Top Travel Trends 2019 – The Ultimate Travel Bucket List (PART 1)

We’re just about halfway through 2019 – most of us would have made plans to traverse God’s green Earth, in the hunt for unforgettable moments and lifelong stories, but how’s your progress been though? There will be some of us who’re straddling behind due to (well) life’s daily grind.

Nevertheless, it’s not too late to hit the drawing board this late in the year and whip up a list – if you must – the proverbial bucket list that continuously adds to itself once a new fad hits the charts on Instagram’s hallowed ‘Explore’ feed.

Need some help (or inspiration) curating a spanking travel line-up for the remaining 7 months of the year? Look no further than here, cos’ we’ve got an extensive list of undying trends, along with some contemporary ones that’ll chuck the #FOMO hashtag out of your vocabulary for good!

While most people travel for the sole purpose of having a good time, others are more methodical; we get that. And with that in mind, here are some things to add onto your indiscriminate travel catalogue of things to do… now:

1. Destination Weddings

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For most Singaporean families, weddings are a big deal – and rightfully so – because tying the knot marks the beginning of life’s many phases. Gone are the days when a simple family huddle would suffice for the purpose of holy matrimony.

Forget five-star hotel banquets – nowadays couples are dreaming of getting married on a picturesque Bali beach, or on a boat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The more otherworldly the idea is, the better, and couples are pulling out all the stops to outperform their peers on the nuptial stage.

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Some of the familiar wedding destinations include Greece, Indonesia, Thailand, Hawaii and unbeknownst to many of us, Malaysia too. While such weddings cost a bomb in a hurry, a big tip would be to select a venue that is obscure, or in other words, less popular. You’ll be in for a big surprise when you have more cash available for a honeymoon!

2. The Babymoon

Honeymoons have since become passé as most couples skip it entirely after spending a hefty amount on their weddings – we can blame Crazy Rich Asians for this! But give us a reason to travel overseas and we’ll seize the opportunity.

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Here’s where the pre-parenthood anxiety sets in, and travelling instincts take over, rallying you and your partner to take one last holiday as a family of two before the baby pops. So babymoons will be your last gasp at ‘couplehood,’ a small romantic interlude, typically taken in the second trimester and before it becomes inadvisable to fly.

Now that we’ve got the technicalities out the window, here’s how you make it a worthwhile babymoon: spend time with your other half the same way you did when you first met. This means sitting at a minimalist café with a decaf beverage, or catching a romantic movie in a near-empty cinema hall. Just make sure wherever you are in the world you do this, grab that baby-bump wefie – if not the babymoon doesn’t count!

3. For the (Insta) Gram

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From a simple photo-sharing platform, Instagram has evolved into an app for showcasing one’s photography skills. While the chase for ‘likes’ – or hearts which the social software is known for – is alarmingly real, the ramifications of Instagram’s hypnotising allure has rewarded us with beautiful pictures.

Micro, macro, A-lister or NOTA (none of the above) – the constant quest for a unique image is endless, regardless of your social status on the app. From the Aurora Australis, which can be seen in Australia, Chile, Argentina, New Zealand and Antarctica, to the front of the Eiffel Tower or the top of Mount Everest – no one can rightfully say they’ve been there unless there’s a picture to prove it.

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That’s probably how the term “No picture, no believe” was coined – forever keeping us on our toes for that once-in-a-lifetime shot whenever we’re in new territories.

4. Musical Wanderlust

One of the extraordinary things in this world is music, and it’s not just because of how it effects our daily lives, but mainly because it connects people regardless of nationality and language. Live Aid 1985 in London and Philadelphia could have been the turning point of music’s euphoric influence, and since then, concerts of multiple genres have inspired travel to several parts of the world.

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Ultra, Tomorrowland, Wonderfruit – just to name a few – have had irresistible line ups of artistes spinning and performing on stages in Thailand, Belgium, Singapore and what-have-you. And while these type of travellers are drawn by the music, the experience of listening to your favourite beats thumping from mammoth speakers can be exhilarating.

5. Health-conscious Havens

The fitness fad is in and it looks like it’s here to stay for the next century. Health advocates have taken over the realms of social media and perpetuated images of their perfect physiques along with gastronomical advice to ensure that our insides (and everything else) run smoothly.

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Mother nature has monumental challenges for the #FitFam to overcome, and these can be in the form of sanctimonious trails at North Africa’s highest peak in Mount Toubkal, Morocco, or the luscious gorges of the Indus Valley in India.

For those looking for something more arduous, annual races like the Boston Marathon, or commercial events like the Spartan Race could tickle your muscle fibres and take the #Fitspo hashtag game to a whole new level. Instead of collecting stamps, some prefer medals and of course, bragging rights!

6. Luxury Travel

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Time away from work is rare for some folks and this has seen a rise in some expensive self-gratification. To make sure that they get the most of their holidays, workhorse travellers pull out all the stops when planning their getaways – these include first (or business) class flights, five-star hotels and restaurants of a similar high standard.

Dubai, Las Vegas and the Bahamas are sure-fire picks for a lavish trip, but the spending doesn’t (and shouldn’t) stop there for the luxe fan. A shopping itinerary is a must, and it will encompass laps in and around the boutique stores of fashion icons like Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton and the like – the more exclusive the item, the better. Ask a Hypebeast for the inside scoop and they’ll tell you if your next destination has cop-worthy drop.

7. Zen-cation

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The demands of today’s society are through the roof and as an expected consequence, a lot of us are pretty much stressed – due to work or life’s responsibilities. While there may be prescribed medication to help curtail the heebie-jeebies, travelling can help remedy several kinds of anxieties.

Tranquillity is emerging as one of the key reasons for wanderlust and a commonplace for peace-seekers is a quiet hut adjacent to a pristine lake. The Cavern Drakensberg in South Africa is one such haven, along with Japanese hot springs (onsen spas), or a calm sandy beach in the Balearic Islands. The key to this is to find a place away from noisy cities and people, and be one with your inner being.

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