Trips to more far flung and less familiar destinations are being sought by consumers next year, according to Abta’s latest travel trends report.
The study shows that more than a third (34.2%) of people are planning to visit long-haul locations outside of Europe and North America, up from 28.2% last year.
Asia is the continent set to attract the biggest year-on-year rise in visitors, with one in 10 of people planning to travel there in the year ahead – up from 8.9% the year before.
Japan, Thailand, India and China are among the top locations that people plan to visit.
Africa and the Oceania region are also set for a significant rise in visitors, with the latter being driven largely by plans to travel to Australia.
The research also suggests that 22% of Gen Z travellers plan to spend more on their holidays next year so they can upgrade their accommodation, compared with 14% of Millennials, 11% of Baby Boomers and 8% of Gen X.
This follows on from an increase in Gen Zs taking five star trips this year.
Abta communications director Graeme Buck said: “More people are looking to travel abroad in 2025, and our report shows that many are looking for new experiences.”