In addition to “Throat Travel” and “Soft Travel”, “nostalgia” has begun to sneak into travel plan. Global Travel Technology AMADEUS lists the new HeyDays as one of the five largest trends in 2025.
According to Amadeus, 2025 travelers have returned to their destinations from young people, driven their mile stones experience like honeymoon and gap years, and are immersed in the charm of decades in the past few decades. Will be seen.
Experts believe that they have come to want to regain the experience of young people, from camp vacation to the day of the theme park or carefree beach, rather than exploring unfamiliar “fatigue of change”. I am.
Antoinette Turner, a General Manager in South Africa, the Flight Center Travel Group, says that South Africa has no immunity in the nostalgia of Nostalgia and wants to remind him of past holidays and destinations.
“It's not an amazing trend,” says Turner. “Because there are so many things in the world,” Nostalgia Travel “indicates the desire to slow down, disconnect, and experience our young people. In the case of Gen X, which means visiting the Central Parka cafe in New York, the millennial generation may want Harry Potter Tour in the UK. And everyone wants a traditional Beach holiday in South Africa! “
Feeling nostalgic? Try one of these holidays for size:
1. Comprehensive beach resort
Turner says that South Africans often return the Indian Ocean islands, especially Mauritius and Zanjibar, are often returned every year.
“It's a reliable experience,” says Turner. “BeachComber and Radisson, and other partners provide some safe and family stays in Mauritius, the best beaches. Family holidays meaning beach, pool, pancakes, ice cream, and a lot of fresh fun. If you do, you will not make a mistake in Mauritius, Zanjibar, and Thai.
Even better, it is all comprehensive base.
“I have something without stress and I relax for comprehensive resorts,” says Turner. “Especially if you are traveling in South Africa Land. You know exactly what you are doing, and you can relax and enjoy the holiday type of the Beach that the South African generation is enjoying. Masu.”
2. Family -friendly Burg Resort
Dorakensberg, close to his home, offers some of the most loved family resorts in South Africa. In winter or summer, you can enjoy serious bonds and outdoor actions to make your children busy. Check out the summit of Alpine Heath, Cave, Little Switzerland, and Cathedral. “Our blog is a top resort for children in South Africa for families, and is consistently ranked as one of the top -leaded blogs,” says Turner. “Evidence that South Africans are looking for a magical family holiday.”
3. Dubai's theme park
Dubai, known for shopping and impressive Skyline, has the most extraordinary theme park collection in the world. If you are a child of a wild sea or a gold leaf city, Dubai will supply nostalgia!
The city's theme parks include Aqua Venture Water Park, MotionGate, IMG Worlds of Adventure, Legoland, and even a skiing by.
“The United Arab Emirates has ranked third in the Flight Center in the top five destinations in South Africa in 2024,” said Turner. “And it's not surprising. It's a great family destination and many old school pleasures.”
If you are considering traveling to Dubai this year, the Turner recommends staying at the iconic Jumeira Beach Hotel. “Honestly, Jumeira Beach Hotel is one of the most loved family hotels in Dubai, with unlimited access to private beaches, five pools, and Wildwaddwater Park. Everything is needed for wonderful holidays. is.”
Another hint from the Turner? Ferrar reworld F1 simulator, cart Experience, Formula Lossa Jet Coaster (the fastest in the world), take a day trip to Abu Dhabi, which is satisfactory even the most serious of the adrenaline junkie!
4. Sun City
As you approach your home, Sun City remains nostalgic. We are happy every year for Southern African families of all ages. Both the Gary Player Country Club and the Lost City Golf Course keep the enthusiastic golfer happily (and it's still a bucket list for golfers around the world). On the other hand, northwest!
5. Rail adventure
You are more nostalgic than a train trip. Global tour operators Contiki is called train trip or “rail naissance” as a top trend in 2025. Let's think about Venice's Shinpron Orient Express, Rocky Mountainia, or Robos Rail near the home (you can take it from Cape Town to Dar Esalam).
However, if you are not sufficiently washed away, there is a steam locomotive adventure around South Africa. Ride on a steam locomotive to Elgin, Tshwane Express, Magaliesburg Express, or Umgeni Steam Railway. The only expectation? Sit and relax and see the world passing. Alternatively, break the card and enjoy the retro fun with your family.
6. Family cruise
Finally, how about the cruise? According to the Turner, River Cruise is becoming more popular (again, but we use a slow travel trend), and there are cruises and digital detox schools.
“Wi-Fi's onboard has been improved for many years,” says Turner. “Nevertheless, the digital detox school is one of the new trends of the 2025 cruising. Travelers really want to relax and relax, and all of them, such as throwing water slides, carts and milk skakes. There is a good combination for family vacation. “
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