Call it the White Lotus effect. Travelers are booking trips inspired by their favorite shows and movies — from Outlander’s castles in Scotland to Thailand’s island resorts. The screen-to-suitcase trend shows no signs of slowing, as travelers chase the real-life scenery that steals every scene.  

 

I have to admit that White Lotus Thailand did not do Thai tourism any favors in my opinion.  Did anyone else find it totally creepy?    

 

Family travel is officially back on the rise! These trips are less about logistics and more about legacy: parents, kids, and grandparents reconnecting. Think villa rentals, yachts, cruises, dude ranches, and multi-room resorts that make togetherness easy but not overwhelming.  

 

It can be tough to convince the teens and 20 something's to hang out with the old folks sometimes, but a great vacation on YOUR credit card is excellent “bait” . 

 

Quiet, nature-based trips (fishing, hiking, foraging, bird-watching) are gaining traction, along with the rise of “farm charm”: unplugged stays that bring people closer to the land. Destinations like the Greenland, Bhutan, or even rural U.S. retreats are perfect for those ready to slow down, breathe, and truly rest.

 

I put safaris in this group too.