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2017’s Newest Travel Trends Revealed
How exciting, a new year and 12 whole months of travel possibilities, I’m ready for the new travel trends. Where are we going to go and what the heck are we going to don once we get there? We can say goodbye to eco-tourism as…
How exciting, a new year and 12 whole months of travel possibilities, I’m ready for the new travel trends. Where are we going to go and what the heck are we going to don once we get there? We can say goodbye to eco-tourism as the hottest trend on the travel block, 2017 has some interesting stuff in store for us.
European Islands
It’s nice that the exotic, far-flung islands had their pinnacle in 2016, because those well-known hot spots are now over with. They aren’t over and done, they just aren’t the hottest spots anymore. If you want to go to Turks and Caicos, I won’t stop you, but you won’t be considered elite anymore. If you want that true baller experience in 2017, you will have to go to one of the small, unknown European islands, like Pantelleria or Naxos. Naxos is a Greek island, not Santorini or Mykonos, so its lesser known. Check it out if you are interested in divine local cuisine and a fresh take on island life.
Meanwhile, also in the Mediterranean Sea, Pantelleria is in Italy, between Sicily and Tunisia. Made famous by Giorgio Armani who has a home there, this unknown island is going to be real hot this year. These future hot spots are favorable because of their anonymity and prestige.
Food Resorts
The clear-cut winner for travel trends this year is Food Resorts focusing on farm-to-table and ocean-to-plate menus. These resorts are hiring the best chefs, sourcing from the most local and fresh producers and satiating all their guests’ wildest cuisine dreams. This trend is following food trends all over the globe, where diners want the freshest and healthiest foods prepared by world-class chefs.
Check out Kittitian Hills in St. Kitts, for some top notch locally sourced cuisine. They have their own organic gardens, livestock and even use goats to cut their grass, talk about grass roots.
Another real winner at food resorts is Bellevue Hotel in Croatia, where the entire flat roof has been turned into a usable garden.
I’m on a Boat
The comedy group Lonely Island said it best, “I’m on a boat, Bitch!” Everyone wants to go sailing or party on a yacht, but until now that kind of lifestyle has been unaffordable. Thanks to an adventure-travel company, Intrepid Travel, being on a boat is everyone’s business. They are offering affordable sailing adventures to amazing destinations for a fraction of the former price. Live like the one percent with their weeklong sailing tours, through remote destinations like the Zanzibar archipelago. Snorkel in exotic locals, sip champagne on yachts and ball out like Lebron James on your budget. These trends are getting exciting and making me want to travel now.
Resorts simplified
Resorts are stripping down to the bare essentials and focusing more on relaxation and pampering instead of opulence and luxury. Gone are the clunky cluttered hotel rooms and instead rooms are adorned with just a huge comfortable bed. Expect restaurants to simplify their menus and only offer eth freshest and most delectable items. These new luxury standards should catch on and help with the enormous waste that these resorts create.
Polar Excursions
People are tiring of the same old beach resort or mountain cabin; instead travelers in this New Year are opting for more extreme locals. Welcome the new polar adventures, where vacationers will face the harsher climates for a more rewarding excursion. Glaciers are a huge destination in 2017, as people realize that with global warming, many of these destinations won’t be around for long. Get those snow mobiles warmed up and make sure you have warm clothing, because 2017 just got interesting. Cruises are now setting course for the Arctic Circle, as adventurers want that polar ice cap experience. Polar travel will include penguins, polar bears and the exquisite Northern Lights.
2017 is starting off with a bang, so set your travel destinations and make travel happen.
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Destinations
Vacation Spots For Animal Lovers
Let’s stop going to zoos, they aren’t good for animals and are usually depressing places. Instead, go see the beautiful animals in their natural environments with one of these awesome vacations.
SRI LANKA
A vacation for true animal lovers who also want some beach time, then Sri Lanka is for you. Do you want to see elephants walking around as you cruise an island destination? Then Udawalawe National park in Sri Lanka is your destination of choice. This national park is teaming with big wildlife like leopards, buffalo, sloth bears and of course massive elephants. You can chill on the beach one moment and then take a guided tour and see as much wildlife as your heart desires.
ECUADOR
If you want true, unspoiled wilderness and the greatest collection of untouched wildlife, then you have to check out The Galapagos National Park in Ecuador. This is the place that Charles Darwin came up with his theory of Evolution because animals on these islands evolved differently than the same species in other places. This rough and rugged vacation isn’t for the faint of heart; you’ll be roughing it for sure. The wildlife is second to none here and if you are a true animal lover, you’ll appreciate it.
INDIA
The home to more Bengal tigers than anywhere in the world is Jim Corbett National Park in India. Located a few hours North of New Delhi, this national park is divided into six regions and only a small amount of tourists are allowed in each region daily. This is done to protect the animals and keep crowds down. Avoid the monsoon season as most of the park is closed and it rains way too much to enjoy your trip. You’ll see tigers, elephants, alligators, and more birds than you have ever seen.
CHANNEL ISLANDS, CALIFORNIA
If whale and dolphin watching is more your speed then you have to check out the Channel Islands off the coast of Santa Barbara, CA. This collection of five islands creates a funnel that all the marine life travels through in a spectacular showing. You’ll see all sorts of whales including Humpbacks, orcas, sperm, pilot, and blues. Great white sharks are also known to cruise the area as it’s on the way to their spawning grounds off the coast of Mexico. The area is also home to sea lions, seals, dolphins, and all other marine life. Marine animal lovers rejoice!
ALASKA
Alaska is the final frontier of untouched wilderness and Denali National Park is the epicenter for wildlife in the region. Just outside of Fairbanks, Alaska is Denali Park where you will find Grizzly Bears, moose, wolves, caribou, and lynxes just to name a few. This is the ultimate in rugged road trips, so pack warm and be ready for an adventure
TANZANIA
The greatest safari in the world is located in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, where you’ll see big cats, zebras, and gazelles. The Serengeti plains are known to host all sorts of large animals and you’ll see them all here. Don’t get too close to the hippos or rhinos they are very territorial. If a photo safari is what you seek, then search no further.
Destinations
Admiring California’s Super Bloom!
On average, California is gifted with a “Super Bloom” once every 10 years. Miraculously, this 2019 super bloom is the second within the last three years!
If you’re unaware, a super bloom is not some sort of apocalypse-type-flowering event. Rather, it’s the name of the phenomenon in which there is an outbreak of flowers that greatly exceeds the norm. The only chaos you’re bound to find during this naturally-occurring affair is the thousands of other locals, tourists, and travelers seeking out this nearly once-in-a-decade experience.
Colors Of The Rainbow
However, that nearly “once-in-a-decade” experience is changing. The last super bloom in Southern California took place in early 2017. Californians only had to wait a mere two years for the mesmerizing bloom to take place again. This year, an abundance of early spring rain and mountain snow have allowed these valleys to show their true colors. The cooler temperatures are also allowing the bloom to last longer than usual. Nonetheless, photographers and Instagrammers alike are capturing fields of desert dandelions, pink sand verbena, purple lupine, and vibrantly energetic poppies.
How Far Do I Have To Go?
Those located in California or travel near its borders don’t need to go far to enjoy the state-wide beauty. Traces and patches of the super bloom are visible from areas north of San Francisco all the way down to San Diego – over a 500-mile stretch. We recommend you do all your own research if you plan on making the trip of one the various parks and locations to enjoy the lovely flower but we wanted to include to give you a head start in research. If you’re near Southern California, we suggest you look into Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Desert Lily Sanctuary, Mojave Trails National Monument, & Diamond Valley Lake.
Tips To Make Every Trip Worthwhile
Additionally, we’re providing a few tips to make each planned adventure as organized and fulfilling as possible.
- Before you bother driving or hiking to these locations, consult with the Theodore Payne Wildflower Hotline. The bloom report is released every Friday.
- If possible, visit during midweek to avoid traffic congestion on weekends.
- As parking is not a given at any of these locations, be sure to pack the essentials: water, snacks, sunscreen, hats, and hiking boots.
- Cellphone coverage may be questionable. Always bring a physical map if you plan to separate yourself from your vehicle.
- Many state parks, dogs are simply not allowed on trails & in wildflower fields. You are welcome to walk them in campgrounds and on designated roads. Leashes are a must.
Destinations
Check Out The Next Generation Of Theme Parks
From Disney’s new Star Wars Land to Universal Studios Beijing, there is something for everyone in these fantasylands.
The world of theme parks is about to get really exciting in the next few years. A whole slew of awesome new parks are slated to open soon and each one has something exciting. From Disney’s new Star Wars Land to Universal Studios Beijing, there is something for everyone in these fantasylands. Let’s check out the newest crop of theme parks and see why you should be so excited.
Pandora – Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney is set to unveil their latest creation, Pandora; the World of Avatar is an expansion to their Animal Kingdom in Florida. This groundbreaking theme park puts visitors into the world of Avatar and sets them on the planet of Pandora. James Cameron, the director who brought us Avatar has been deeply involved in the planning and execution of the new park. Expect lush forests of bioluminescent creatures and out of this world technology.
Disney’s Star Wars Land
Disney is doing it again but this time in both Florida and California, wherein 2019 it will debut the Star Wars land. Disney purchased the Star Wars rights in 2009 for a record 4 billion dollars and has been steadily exploiting the franchise. From the concept drawings, you can tell it’s going to be massive in scale and should fully immerse fans in the Star Wars universe. I know people will start lining up for these parks early so be prepared to wait a little bit.
Paramount Park, London
The long-anticipated London theme park has gone through some setbacks but it seems on track for a 2022 opening. Expect rides from Paramount icons like Star Trek, Indiana Jones, and Iron Man. This 3 billion dollar theme park better live up its enormous hype or there will be some salty Brits.
Universal Studios Beijing
Disney recently opened up in Shanghai so of course, their bitter rival Universal Studios had to open a park in the region. So enter Universal Studios Beijing, the mega-park set to open in 2020. There are plenty of fun parks in China but none are expected to be as grand as Universal Studios Beijing. They are attempting to build a park with heart and soul, so expect something huge and grandiose.
Warner Bros. World, Abu Dhabi
Expected to rely heavily on the brands biggest stars, Looney Tunes, and DC Comics. The completely indoor theme park will open in 2018 and is expected to dominate the landscape of Abu Dhabi. The UAE (United Arab Emirates) is a little overloaded with theme parks as of recent but this one is expected to be massive.
Wanda Theme Parks
China’s richest man owns Wanda Theme Parks and his goal is to make his theme park company bigger than all others. There are ten mega-theme parks expected to open in the next 5 years in China and that sounds crazy. These theme parks will put all other Chinese parks to shame as they are investing in Hollywood franchises and other huge budget trademarks.
Expect huge things from these mega parks in the next few years as the technology and budgets just keep growing and getting bigger.
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