Social media for travel is changing the way people see the world and it is having a huge influence on the travel industry. A prime example of this is Loews Hotels, which allows its guests to make hotel bookings through Twitter. Another social media-loving destination is the Australia 1888 Hotel, which offers a free night stay for guests with 10,000 Instagram followers — this is good exposure for the hotel and a great deal that the influential Instagram user is bound to spread the word about. With perks like these, people will be snapping a ton of selfies at the hotel.
With the recent introduction of Pinterest’s Place Boards, this brings a ton of new opportunities for travel agencies, airlines and hotels to create captivating maps of must-see destinations or the locations of novel vacationing spots around the globe.
34 Clever Uses of Social Media for Travel
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Storm-Locating Maps
The Hurricane Sandy Crisis Map Helps to Prepare for This Natural Disaster
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Selfie-Friendly Hotels
Australia's 1888 Hotel is Instagram-Friendly
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Aerial Tweet Maps
Fast Company Design Aerial Maps Reveal Twitter User Data of NYC and London
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Interactive Graffiti Tracking Tools
Paris Street Art is a Website That Locates Murals on a Map
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Social Media Airports
The Virgin America San Francisco Terminal Checks-In on Foursquare & Facebook
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Social Metropolis Graphs
The Phototrails Project Maps Out the Instagram Signatures of Cities
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Prosperous Scavenger Hunts
Twitter's HiddenCash is Holding a SF Scavenger Hunt Leading to Money
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Crowdsourced Travel Maps
KLM's Must See Map Lets You & Friends Create Maps by Selecting Must-Sees
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Illegal Animated Internet Maps
Internet Census 2012 Infected 420,000 Computers to Gauge Web Usage
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Crowdsourced Virtual Tourism
Remote Control Tourist Allows You to Visit Melbourne from Your Couch
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Social Road Trip Apps
The 'SmileDrive' App Integrates Social Media with Road Trips
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Photo-Fueled Car Competitions
The Mercedes-Benz' 'Take the Wheel' is a Competition for Instagram
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Facebook Tourism Tactics
Obermutten Campaign Posts Fan Profiles on Village Wall
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Artfully Crowdsourced Maps
'They Draw & Travel' Showcases Cool Travel Insights from Nomad Artists
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Social Media Urination Stations
AirPnP Allows Users to Lend Out Their Bathrooms to the Public
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Social Media-Obsessed Hotels
Sol Wave House in Spain is the First Twitter Hotel
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Tourist-Attracting Smartphone Campaigns
The ‘Post from Japan’ App Harnesses Picture Po
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Social Media Trip Engagers
The 'MHbuddy' App Let's You Share Travel Plans with Facebook Friends
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Tweeted Hotel Bookings
Twitter Users Can Book Their Stays at Loews Hotels with a Tweet
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Crowdsourced GPS Maps
'Streetview Updating by Hertz' Places Google Cameras on Rental Cars
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Social Media Loyalty Programs
The Starwood Hotels Foursquare Partnerships Help You Earn Points
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Twitter Airline Tickets
TweetAFlight Allows Instant Social Media Travel Transactions
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Hotel Social Networking Sites
IMGuest Connects Businesses and Travelers Together Online
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Travel-Focused Social Networks
Touristlink Makes Traveling an Everyday Topic for Web Surfers
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Social Pinboard Maps
Pinterest's Place Pins Help to Curate Better Travel Boards
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Real-Time Vacation Guides
The 'Suggestme' Travel Guide Finds Destinations Hot Now
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Location-Based Friend Tools
Lonely Planet Friends for Friends App is Perfect for Solo Travelers
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Personalized City Search Tools
MapQuest Vibe Lets Users Engage with Cities Interactively
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Nostalgic Time-Travelling Apps
The Timehop App Makes a Social Media Time Capsule of Yourself
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Seat Mate-Matching Applications
Finnair Airline Passengers can Choose Their Seat Mates
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City Discovery Apps
Mapnificent App Presents All Possible Routes Available from a Starting Point
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Lit Holiday Travel Charts
Foursquare Travel Infographic Lights up the Sky
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Tweeting Travel Agents
'Reach.ly' Trolls Twitter to Help Hotels Find Potential Guests
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Virtual Travel Exercise Experiences
The Teemo Fitness App Takes You On an Adventure
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BookTok Travel Experiences
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AI-Native Hotels
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Authentic Connection Campaigns
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Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
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Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Nature-Inspired Hotel Expansions
Outbound Hotels Has Announced a Strategic Expansion
Supermarket Tourism Campaigns
K-Supermarket's Tripadvisor Listings Share a Taste of Food Culture
Personalized AI-Powered Travel Apps
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Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Beer Brand Nature Campaigns
Corona Launched Its Living Is Calling With a Tripadvisor Partnership
Social Commerce Platforms
Synapse Hub Centralizes Bookings and Social Shopping with AI Suggestions
AI Travel Planning
Mindtrip Turns Tourism Website Content into Personalized Travel Itineraries
Longevity-Focused Hotel Initiatives
Novotel Longevity Everyday Upgrades the Guest Experience
Wellness Hospitality Series
The 'Luxury Wellbeing Series 2025' will Span Across Asian Cities
Analog-Themed Camera Campaigns
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Global Hospitality Expansions
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces New Plans for Its Business
AI Travel Guides
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Integrated Travel Wallets
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Travel Visualization Tools
Fake Travel Generates AI Images Of Travel Experiences And Destinations
Culturally-Inspired Travel Campaigns
Louis Vuitton’s New Travel Campaign Spotlights China
Adventurious Luxury Furniture Campaigns
Louis Vuitton's 2025 Travel Campaign is Visually Appealing
Story-Driven Adventure Tourism
Disney Expands Immersive Guided Travel Across Europe and Asia
Livestreamed Travel Campaigns
IShowSpeed and Expedia are Engaging and Inspiring Gen Z Travelers
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
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Luxury Sports Hospitality
The Ritz-Carlton Blends SailGP Access With Experiential Travel Packages
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
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
Soccer-Inspired RV Platform Initiatives
RV Rental Platform Outdoorsy Targets Soccer Fans
Luxury Experiential Rail Travel
Napa Valley Wine Train Combines Gourmet Dining and Winery Visits
Game Card Vacation Stays
The UNO Social Club Turns the Card Game into a Themed Vacation Stay
Travel Organization Tools
Travel Planner Keeps Every Part Of Your Trip Organized In One Place
Adventure Destination Platforms
Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors Connects Travelers to Activities
Travel Story Visuals
Travel Wrapped Turns Your Annual Journeys Into Shareable Infographics
Travel-Focused Regional Websites
Tourism Authority of Thailand Debuts a Dedicated Online Portal
AI Travel Planners
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World Cup Hotel Destinations
World of Blue Launched Its Redesigned FIFA World Cup Hospitality Hub
Holiday-Themed Hospitality Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Announces Its Holiday Plans
AI Travel Planning
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Video Booking Engines
Aven Integrates Hovr to Bring Dynamic Video into Hotel Booking Journeys
Underrated Travel Locations
Intrepid Travel Has Released Its Annual Not Hot List
Travel Community Platforms
Tripnation Travel Community Connects Through Stories, Groups, & Guides
Luxury Safari Camps
The Hyatt Hotel Loyalty Program Expands Its Portfolio with New Experiences
Super App Travel Features
Uber Added Hotel Bookings & Travel Tools at Its Go-Get Product Event
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Storybook Travel Agencies
Dr. Seuss Travel Agency Turns Classic Books into Imaginary Destinations
World Cup Travel Packages
Raffles Boston Offers a Luxury World Cup Stay with Helicopter Transfers
Global Travel Hubs
NomadMania Helps Travelers Plan, Track, Map, And Connect Worldwide
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Travel Planning Apps
Triply Helps Track Trips, Flights, And Explore Global Experiences
Shoppable Microdramas
Crocs and SuperOrdinary Turn TikTok Storytelling Into Shopping Experiences
Carrier Pigeon Campaigns
The Travel Agency's Viral Project Pigeon Spiked Social Media Engagement
Integrated Travel Wellness
Fairmont’s 'Wellness Without Walls' Brings Flexible Routines to Travel
Stadium Stay Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces a World Cup Final Sleepover Suite for Fans
Pet-Centric Travel Platforms
Dog Owners Can Book Stays and Plan Trips in One Place
AI-Powered Travel Booking
12Go Enables Real-Time Transport Search and Booking via ChatGPT
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Travel Planning Tools
CoTrips Uses AI To Generate Personalized Travel Itineraries Quickly
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
Hotel Gym Review Apps
TravelTone Has Released a New Mobile Application for iOS Devices
Gamified Destination Tourism
Connecticut Launches Rewards Platform for Local Exploration
World Cup Hospitality Kits
Newark’s ‘Stay & Play’ Packages Turn Hotels into FIFA 2026 Fan Hubs
Smart Travel Planners
CityOne Offers Real-Time Bookings And Seamless Trip Planning
Travel Package Marketplaces
Holicay Helps Travelers Build and Access Custom Travel Experiences
Social Media Schedulers
SocialLater Automates Social Media Posting Across Multiple Platforms
Visual Journey Mapping
Travel Map Video Turns Routes Into Shareable Animated Stories
Cross-Industry Loyalty Ecosystems
oneworld and Taj Connect Airline and Hotel Rewards
Social Engagement Platforms
Sociable AI Predicts Viral Posts And Generates Brand Aligned Comments
Inspired Travel Planning
CloneMyTrips Turns Social Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Conscientious Tourism Campaigns
Evaneos Advocates Against Overtourism in a New Campaign
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
AI Travel Planners
CloneMyTrips Transforms Social Media Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Private Travel Networks
Cipher Lets You Share And Explore Travel Memories Within Your Circle
Alternative Travel Incentives
Roamr For Friends Incentivizes Employees To Reduce Travel Costs
Residential Luxury Travel
Four Seasons Introduces Home-Like Suites for Extended Yacht Stays
Community Travel Platforms
Discover Hidden Gems and Share Locations with TravelShare
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Gamified Travel Companions
Make Travel an Adventure With the CountryQuest Gamified Travel App
Location Memory Apps
Wander Turns Everyday Moments Into Shared Map Based Memory Archives
New Year Travel Experiences
Trip.com Group Spotlights 2026 Lunar New Year Travel
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Identity-Based Travel Matches
Travelese Introduced Its Matching Architecture
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Local Story Creators
Word oh Mouth Lets Users Share Experiences And Support Local Businesses
Instant Trip Planning
Airial Travel Turns Social Inspiration Into Ready-To-Use Travel Plans
Social Learning Experiences
Lectures on Tap Hosts Expert-Led Discussions in Local Bars
Story-Focused Hotel Branding Initiatives
Staypineapple Debuts 'Where Stays Become Stories'
Group Travel Planners
TripSyncPro Simplifies Collaborative Planning For Group Travel
Grocer-Backed Vacation Savings
Albertsons Launches a New Travel Incentive for Loyalty Members
Retail-Style Hotel Commerce
Aven Hospitality Embeds E-Commerce Features into Hotel Journeys
Longevity Holiday Resorts
TheLifeCo St. Lucia Introduces Flexible Wellness-Focused Stays
Comprehensive Hotel Renovations
The M Social Hotel New York Downtown is Open for Business
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Vacation Mode Activations
San Miguel's Holiday Mirror Transforms Passersby with AR
Localized Hotel Offerings
W Toronto Introduced its 'Live Local, Stay W' Package
Custom Travel Stickers
Your Travel Stickers Lets You Create Personalized Travel-Themed Stickers
Destination Discovery Platforms
Humbo Helps Travelers Decide Where to Go Before Planning Details
Travel Discovery Platforms
bestin.city Helps Travelers Discover Top Attractions And Nearby Gems
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Immersive Art Travel Programs
Marriott launches artist residency stays
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
AI Travel Planners
Travania Converts Videos And Images Into Complete Travel Itineraries
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Social Location Sharing
FriendMap Simplifies Location Sharing To Help Friends Connect In Real Time
AI Travel Journal Tools
Trippy Taless Turns Travel Photos And Videos Into AI Story Journals
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Travel Planning Apps
Let’s Trip Simplifies Personalized Travel Planning and Itineraries
AI-Powered Travel Discovery
Amap Uses AI Rankings to Guide Singapore Visitors
Tattoo Discovery Platforms
Tattoo Japan Helps Travelers Find Tattoo Friendly Places Across Japan
Advisor-Friendly Vacation Rentals
Signature Stay Collection Brings Commissions to Rental Bookings
Travel Networking Apps
Floo Connects Like-Minded Travelers Heading To The Same Destinations
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
Travel Tracking Apps
Trip Or Die Lets Users Track Countries Visited And Share Travel Maps
Mapped Loyalty Badges
Snap Map Place Loyalty Celebrates Frequent Visitors
Shared Tracker Tag Features
Google Lets Airlines Use Find Hub Links with Android Users
Media Intelligence Tools
Media Watcher Tracks Global News And Social Buzz In Real Time
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
Social Diary Platforms
Truuze Social Networking App Blends Personal Journaling With Social Sharing
Travel Planning Tools
Stays & Flights Helps Compare Multi Flight Trips And Find Better Deals
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game
Social Media Management Tools
Schedpilot Automates Planning And Publishing Across Social Platforms
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries
Social Sharing Tools
Social Plus Expands Your Reach With Shared Posts Across Platforms
Travel Planning Tools
Itinerary Planner Helps Create Personalized Trip Plans And Organize Travel
Travel Mapping Platforms
Travel Map Club Lets Users Track, Share, and Connect Over Trips
Location Bookmarking Tools
Locator Lets You Save And Map Favorite Places Effortlessly