Greece’s Quiet and Uncrowded Island That ‘Could Give Santorini a Run for Its Money’
Greece is one of Europe’s leading beach destinations and there’s nothing more dreamy than relaxing under the sun on an island. Unfortunately, some of the country’s most popular islands have become a little overcrowded in recent years with one tourist describing Santorini as a “fake Disneyland”. But there are several beautiful islands that are far less crowded in summer and although they might be a little harder to reach, it’s more than worth it for a little peace and quiet. Express.co.uk spoke to several travel experts to find out which Greek islands are the country’s best hidden gems. From a monk seal haven to a volcanic paradise with “secluded beaches”, Greece has plenty left to discover.
To read what Mercedes Zach, a travel expert at ASAPtickets, said, click here.
Trevolution Group Projects Spike in Demand for Trips to Nigeria
Trevolution Group, the global market leader operating ASAP Tickets, Skylux Travel, Dreamport, Ojoo and other travel brands, has announced commercial results for 2023 with record airfare sales. Its total gross bookings reached a new milestone of over 1,174 billion USD, exceeding 2022 volumes by 26%. In addition to launching in the UK and the Philippines, last year the Group introduced new initiatives, including SAF investments and NDC aggregated air travel services.
For two decades, Trevolution Group has developed extensive expertise in the Visiting Friends and Relatives (VFR) travel segment. The US, India, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Italy were the most frequently visited countries by the Group’s customers in 2023. Nigeria has seen significant growth in airfare sales, demonstrating the country’s rising importance as a travel destination. This surge aligns with Nigeria’s strategic focus on tourism development, exemplified by initiatives like the ‘Tour Nigeria’ campaign spearheaded by the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC); these efforts reflect Nigeria’s commitment to harnessing its tourism potential as a key driver of economic growth.
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11 Travel Hacks To Avoid in 2024
When it comes to traveling, frequent and casual travelers alike often look for ways to save money and time, or make the trip the best it can be. Common travel hacks include searching for flights in incognito tabs, traveling during the off-season, and using hotel booking sites to score the cheapest accommodations. While some of these travel hacks have served people well over the years, many of them either don’t work anymore or don’t work like they used to. Sometimes, these so-called travel hacks end up costing more money in the long run — or they detract from the entire experience.
Before you book your next trip, here are 11 travel hacks to avoid in 2024, according to experts.
For Mercedes Zach’s insights as a travel expert at ASAP Tickets, a part of the Trevolution Group, click here to read more
Uzbekistan Enters Top Markets for ‘Independent Travel Managers’
The Dreamport platform, created by Trevolution Group for booking tickets and tours, is designed to provide talented workers with the opportunity to operate as “Independent Travel Managers” by signing contracts and working as freelancers.
Trevolution Group, known as one of the leading companies in the global travel industry, managing major travel brands such as ASAP Tickets, Skylux Travel, Oojo, and others, has announced Uzbekistan as one of the rapidly growing regions for its new travel platform named Dreamport.
In a bid to support and empower “Independent Travel Managers” through innovative digital means, the initiative was launched in Uzbekistan in the spring of 2023. Within the first months after the launch of Dreamport, over 4500 freelancers from various regions of the country registered to use the platform as a source of daily income.
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Not Just Price: Passengers to Prioritize Comfort & Sustainability When Booking Travel This Year
The air travel landscape rapidly evolves, introducing new trends and innovations that reshape our travel experiences. Numerous reports indicate that passengers prioritize comfort and sustainability when booking travel in 2023 and continuing into 2024.
The latest study by ASAP Tickets, seen by the International Travel & Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ), revealed that passengers are willing to pay more for more comfortable flights. In a recent survey on consumer travel habits, 93% of air passengers expressed their willingness to pay for in-flight upgrades that enhance convenience and comfort despite the overall increasing cost of travel. The research was conducted by ASAP Tickets and Skylux travel agency services and involved over 1,000 adult respondents. The research revealed that the most sought-after extra among participants was checked-in luggage.
To read what Alex Weinstein, the founder of ASAP Tickets, says, click here
7 Frugal Travel Habits To Adopt So You Can Vacation More Often
Spring break is right around the corner, summer will be here before you know it and frequent travelers are already locking in their vacation itineraries. It’s no secret that traveling — especially traveling abroad — is no cheap feat.
If expensive travel is not in your budget, you are not alone. There is a multitude of ways to trim costs on getting to your destination without compromising on experience. “Compare prices with several different travel agencies, airlines and search engines to find the best deals that match your itinerary’s needs,” said Maya Kapoor-Miller, travel manager at Dreamport. “If a direct flight is too expensive, look into connecting flights. You may even combine multiple airlines or different modes of transportation. The more flexible you are, the better deals you can score. Monitor your route and set up alerts to see when prices drop.”
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Five Emerging Trends 2024 Has in Store for the Global Travel Industry
Customer engagement will thus be mainly driven by personalization, and travel companies will need to adapt to this demand quicker than ever. With a busy and rather hectic year behind us, 2024 is set to be a pivotal one for the travel industry, as it enters a new post-pandemic phase. The revenge travel rush is now over, and along with that, new trends and technologies have emerged globally that have interesting implications for consumers, businesses, and the whole industry, directly shifting people’s mindset, behavior, and approach to the travel landscape today.
Personalized Solutions and AI-Powered Innovations – one of the main travel trends stealing the spotlight in 2024 is personalization, with more people requesting tailor-made and authentic travel solutions. Today’s holidaymakers want the chance to create interest-specific, individually tailored trips that allow them to fully immerse in the destination’s culture, people, and traditions instead of the regular holiday packages available. Now it’s more about hidden-gem spots and custom-themed activities such as wellness retreats, culinary, art, history or hiking tours, authentic local experiences, cultural trips and long-haul adventures or specific destinations (often inspired by social media and streaming services) that take the vacation to the next level. Customer engagement will thus be mainly driven by personalization, and travel companies will need to adapt to this demand quicker than ever.
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Travel Dupes & Affordable Luxury: How It Actually Works and What Spots to Look For
When it comes to planning a holiday, many travellers prefer going to some of the most popular tourist destinations around the world to see the pyramids, explore the jungle, surf the ocean, or climb the highest mountains. However, for other holidaymakers, it has become the new trend to find lesser-known spots that are more affordable and not as overcrowded. Despite the rising costs, people are still prioritising travel over other expenses and will therefore look for more ways to save on travel while still getting the same or even better experience out of their trips. Here are my travel expert insights on great hidden-gem destinations that offer an authentic and exclusive vacation experience and can be considered great dupes for some of the most popular tourist places.
First of all, the key to having a premium travel experience for less is choosing the right time and spot for your holiday. Therefore, I suggest exploring off-the-radar places where you can splurge instead of saving. Another piece of advice for those looking to cut their holiday expenses without sacrificing style and comfort is to travel during the off-season. Airfares for flight routes during the holiday months can be up to 50% more expensive than flights booked roughly six months out during off-peak times.
To read what Alonso Marly, a travel expert at Skylux Travel (part of Trevolution Group), says, click here
What 2024 Looks Like for the Global Travel Industry
Peter Vazan, EVP of industry relations of Trevolution Group shares the trends for this year from personalised travel solutions to AI-powered innovations
With a busy and rather hectic year behind us, 2024 is set to be a pivotal one for the travel industry, as it now enters a new post-pandemic phase. As the revenge travel rush is now over, travellers can anticipate more competitive pricing and increased options. Along with that, new trends and technologies have emerged globally that have interesting implications for consumers, businesses, and the whole industry, directly shifting people’s decisions, behaviour and approach to travel in general. This shift in mindset is thus driving some exciting patterns that are directly reshaping the travel landscape today.
One of the main travel trends that is expected to steal the spotlight in 2024 is personalisation, with more vacationers requesting tailor-made and authentic travel solutions. Today’s holidaymakers want the chance to create interest-specific, individually tailored trips that allow one to fully immerse in the destination’s culture, people, and traditions instead of the regular holiday packages so readily available.
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Expert Predictions For Sustainability In 2024
2024 marks a turning point in the global quest for sustainability, as environmental challenges become increasingly intertwined with economic and social factors.
This piece delves into a series of expert predictions, highlighting what the future of sustainability could look like, and how we are set to redefine our approach to preserving the planet for future generations.
Alonso Marly of Skylux Travel states: “Sustainable travel has been one of the hottest topics in recent years as travelers seek ways to explore the world more responsibly. This shift in mindset is driving new trends and reshaping the travel landscape.”
“For years, aviation has received a lot of blame for its impact on the environment; however, the industry has also made tremendous progress – over the last decade alone, aircraft fuel efficiency has improved by 2% each year, according to ATAG. Increased sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is the key to introducing positive changes in the future, as it has the potential to reduce emissions by up to 80%.
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