Ji Yuting and He Tao are travelling newlyweds that have embarked on the ultimate honeymoon. Both quit their jobs in order to embark on an epic year-long expedition. Having fallen in love in Tibet and becoming engaged in Chongqing, China, it's only natural this Chinese couple would take such an adventurous leap together.
What makes these travelling newlyweds even more special than the next -- because, let's face it, even if couples can't take a whole year off, they do often travel for honeymoons -- is the fact that they dress up in the traditional marriage garb of even locale they visit. So far, they’ve tried on over 20 different costumes from a range of different ethnic groups. That's impress -- especially when taking into account all they're learning.
Travelling Newlywed Photography
Ji Yuting and He Tao Wear Locale's Traditional Marriage Garb
Trend Themes
1. Traveling Newlywed Photography - Opportunity for travel and photography industries to market unique experiences to young couples who enjoy eclectic and authentic cultural experiences.
2. Traditional Marriage Garb Fashion - Opportunity for fashion and retail industries to collaborate with tourism industry and offer traditional garb pop-ups or boutiques for travelers seeking authentic cultural souvenirs.
3. Long-term Expedition Trend - Opportunity for hospitality and tourism industries to market to adventurous, long-term travelers looking to disconnect from work and experience different cultures.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - A trend in authentic cultural experiences on adventurous trips represents an innovative shift in the tourism industry.
2. Fashion - The trend of wearing traditional marriage garb from different cultures has created a market for fashion and retail companies to collaborate with tourism industry in offering tourists authentic cultural souvenirs.
3. Photography - The trend of capturing unique cultural experiences has opened the door for innovation in photography equipment, packages, and travel photography tour groups.