The winter and holiday season is a common time for people to take off, mainly in an attempt to avoid the cold weather, and the December 2014 travel trends are in line with the sentiment. Yet there is also another offshoot of the holiday season seeping into this industry and that has to do with gifts. Travel gifts are a great option for friends, families and colleagues. From kits to luggage and more, there are ways to be creative, thoughtful and memorable.
The collection of December 2014 travel trends also touches on the idea of efficient travel. Many designers, airlines and more are turning to technology to improve people's experience with their company and services overall.
Top 50 Travel Trends in December

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InFlight Cocktail Kits
The Carry On Cocktail Kit Livens Up the Drink Choices When In the Air

48
Mesmerising Desert Tents
Léa Donnan's Afghan Tents Brighten Up the Desert

47
Mile High Accommodations
The KLM Airplane Airbnb Brings In-Flight Entertainment to the Next Level
46
Modern Adventurer Motorhomes
The Winnebago Travato is Made for Outdoor Explorers Not Retirees
45
Futuristic Island Yachts
Project Utopia Could be Mistaken for a Landed Alien Spaceship
44
Urbanized Outdoor Bags
Madden Equipment Creates Sleek Backpacks and Daytrippers for City Dwellers
43
Uncomfortably Adventurous Photography
Cory Richards Focuses on Life's Struggles in His Work
42
Contemporary Norwegian Passports
Norway Introduces a Gorgeous Redesign of Their Travel Documents
41
Shirt-Pressing Cafes
This Unique Cafe in Japan Has Maids That Will Iron Your Garments
40
Ethereal Icelandic Photos
Chris Burkard's Photos of Iceland Are Stunning
39
Snowy Mountain Photography
Into the Wild by Rositsa Ergina Captures an Alaskan National Park
38
Train Costume Contests
This Adult Halloween Costume Contest in Japan Took Place on a Train
37
Enchanting Literary Hotels
The Wonderland House Brings a Classic Tale to Life
36
Two-Way Photography Series
These Fun Travel Photos Capture a Guy and a Girl's Views Through a Lens
35
Sky High Sport Excursions
Heli-Skiing in Alaska is a Dare-Devil's Adventure
34
Luggage-Leaving Hospitality Schemes
This Hotel Luggage Storage Service Increases Customer Loyalty
33
Sportfishing-Specializing Accomodations
This Alaska Lodge is on the Banks of the Kenai River
32
Cave-Exploring Cable Cars
The World's Largest Cave Will Be Explorable By Cable Car
31
Haunted Train Stunts
Virgin Trains Hires a Paranormal Consultant Ahead of Halloween
30
Photography-Based Tourism Apps
The Social Network Turns Your Travel Pics Into a Trip-Planning Tool
29
Renaissance Tea Houses
The Baoputang Teahouse Focuses on the Tradition Surrounding the Ritual
28
Experiential Messaging Apps
Meetey Helps You Share Experiences with Others Nearby
27
Working Sabbatical Services
The Jobbatical Platform Lists Short-Term Career Break Opportunities
26
Digital Silence Campaigns
'Minute of Silence' Challenges Phone Users to Pay Their Respects
25
Fragrant Travel Globes
Heathrow Airport Sends You on a Trip of Smells Around the World
24
Local Architecture Apps
This Portland Design App from R/GA Highlights Gems in the Community
23
Printable Vacation Wear
Janne Kyttanen Creates a 3D-Printed Wardrobe Using Modern Technology
22
Virtual Cloudgazing Contests
Delta Wants You to Stare at the Clouds Online to Win a Trip Ticket
21
Road Trip Music Kits
This Music Packaging for Spotify Blends Web with Road Trips
20
Seasonal Travel Apps
In Beta, This App Offers Travel Recommendations Based on the Time of Year
19
Food-Focused Terminal Redesigns
The United Airlines Terminal at Newark Airport is Getting a Reboot
18
Efficient Packing Tips
This Infographic Offers Tricks to Pack Efficiently When Travelling
17
Social Flight Apps
The Quicklet Air Travel App Now Lets You Facebook Creep Fellow Passengers
16
Insightful Travel Magazines
Airbnb's 'Pineapple' Aims to Inspire New and Seasoned Adventurers
15
Recreational Start-Up
Trend Hunter's Misel Saban Counts Down Her Top Picks for New Travel Startups
14
Tailored Travel Guides
DELI Uses a Travel Quiz to Make Suggestions for Entertainment & Activities
13
Holiday Selfie Suggestions
This Infographic Offers Tips on Taking Smartphone Self-Portraits
12
Airport Transit Payment Apps
Torontonians Will Be Able to Pay for the Union Pearson Express By App
11
Travel SIM Card Stickers
KnowRoaming's Travel Sim Card Add-Ons Clamp Down on High Roaming Costs
10
Storytelling Insurance Ads
K&H's Ad Tells a Tale of Getting Hurt While Skiing with Just Photos
9
Flight Simulation Billboards
This Travel Billboard from KLM Turns the Public into Pilots
8
Social Travel Directories
Facebook's Places Directory Helps You Explore the Best of What's Nearby
7
Elfin Shipping Services
Virgin Trains Promotes Its Bag Magic Service with a Jolly Cast of Elves
6
Travel Tip Calculators
'Tip This Much' Details How Much to Tip Around the World
5
Historic Simulation Apps
Union Station's Living History App Lets You Experience Parts of the Past
4
Contemporary Latin Boutique Hotels
The Casco Viejo Hotel Boasts Patterned Tiles and Airy Spaces
3
Heartwarming Headrest Messages
KLM's Cover Greetings Surprises Passengers with Personalized Notes
2
Alaskan Wildlife Expeditions
This National Geographic Expedition Explores the Arctic State
1
Scenic Route Map Apps
Yahoo Labs Creates a Digital Map that Encourages People to Smell the Roses
Related Ideas
Personality-Forward Luggage Brands
Airs Luggage is the Perfect Travel Companion for Expression
Travel-Inspired Skincare Pop-Ups
Drunk Elephant Launched a ‘See Yourself in a New Flight’ Pop-Up
Seasonal Holiday Coffee Menus
Starbucks Debuts its 'A Merry Holiday Menu' Featuring Festive Blends
Lunar New Year Luggage
The TUMI Lunar New Year Collection Marks the Year of the Snake
Bold Holiday Watch Collections
The Swatch 2024 Holiday Collection Highlights Festive Looks
Cold Brew Holiday Capsules
The STōK Peppermint Mocha Holiday Sweater Swimwear Collection is Bold
Personalized Coffee Recaps
The 2024 Starbucks Blend Highlights Canadian Coffee Habits
Festive Cocktail Bar Pop-Ups
Blitzen's Bar Puts a Seasonal Spin on Classic Cocktails & Mocktails
High Fashion Holiday Campaigns
The Jacquemus Holiday 2024 Campaign is Titled Winter Retreat
Santa-Themed Chocolate Products
The Reese’s DJ Santa Products Come in Several Varieties
Nostalgia-Inspired Holiday Beverages
Starbucks Canada Launches the 'Oat Nog Latte'
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Fashion Brand Christmas Ads
Chanel's 'Winter Tale' is a Magical Holiday Ad from the Luxury Icon
Airline-Approved Holiday Campaigns
WestJet's Parents' Wishlist Brings Holiday Dreams to Life
Glittering Holiday Drinkware Lines
Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo Has a World of Ice Collection
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Insightful AI Travel Planners
Tripadvisor's 'Trips' Platform Unveiled Themed Itineraries
In-App Travel Offerings
Expedia Group Utilizes AI to Curate Summaries and Trip Details
Colorful Retro Luxury Suitcases
RIMOWA Presents the Bold Tonal Holiday Hand-Cary Cases
Branded In-Flight Coffee Partnerships
Costa Coffee Partnered with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays
Travel-Friendly Loungewear Collections
Frankies Bikinis Unveils Its New Travel Diaries Collection
Festive QSR Drinkware
Starbucks Canada Unveiled its 2024 Holiday Drinkware and Beverage Offer
Exclusive Travel Promotions
Expedia Group is Offering Black Friday and Travel Tuesday Deals
Luxurious Eco-Conscious Amenities
Aeroflot is Launching Eco-Friendly Amenity Kits for Passengers
AI-Powered Travel Planning
Travel AI - Trip Creator Crafts Personalized Itineraries Effortlessly
Holiday Apparel Lookbooks
Stüssy's Holiday 24' Lookbook Features Layering Essentials
Expansive Seasonal Pet Products
The Petco Merry Makings Holiday Collection is Packed with Options
Festively Decorated Hotel Suites
The New York Marriott Marquis is Decked Out for the Holidays
Globalized Spooky Destinations
Intrepid Travel Presents a Curated Selection of Spooky Adventures
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Luxury Retailer Christmas Installations
Gucci Snow Globe Brings Holiday Magic to Miami
Premium Amenity Kit Collections
ELIE SAAB x Saudia Airlines Redefine In-Flight Luxury
Rebranded Tourism Solution Platforms
Clicktripz Rebrands itself to 'Tiki' with AI Ambassadors
Elevated Airline Seating Updates
The 2025 Delta Cabin Interiors Offer Upgrades for All Classes
Festive Hotel Experiences
W Toronto's Festive Events Offer Elegance and Indulgence
Festive Candy Gifting Ranges
Mars 2024 Holiday Gift Guide Includes a Variety of Tasty Treats
Luxurious Holiday Gift Collections
The McQueen Holiday 2024 Gift Selection is Luxe and Diverse
Seasonal Personal Care Products
The Native Holiday Collection Has New and Returning Favorites
Paris-Themed Solo Travel Guides
GetYourGuide Debuts a Campaign for Curated Parisian Experiences
Personality-Matched Luggage Collections
Airs Debuts Personality Quiz-Based Travel Gear for 2025
Traveling Fashion Showcases
The Guess Bus in Sydney is an Example of Experimental Marketing
Unknown Destination Travel Packages
EF Go Ahead Tours Features Mystery Tours for 2025
Sleep-Focused Travel Campaigns
KAYAK Launches its 'In Search of Sleep' Campaign
Coffee Chain-Themed Gifts
Tim Hortons Introduces its Expansive Holiday Collection
Rugged Modern Holiday Accessories
Diesel Presents Accessories for the Holiday Winter 2024 Season
Generative AI Travel Tools
Expedia Group Introduced Travel Tools and APIs for North America
Cookie-Enhanced Airline Menus
The Cookie Department Partners with United Airlines
Holiday-Ready Footwear Collections
Dr. Martens’ Holiday Collection is Timeless and Striking
Luxury Travel-Ready Summer Programming
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Debuts New Offerings
Iconic Vacation Itineraries
Intrepid Travel Launches Epic Vacays Inspired by Blockbuster Films
Mid-20th-Century Holiday Campaigns
Saks Fifth Avenue Unveiled its 'Gifts of Delight' Campaign
Major International Airport Pop-Ups
The Macallan Launched Immersive Pop-Ups at Airport Hubs
Festive Instant Cocktail Mixes
Craftmix's Holiday Variety Pack Activates with Alcohol, Water & Ice
Wintry QSR Capsules
Arby’s 2024 Holiday Merch Collection Includes Knit Pieces
Cinematic Travel Campaigns
Marriott Bonvoy Debuts the 'You are the Greatest Souvenir' Campaign
Decadent Holiday Menus
Paris Baguette’s Holiday Menu Delivers a Thoughtfully Curated Selection
Holiday Countdown QSR Deals
These Wendy’s Holiday BOGO Deals are In-App Exclusives
International Experiential Tours
The EF Ultimate Break Tours Target Gen Z and Millennials
Winter Getaway Candles
The Royal Pine Deluxe Candle by Vacation Reminds of an 80s Ski Chalet
Child-Forward Travel Planning Kits
Trip Jones Offers Kid-Friendly Travel Planning
Immersive Women-Targeted Travel Tours
EF Go Ahead Tours Launched Women Only Solo Tours
Affordable Holiday Gift Sets
Saltyface Aims to Capture the Attention of Beauty Enthusiasts
Traveler-Focused Nutrition Features
Flykitt Expands Its Health-Focused Travel Technology Suite
Dazzling Holiday Drinkware Collections
Starbucks Japan Has a New Bright Holiday Drinkware Lineup
Tradition-Inspired Holiday Cafe Drinks
The Human Bean Festive Drink Menu Features Five Beverages
Sleekly Modern Travel Collections
Sézane's New Correspondance Travel Collection is Chic
Winter-Inspired Cleaning Supplies
Grove Co. Has Introduced a Winter Limited Edition Collection
Holiday-Ready Heated Apparel Collections
Venustas' 2024 Christmas Offerings are Functional
Festive Hotel Pop-Ups
IHG Hotels & Resorts Presents Chalet Programming and Holiday Activations
Adventure-Enthused Travel Promotions
Intrepid Launches its 2025 'Big Sale' for Global Exploration
Gen Z-Focused Bag Charms
Travel Blue Launches the Memory Collection to Appeal to Gen Z Shoppers
Wintry Automobile Campaigns
Lexus Debuts its Annual 'December to Remember' Campaign
Festive Tea Blends
Celestial Seasonings Tea Introduced its Holiday Teas for the Winter Season
Holiday-Focused Distillery Events
Buffalo Trace Distillery Ran Holidays at the Trace in December
Festive Skin-Centric Gift Sets
L'occitane's Holiday Sets Give the Gift of Nourished Skin
Holiday-Ready K-Beauty Collections
TIRTIR Offers a Series of Delightful Holiday Gift Sets
Solo Travel Matchmakers
EF Ultimate Break's Travel BFF Matchmaker Program Connects Gen Z
Humorous Playful Airline Campaigns
Spirit Airlines Adds Personal Space with the Seat Blocker
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
World Tourism Day Promotions
PLAY Airlines Celebrates Travel and Cultural Exchange
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Saas Trip Planners
MakeATrip Delivers Recommendations That Enhance the Travel Experience
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Energizing Aircraft Designs
Dunkin' and JetBlue Unveiled a Special Brewing Altitude Design
Nutty Croissant Coffees
The Nespresso Festive Odyssey Collection Shares Comforting Flavors
Travel Lifestyle Brand Ads
Away’s 'Travel Changed Me' Film Captures the Power of Exploration
Collaborative Travel Planners
Let’s Trip Simplifies Planning With Itineraries, Lists, And More
Woman-Focused Travel Companies
Girls' Guide to the World Serves a Niche Market
Trip Planning Platforms
Pogo Travel Helps You Plan, Save, And Share Personalized Adventures
Travel Collectible Platforms
World Traveler Lets You Share Adventures Through Custom Travel Cards
Premium Travel Fragrance Sets
The Jo Malone London Cologne Travel Spray Trio Includes Best Sellers
Top City Discovery Tools
Things.in Helps Users Find the Most Reviewed Attractions and Stays
Design-Forward Phone Accessories
OtterBox Debuts Two New Colorful & Functional Collections
Faith-Compliant Tourism Experiences
Halal Holidays Launches HalalHolidays.asia to Assist Travelers
Travel Planning Platforms
Ellipsis Travel Organizes, Maps, and Personalizes Your Travel Plans
Travel Buddy Finders
TripBFF Finds and Connects Users with Other Travelers for Rewarding Journeys
Travel-Focused Rebranding Initiatives
TravelPerk Evolves into a Travel and Expense Solution
Travel Discovery Platforms
Ready To Traveling Inspires Exploration With Curated Travel Ideas
Long-Haul Flight Toys
Turkish Airlines Created My Travel Buddy for Young Travelers
Weather-Centric Beauty Collections
Newbeauty's Winter 2024 TestTube is Your Winter Beauty Arsenal
Enhanced Winter Flight Programs
Air Transat Offers Flights to Tulum, Mexico from Quebec
Smart Travel Companions
Polarsteps Helps You Plan, Track, and Share Every Travel Experience
Playful Alcohol Ads
The New Aviation Gin Commercial Brings Humor with Ryan Reynolds
Wintery Cafe Drink Ranges
The Black Rock Coffee Bar Winter Drink Lineup Prioritizes Festive Flavor
In-App Road Trip Planners
The Marriott Bonvoy App Features a Road Trip Planner for Summer Fun
Captivating Winter Travel Initiatives
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo Boasts a Series of Winter Festivities
Holiday-Themed Dining Experiences
Holland America Line Makes Festive Celebrations More Enjoyable
Emergency Road Trip Kits
Welch's Fruitside Assistance Makes Holiday Travels More Enjoyable
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Scam Awareness Advent Calendars
NatWest's Scamvent Calendar Exposes Common Seasonal Scams
Ready-to-Pour Cocktail Gifts
The Deko Cocktails Gift Box Pairs Signature Serves with Garnishes
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
Holiday Case Collections
Velvet Caviar's 2024 Holiday Collection is Playful and Festive
Valentine's-Ready Personalized Gifts
Wolt Launches New Personalized Gifts for its Shoppers
Instant Trip Planners
Moon Trip Generates Quick Itineraries, Hotels, and Activities
Travel Planning Platforms
Tripadvancer Helps Plan Trips with Maps, Recommendations, and More
Breathtaking Cruise Promotions
Celebrity Cruises Unveils Early Access for Black Friday Deals
Winter-Themed Japanese Snack Boxes
The TokyoTreat Very Merry Snackmas Box is Packed with Goodies
Travel Planning Assistants
Time2Pack Simplifies Travel With Smart Lists and Offline Tools
Festive Hotel Activations
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Has Unveiled Its Annual Holiday Programming
Global Destination Awards
Air Canada Vacations Launches the 'Travellers’ Top Picks Awards'
Personalized Itinerary Creation
AI Travel Planner by Planify Creates Hour-by-Hour Travel Plans
Travel Connection Platforms
Share Trips Connects Travelers, Eases Group Planning, and Splits Costs
Economy Class Experiences
Air Transat Launched its 'Seat Sale' for Sought After Destinations
Commemorative Travel Packages
Air Canada Vacations Celebrates 50 Years with a Huge Worldwide Sale
All-Inclusive Airline Promotions
Transat Offers All-Inclusive Vacation Packages
European-Inspired In-Flight Menus
American Airlines Offers a European Destination Summer Menu
Group Trip Travel Features
Video-Based Travel Planning Platform Steller Adds More Convenience
Travel Climate Planning Tools
Sunny Days Ahead Helps Find the Sunniest Months to Travel
Flight Tracking Tools
SkyJourney Is a Platform to Log Flights and View Travel Statistics
Boho Retailer Gift Guides
The Anthropologie Festive Gift Guide is Packed with Options
Holiday-Themed Bottled Cocktails
Edmunds Premium Seasonal Cocktails are Ready to Enjoy
Road Trip Weather Updates
Wayther Offers Accurate Weather Forecasts for Your Road Trips
Holiday-Themed Ube Lattes
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii Has a New Winter Wanderlust Menu
Smart Itinerary Builders
Planvel Instantly Creates Custom Travel Plans Based on Your Interests
Family Travel Documentation Tools
Duckwyn's Travel Journal Offers Digital Scrapbooking
Custom Holiday Countdowns
Purrfect Advent Calendar Allows Users to Create & Share Advent Calendars
Holiday Planning Toolkits
Ultimate Holiday Planner for Christmas Helps You Be Organized & Festive
Organized Travel Planning
Tripplanss Organize Your Trip Details All in One Place