Travel Weekly Group Ltd

📅 Sabre's 2025 travel trends reveal an increase in leisure trips with most planning at least two, a 6% rise from 2024. Nearly a quarter plan four or more trips, up from a fifth the previous year, with 12% preparing for five or more, a 2% increase. Only 3% are foregoing holidays, down from 9.4%. Air bookings are up 9% year-on-year. APAC leads with a 34% rise in bookings and fare reductions by 10% and 5% in Q1 and Q2 2025, respectively. Over 90% of travelers are maintaining or increasing their spend, with Baby Boomers most likely to spend more. Adventure and cultural activities are popular, 46% favor landmarks while close to 30% prioritize outdoor activities, especially 73% of Gen Z. Food experiences are central, bolstered by a projected culinary tourism market worth $4.2bn by 2033. Gen Z values airline quality, without significantly raising budgets. Ease of booking is crucial for Gen X and Y. Early bookings are up, with 52% purchasing tickets three to six months ahead, a 14% increase. Group bookings for seven people rose by 14%, and for eight or more by 23%. Sustainability is increasingly important, with 54% considering carbon emissions, and over 5% willing to pay more for eco-friendly flights.

💸 Global business travel spending to reach $1.63 trillion USD by 2025. Over half (53%) of companies report an increase in linked trips, while 27% see a decline in single-day trips. Cost control remains a strategic focus for 78% of travel buyers. Personalisation in travel is a top priority, with 70% of buyers emphasizing traveller satisfaction. Sustainability is crucial, with over one-third reporting an increase in rail and multimodal trips. 72% view traveller safety as a key concern for 2025. Regional difference: 61% of European respondents prioritize sustainability against 34% in North America. The shift towards smarter business travel entails leveraging data, enhancing sustainability, and improving traveller experiences.