Bangkok is magnet for the young
SYDNEY – Contiki Holidays has released its annual Travel Trends Research Report, offering a snapshot into the latest travel trends for young Australians heading overseas.
According to the findings of this year’s report, The Skilled Set, carried out by Galaxy Research, the top three hotspots for 18-35s planning a trip to Asia in the next couple of years are Bangkok (45 per cent), Ho Chi Minh City (32 per cent) and Hanoi (23 per cent).
Those visiting Vietnam were more likely to be the older age range.
Thirty-nine percent of 30- to 34-year-olds want to visit Ho Chi Minh City in the next three to four years, as opposed to 29 percent of 18- to 24-year-olds.
Thailand is more popular with the younger crowd, with the majority of respondents for Bangkok (49 per cent) falling into the 18 to 24 age range, as opposed to the 30 to 34 age range (41 per cent).
Tammy Marshall, managing director, Contiki Holidays, said “Asia appeals to the 18-35 market for a number of reasons.
“It has a high level of accessibility due to budget airlines and new routes regularly popping up and offers amazingly unique sights and cultural experiences unlike anywhere else in the world.
“Plus, the short haul flights make it easy for travellers with limited annual leave, which according to our research, is the most popular time for 18-35s to travel.”
Providing the latest trends and insights in youth travel, Contiki’s The Skilled Set offers a comprehensive overview of the Australian youth tourism market.
The full report is available for download at www.contiki.com/theskilledset
Ian Jarrett
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