Trending Travel Hotspots in 2024

Check out these predicted popular destinations for 2024 where we can take you with our discounted packages.

Bali, Indonesia

Bali is a major tourist destination attracting millions of visitors each year, so we’re not surprised that it’s trending for travel in 2024. The Indonesian island, located in Southeast Asia, is renowned for its traditional cultures, stunning landscapes, and fine arts, including dance, music, and visual arts, often intertwined with religious rituals. Bali offers plenty of awesome sights, travel adventures, and experiences, from iconic sea temples to traditional markets, art galleries, beaches, and flavoursome Balinese cuisine to sample, including bebek betutu – slow cooked duck, and lawar – a delicious mixture of chopped meat, vegetables, spices, and coconut.

Canary Islands, Spain

The Canary Islands are an archipelago located off the northwest coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean, comprising seven main islands: Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. The Canary Islands offer a mild, subtropical climate throughout the year, therefore are a prime choice for a holiday in any season. Tenerife, Lanzarote, and Gran Canaria are looking to be popular travel hotspots this year, where you can discover diverse landscapes like volcanic beaches, golden sand dunes, and national parks, many of which have been designated as UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. Brightsun offers cheap package holidays to the Canary Islands.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai is a vibrant, stylish city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), characterised by a desert climate with hot summers and mild winters. Iconic attractions to discover in Dubai include the Burj Khalifa - world's tallest building, Dubai Mall - one of the largest shopping malls globally, and the historic Dubai Creek. Dubai is synonymous with luxury, boasting upscale shopping districts, gourmet dining experiences, and high-end hotels, many of which we offer excellent deals on packages to – check them out here.

Florida, USA

Florida, aka the Sunshine State boasts an extensive coastline, numerous beaches, iconic theme parks, and the Florida Keys archipelago – the perfect hotspot for diving and snorkelling with colourful coral reefs and crystal-clear waters. Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Universal Studios in Orlando, and Miami's vibrant nightlife are among the state's top tourist draws. Florida also has numerous state parks, springs, and natural preserves, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and adventures. We recommend Florida for family fun getaways. Brightsun offers fantastic prices on Disney holidays to Orlando, Florida.

Thailand, Southeast Asia

Thailand is on the 2024 travel trends list, offering bustling cities, a rich cultural heritage influenced by Buddhism, and tropical landscapes of jungles, beaches, and mountains. Bangkok, the Thai capital, is a dynamic metropolis worth visiting, and other major cities include Chiang Mai in the north, Phuket in the south, and Pattaya on the Gulf of Thailand. Wherever you travel to in Thailand, you’ll be treated to unforgettable travel adventures, with glistening temples, tropical islands, bustling street markets, mouth-watering cuisine, and a vibrant nightlife, not to mention the warm hospitality of Thai locals.

The Caribbean

The Caribbean is a group of paradise-like islands and islets situated in the Caribbean Sea, each with its own unique culture, history, and landscapes. This gorgeous region of the world attracts visitors with its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, luxury all-inclusive hotels, and fun-filled water activities like snorkelling and diving, and it seems to be top on the list for travels this year, with lots of holiday makers already having booked their trips. Major islands include Cuba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and smaller ones like Barbados, Saint Lucia, and the Bahamas. Brightsun offers plenty of choices for Caribbean holidays.

Be on trend this year with a visit to one of these iconic travel hotspots. If you book a package to any of the above destinations for travel in 2024 with Brightsun, you can take advantage of fab discounts: £50 off packages priced at £500 or more (quote BRIGHTSUN50), and £100 off packages priced at £1000 or more (quote BRIGHTSUN100). Call 0208 819 0531 to redeem. Discounts valid until 29th February.