JustBookIt’s AI Travel Tools
Unique City-Based Culinary Tours
Tasty Tours Expands Its Lavish Culinary Tour Offerings in Toronto
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
Collaborative Airline Dining Menus
Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Debut Seasonal Dining Selections
Travel Community Platforms
Tripnation Travel Community Connects Through Stories, Groups, & Guides
Story-Driven Vacation Apparel
& Other Stories Features Versatile Pieces for Summer Getaways
Luggage Personalization Stickers
Monos Launched City-Inspired Destination Stickers
Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours
EF Ultimate Break's Andiamo Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials
Ten-Day Culture Tours
Trafalgar's Travel Guide Features Curated Music and Cuisine Destinations
Australian Recipe-Inspired Curated Boxes
eat2explore Debuts the Explore Australia Box
Gen Z-Focused Bag Charms
Travel Blue Launches the Memory Collection to Appeal to Gen Z Shoppers
Safety Travel Tools
Know Your Trips Provides Real-Time Alerts and Safer Routes for Travelers
Customized K-Beauty Tours
NOL World's Personalized K-Beauty Curation Tour Helps Skincare Consumers
Global Travel Hubs
NomadMania Helps Travelers Plan, Track, Map, And Connect Worldwide
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
Travel Planning Apps
Triply Helps Track Trips, Flights, And Explore Global Experiences
Pet-Centric Travel Platforms
Dog Owners Can Book Stays and Plan Trips in One Place
Travel Planning Tools
CoTrips Uses AI To Generate Personalized Travel Itineraries Quickly
Curated Luxury Travel Packages
The easyJet Holidays Luxury Collection Offers Five-Star Experiences
Autism-Friendly Travel Planning Guides
Magic Bean Travel Co. Shares Tips for Accessible Travel
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
Travel-Focused Summer Campaigns
good2grow Debuts National Sweepstakes & Partners with Pack Up + Go
Gastronomy-Based Travel Adventures
Tourradar Features Cross-Continental Culinary and Food Tours
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
Woman-Focused Travel Companies
Girls' Guide to the World Serves a Niche Market
Trip Planning Platforms
Pogo Travel Helps You Plan, Save, And Share Personalized Adventures
Smart Travel Planners
CityOne Offers Real-Time Bookings And Seamless Trip Planning
Travel Package Marketplaces
Holicay Helps Travelers Build and Access Custom Travel Experiences
Influencer Travel Guides
EF Ultimate Break Launched an Influencer-Hosted Tour Program
Culinary-Focused Travel Experiences
EF Go Ahead Tours Launches the Food Tours Collection
Inspired Travel Planning
CloneMyTrips Turns Social Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Conscientious Tourism Campaigns
Evaneos Advocates Against Overtourism in a New Campaign
Customized Soccer Tournament Packages
Roadtrips Unveiled 2026 FIFA World Cup Travel Packages
All-in-One Digital Dining Marketplaces
This OpenTable Marketplace is for Private and Group Dining
Centennial‑Inspired Airline Menus
American Airlines' Themed Menu Offers a Taste of the 20s
Faith-Compliant Tourism Experiences
Halal Holidays Launches HalalHolidays.asia to Assist Travelers
AI Travel Planners
CloneMyTrips Transforms Social Media Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Foodie-Themed Singles Events
Knorr and Eventbrite are Connecting Singles in and Out of the Kitchen
Travel Discovery Platforms
Ready To Traveling Inspires Exploration With Curated Travel Ideas
Festive Travel Getaways
Air Canada Vacations Launches Christmas Market Tour Packages
Modern Travel Collaborations
American Express and STAUD Launch a Resortwear Collection
World Cup Hospitality Kits
Newark’s ‘Stay & Play’ Packages Turn Hotels into FIFA 2026 Fan Hubs
Community Travel Platforms
Discover Hidden Gems and Share Locations with TravelShare
Travel-Focused Holiday Promotions
Ricardo Beverly Hill is Running a Festive Promotion This Season
Identity-Based Travel Matches
Travelese Introduced Its Matching Architecture
Scottish Tourism Campaigns
VisitScotland Used NYC Tartan Week to Drive Scotland Tourism In The USA
Exclusive Luxury Properties Previews
Home Team Luxury Rentals Debuts Coming Soon Properties
New Year Travel Experiences
Trip.com Group Spotlights 2026 Lunar New Year Travel
World Cup Travel Packages
Raffles Boston Offers a Luxury World Cup Stay with Helicopter Transfers
In-App Road Trip Planners
The Marriott Bonvoy App Features a Road Trip Planner for Summer Fun
Regional Travel Campaigns
Wego and Visit Qatar Partner for a Localized Campaign
Travel-Focused Accessibility Platforms
Smartvel's TravelAble Seeks to Consolidate Travel Info
Mediterranean-Inspired Luggage Capsules
TUMI Has Unveiled the Mediterranean Escape Collection
Adult-Only Cruise Partnerships
Air Canada Vacations Expands its Cruise Portfolio
Grocer-Backed Vacation Savings
Albertsons Launches a New Travel Incentive for Loyalty Members
Holistic Wellness Travel Campaigns
The Tourism Authority of Thailand Participates in WTM 2025
Group Travel Planners
TripSyncPro Simplifies Collaborative Planning For Group Travel
Spring-Forward Cruise Offers
Celebrity Cruises Features Budget-Friendly Options for Travelers
AI Travel Planners
Trazzeo Simplifies Travel Planning With Personalized AI Guidance
Lesser-Traveled Japan Tours
EF Adventures Launches its Japan Multi-Adventure
Expansive Cruise Experiences
Celebrity Cruises Reveals the First of Its 2027-2028 Itineraries
Personalized Travel Planners
Exploro Provides Tailored Recommendations & Streamlined Trip Planning
Trip Coordination Platforms
Plan Harmony Helps Groups Build Itineraries, Activities, And Budgets
Convenience-Focused Vacation Bundles
Southwest Airlines Debuts Getaways by Southwest
Travel Planning Assistants
Time2Pack Simplifies Travel With Smart Lists and Offline Tools
Travel Collectible Platforms
World Traveler Lets You Share Adventures Through Custom Travel Cards
Personalized Travel Planning
Globe Tales Delivers Travel Tips, Tools, and Curated Recommendations
120-Day World Cruises
Seabourn's 2028 Cape to Cape World Cruise Explores Five Continents
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
Domestic North American Adventures
EF World Journeys Launches 'Go Americas' Itineraries
Fresh Meal-Focused Flight Experiences
United Airlines Expands Access to Fresh Meals on Flights
Economy Class Experiences
Air Transat Launched its 'Seat Sale' for Sought After Destinations
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
European-Inspired In-Flight Menus
American Airlines Offers a European Destination Summer Menu
Curated Travel Planners
Plan Personalized Kentucky Bourbon Trail® Trips With Bourbon Curations
Travel Planning Apps
Let’s Trip Simplifies Personalized Travel Planning and Itineraries
Holiday-Themed Luggage Campaigns
TUMI Debuts 'Gift Joy' Featuring Red and Black Toned Pieces
Curated Travel Plans
Travely Provides Ready-to-Use Itineraries for Stress-Free Exploration
Travel Safety Platforms
Tourist Guards Helps You Report and Avoid Travel Scams Worldwide
Elevated Resort Culinary Menus
Sunset World Group Upgrades Its Cancun & Riviera Maya Experiences
Seasonal Wine Tasting Experiences
Trius Winery Spotlighted Its Taste the Season Initiative
Vineyard Trail Experiences
Yorkshire Wineries Unite to Offer a Multi-Stop Wine Tourism Journey
Travel Planning Tools
Stays & Flights Helps Compare Multi Flight Trips And Find Better Deals
Elegant Ocean Traveling Deals
Hilton and Explora Journeys Announce a New Ocean Travel Experience
Smart Itinerary Builders
Planvel Instantly Creates Custom Travel Plans Based on Your Interests
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Travel Planning Tools
Itinerary Planner Helps Create Personalized Trip Plans And Organize Travel
Cultural Travel Stays
Connect With Local Families Abroad Through Adventure Homestay
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries
All-In-One Travel Companions
Saathi App Streamlines Planning, Expenses, And Shared Travel Plans
Travel Mapping Platforms
Travel Map Club Lets Users Track, Share, and Connect Over Trips