122.4 million travelers expected nationwide — a 2.2% increase from last year
Driving dominates: 109.5 million by car, boosted by low gas prices
Air travel: 8+ million flyers, with peak days Dec 19, 27, and Jan 4
Top destinations: Florida, Southern California, Hawaii, and cruises
Gas prices: National average around $2.79/gallon, lowest since 2020
✨ What’s Happening:
For years, solo travelers faced frustrating “single supplement” fees—extra charges for booking a room or cruise cabin alone. But now, the industry is shifting. Luxury tour companies, cruise lines, and safari lodges are waiving these fees, especially during low and mid seasons.
Couples benefit too: With more flexible pricing models, romantic getaways are easier to customize—whether one partner joins later or plans change mid-trip.
Groups win as well: Group bookings are seeing expanded options for mixed occupancy, making it easier to accommodate solo guests without penalty.
Solo travelers rejoice: Companies like Tauck and Eco Ventura are offering solo-friendly cabins and pricing parity with couples—no more paying double for traveling alone.
💬 Luxe Amour Take: This shift is more than financial—it’s emotional. It says: “You belong here,” whether you’re traveling solo, with your soulmate, or your soul squad. It’s a win for freedom, flexibility, and connection.
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122.4 million travelers expected nationwide — a 2.2% increase from last year
Driving dominates: 109.5 million by car, boosted by low gas prices
Air travel: 8+ million flyers, with peak days Dec 19, 27, and Jan 4
Top destinations: Florida, Southern California, Hawaii, and cruises
Gas prices: National average around $2.79/gallon, lowest since 2020
Couples are benefiting from a major industry shift: the end of the “solo surcharge.”
Many tour companies, cruise lines, and safari lodges are eliminating single‑supplement fees, which also helps couples who want flexible rooming options or staggered travel dates.
Key trends for couples:
More flexible pricing for mixed‑occupancy rooms (great for couples who join trips at different times).
Luxury brands like Tauck and EcoVentura now offer solo‑friendly cabins, which indirectly lowers costs for couples traveling with solo friends.
Romantic destinations (Japan, Italy, Caribbean) are seeing record bookings for 2025.
Cruises are adding more “romance‑focused” itineraries and private dining experiences.
Group travel is booming — especially women‑only and adventure‑focused groups.
What’s trending:
Women‑only group tours grew 37% globally for Intrepid Travel in 2024 and continue rising into 2025.
Group tours are becoming the preferred option for solo travelers who want safety + connection.
Companies like Insight Vacations and Intrepid are expanding women‑only, adventure, and cultural immersion group itineraries.
Group discounts are quietly being applied by airlines — booking 2+ seats can drop fares by up to 50–70% on some U.S. routes.
This is huge for friend groups, bachelorette trips, and multi‑couple getaways.
Solo travel continues to surge — especially among women — but airlines are quietly charging solo travelers more
What’s happening:
Major U.S. airlines (American, Delta, United) have been found charging up to 70% more for solo travelers on select routes compared to groups booking together.
Women make up 70% of all solo travelers, and demand is still rising.
Solo travelers are increasingly joining group excursions for safety and connection, even during independent trips.
Destinations like South Africa, Portugal, Morocco, and Thailand are trending for solo women due to strong tour infrastructure and safety support.
Additional solo travel insights:
Many travelers are mixing solo + group experiences (solo hotel stay + group excursions).
More cruise lines are adding solo cabins to avoid single supplements.