This is what new travel data uncovers about this summer's biggest trends
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Last updated: May 26, 2026
This summer is a prime vacation season, with emerging trends shaping how people travel. Domestic trips are particularly popular, alongside new ways of combining travel with other interests.
- Domestic Travel Surge: Global social conversations about domestic vacations have risen by 77% year-over-year. In the U.S., 63% of travelers are planning domestic trips, drawn to local beaches, mountain towns, and national parks.
- Hotel Hop Categories: Expedia identifies three main "hotel hop" categories: Event Hopping: Travelers are planning trips around concerts and sports games, often booking multiple hotel stays in a city to experience more.
- Road Tripping: Interest in iconic routes like Route 66 and the Pacific Coast Highway is increasing.
- Bleisure Hopping: This trend blends work and leisure, with travelers extending work trips for personal enjoyment. "Bleisure travel" has seen over 165,000 mentions online.
