The top 10 travel trends of 2019 have been revealed
It may only just be 2019, but our minds are firmly focused on our next travel adventure.
Thankfully, Pinterest has tracked down this year's biggest trends to help you know exactly what to pack and where to book a gram-worthy Airbnb.
In 2018, millennials flocked to the greek island of Mykonos courtesy of it's A-list approval after the likes of Gigi Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski documented their travels on social media.
Meanwhile, solo female travel soared in popularity with top destination spots including Cuba, Sri Lanka and Portugal.
So where will our passport take us now it's 2019?
From an element of surprise to zero waste travel, these are the top travel trends of 2019 according to Pinterest.
A desire to visit far-flung destinations
While millennials flocked to Mykonos last summer to see what all the fuss is about, 2019 is set to see us visit more far-flung destinations.
No longer are we looking for Instagram approval, as Pinterest reports that search for 'less travelled islands' is up by 179% .
Vrångö is a lesser known travel destination while Gugh in Cornwall is a treat for those wishing for a getaway closer to home.
An element of surprise
Is there a milestone birthday etched into your 2019 calendar?
The perfect gift could be calling around your closest pals and planning a surprise getaway, as search for the best hush-hush holiday destinations is up by 192% according to the global image saving platform.
Stay home next summer
Although the large majority of us flock to the airport during the summer months in search of balmy climates, autumn getaways are growing in popularity.
Whether it's a chic city break in Copenhagen or a week spent exploring the rolling Icelandic landscape, search for autumn holidays has increased by 94%.
Track down the world's most relaxing hot springs
Whether you're after a hot soak in Iceland's famous Blue Lagoon or fancy a dip in the Széchenyi thermal baths of Budapest, search for the world's most luxurious hot springs has risen by 32%.
Channel your inner gap year student
This year, bus travel will no longer be reserved for gap year students as search for the thrifty mode of transport has increased by 32%.
Good news for those who have made saving money one of their New Year's resolutions...
Travel back in time
In 2019, we'll be turning our backs on the beach and donning our finest tourist gear (with a camera in tow) on the lookout for castles steeped in history.
Bled Castle in Slovenia has long been at the top of our wanderlust list so it's hardly surprising to see search for castles up by 142%.
Visit next year's most searched-for holiday destination
The destination at the top of everyone's list this year?
Search for Rio de Janeiro has increased by 142% with holidaymakers saving images of the famous Copacabana Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain to their Pinterest boards.
Pack your trainers
No longer are we satisfied with lounging around on the beach all day with a book to hand, as jet-setters will be feeling more adventurous than ever before in 2019.
According to Pinterest, search for bike tours has increased by 64% so make sure to pack your go-to trainers.
Head to the countryside
If the very thought of squeezing New York's world-famous sights into a five-day trip already makes you feel tired then why not seek out a more quiet spot?
Pinterest users have been saving images of small towns boasting traditional B&Bs and quaint cobbled streets with search up by 276%.
Try out zero waste travel
With a heavy focus on sustainability next year, travellers are now plotting more eco-friendly getaways with a 74% rise in search.
This means teaming a zero waste packing method with thoughtfully considered dining and a well-researched hotel choice.
Is it too early to start packing our suitcase?
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