From robots that help travelers carry out different tasks in the airport to specially designed hoodies that protect valuables, the October 2016 travel trends demonstrate a focus on both accessibility and safety.
In recent years, there has been a major push to make travel more accessible to consumers of all ages and abilities. For instance, London's Heathrow recently retrained its staff to help passengers suffering from dementia. Similarly, Hitachi's EMIEW customer service robot has been installed in Tokyo's Haneda airport to help those who may be in need of assistance.
Beyond accessibility, the October 2016 travel trends also reveal an ongoing focus on safety. More specifically, there is a trend towards protective garments that can be used to keep valuables safe from thieves. Such garments include the Koala Hoodie, which includes a passport-sized pocket and Modulor denim, which is designed for hiding essential items.
Top 40 Travel Ideas in October

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Multi-Functional Travel Backpacks
This Backpack Makes Packing for Short Trips Much More Convenient

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City-Sized Cruise Ships
The Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship 'Harmony of the Seas' is Astounding
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Space-Saving Train Seats
PriestmanGoode's Seat Design Can Increase Capacity by 30 Percent
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Hyper-Connected Hotels
This Integrated Hotel Was Designed to Target the Millennial Demographic
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Versatile Travel Gadgets
The TripMate Titan is a Travel Router, a Device Charger and More
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Trailer Compound Hotels
This Hotel Was Made from What Was Once a Rooftop Car Park
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Anime-Themed Capsule Hotels
This Women-Only Hotel Features Anime Men Next to the Beds
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Manta Ray Resorts
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas Give Guests the Chance to Swim with Manta Rays
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Pop-Up Aquarium Exhibits
The 'Tetra Tranquility Tank' is an Installation in the London Underground
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Traveling P2P Courier Services
Travel Startup Grabr Helps You Earn Money On Your Journey
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Luxury Luggage Lines
The Bugaboo Boxer's Steering is Inspired By Stroller Systems
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Discreet Denim Clothes
These Clothes Were Designed to Ensure the Safety of Belongings in Travel
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Face-Focused Travel Cosmetics
This Ursa Major Set of Skin Care for Travel is Ultra-Compact
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Split Personality Travel Posters
Expedia is Encouraging Travelers to Discover the 'Vegas You'
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Interactive Street Food Guides
Expedia Created London's Ultimate Street Food Guide
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Travel-Focused Hoodies
This Multi-Functional Apparel Keeps Valuables Safe and Its Wearer Warm
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Dementia-Friendly Airports
Heathrow Airport Marks World Alzheimers Day with New Policies
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Plasticless Eco Resorts
Lohagarh Fort Resort is an Eco-Friendly Getaway Near Jaipur
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Drone Transport Baggage
Think Tank Photo's New Bags are Designed to Carry Drones on Flights
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Transcontinental Recreational Trails
The Great Trail Will Stretch 24,000 Kilometers Across Canada
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Patriotic Welcome Kits
Plastic Mobile Sent US Start-Ups a "Starter Pack" of Canadian Goods
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Rejuvenating Yoga Retreats
The Travel Yogi Service is Ideal For Solo Women Travelers
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Geo-Targeted Social Travel Apps
The Jetzy App Offers Social Connections and Travel Rewards
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Productive Halal Retreats
This Halal Travel Service Combines Travel With Spiritual Growth
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Beer-Paired Airline Ads
This KLM Ad Boasts of the Airline's Ability to Serve Fresh Beer on Board
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Email-Scouring Travel Apps
Easythingy's Smart Bots Turns Your Emails Into Actionable Cards
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Assistive Airport Robots
Hitachi's 'EMIEW' Robot Helps Travelers at Haneda International Airport
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Personal Tour Guide Apps
Ventoura Helps Solo Travelers Meet Friends While Abroad
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Voice-Controlled Hotel Suites
This High-Tech Hotel Integrates Siri for Hands-Free Room Control
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Geographically Accurate Subway Maps
This Map of the London Tube Details Transportation Routes
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Wanderlust Email Apps
Qantas is Changing Out-of-Office Emails from Boring to Travel-Inspiring
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Urban Discovery Passes
The Discover Seoul Pass is Designed For Solo and Single-Day Visitors
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Pioneering Woman-Celebrating Apps
This Walking Tour App Celebrates Historical Woman Activists
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Hotel-Finding Text Services
This AI-Powered Chat Bot Helps Travellers Find the Best Hotel Options
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Priority Seating Badges
This TfL Badge and Card Campaign Support Those With Hidden Disabilities
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Charter Flight Booking Apps
This App Allows Sentient Jet Passengers to Quickly Book Private Travel
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Solo Travel Reward Programs
The AAA Solo Travelers Club Program Lets You Win Rewards & Meet People
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Humorous Office Vacation Ads
Virgin Atlantic Prompts Viewers to Get Away from Work During Holidays
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Riverside Livestream Contests
Hotels.com is Launching a Unique Online Livestream on Periscope
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AI-Created Luggage Campaigns
LANCEL's New Voyage Ai Campaign Launched on June 7th
Accessibility-Focused Self-Driving Technology
Rick Hansen Foundation Partners with A&K Robotics
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
AI-Powered Shopping Experiences
SOOT Introduced Moodboard-Inspired Shopping
Mental Health Awareness Totes
ALDO and Kids Help Phone Join Forces on the HEARTTOTE
Fashion-Inspired Luggage Campaigns
Samsonite's Jet Gala Event Fuses Fashion and Travel Essentials
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
AI-Powered Ecommerce Technologies
Hugo Boss Launches a New AI-Powered Product Content Feature
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Bookable Autonomous Shuttles
Uber and May Mobility Partner to Launch Robotaxi Fleet
AI Travel Advisor Tools
Travelport Released an AI-Powered Tool for Efficient Travel Searches
Wearable AI Retail Assistants
Augmodo Unveils a New Pilot Affecting Four Warehouse Locations
Humanoid Robot Technologies
Ti5ROBOT is Introducing Two Advanced Humanoid Models
Trackable Travel Wallets
The Journey Loc8 Trackable Passport Wallet is Slim, Stylish and Connected
Sensory-Friendly Airport Spaces
Edmonton International Airport Opens a Sensory-Friendly Space
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Same-Day Fashion Rental Deliveries
Hurr x Deliveroo Helps Users Quickly Receive Pre-Loved Styles
AI-Powered Travel Planning
Travel AI - Trip Creator Crafts Personalized Itineraries Effortlessly
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Toy Brick-Inspired Luggage Sets
LEGO Introduces a New Bright Trolley and Backpack Set
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Insightful AI Travel Planners
Tripadvisor's 'Trips' Platform Unveiled Themed Itineraries
Box-Office-Themed Travel Pop-Ups
Intrepid x TIFF Host an Experiential Travel Activation
Unique AI Design Concepts
Movr Envisions a Rideable Ai-Powered Personal Assistant.
In-App Travel Offerings
Expedia Group Utilizes AI to Curate Summaries and Trip Details
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Compact Electric City Cars
KG Motors' 'mibot' Offers Enhanced Mobility
Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags
The Korin HubPack 33 Offers Ample Storage Throughout
Connected Luggage Tags
The Knog Scout Travel is Compatible with Apple Find My
Vibrantly Comedic Travel Campaigns
The 'Booking.yeah' Campaign Features The Muppets
Air-Conditioned Futuristic Uniforms
The NTT Pavilion Uniforms are Designed by Anrealage
AI-Powered Travel Assistants
Instahop Creates Personalized Digital Itineraries
Practical Apparel Capsules
Hikesity Debuts its Technical Apparel, Influenced by Eastern Design
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Accessibility-Focused Home Appliances
LG Electronics Expands Its LG Comfort Kit
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Employee-Free Smart Stores
The 'Teo' Employee-Free Store in Germany is a Success Story
Globalized Spooky Destinations
Intrepid Travel Presents a Curated Selection of Spooky Adventures
Personalized AI Holiday Planning
Planitly Learns Users Interests to Curate the Perfect Getaway
AI-Powered Travel Booking Platforms
The 'Smartrip' AI Travel Assistant Simplifies Travel Plans
Mountaineering-Assisting Exoskeleton Designs
Taishan Cultural Tourism Group Emphasizes Inclusivity
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Public Transit-Themed Swimwear
Transport for London and Budgy Smuggler Partnered on a Collection
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
Autonomous Robotaxi Services
Uber and WeRide Partnered for a Robotaxi Service in Abu Dhabi
Personality-Matched Luggage Collections
Airs Debuts Personality Quiz-Based Travel Gear for 2025
Sleep-Focused Travel Campaigns
KAYAK Launches its 'In Search of Sleep' Campaign
Wardrobe-Style Luggage Designs
The Drobe Luggage Evolves Into a Cupboard for Travel
Active-Minded Refreshing Streetwear
YoungLA Drops the First Instalment of its October Collection
Traveling Fashion Showcases
The Guess Bus in Sydney is an Example of Experimental Marketing
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Vacation-Inspired Clothing Lines
Saint Holiday Emphasizes Sustainability & Ethical Manufacturing
Enlightening Travel Apps
Herodot AI Turns Sightseeing Into Something More Substantial
Wheelchair-Mindful Airline Services
United Airlines Enhances Travel Experiences with Its Service
Customized Luggage Lines
Travelpro and Dominic Ciambrone Team Up for a Limited-Edition Drop
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Fall-Ready Weatherized Advanced Apparel
nanamica Delivers Heartwarming Life-Tech Wear for FW24
Multifunctional Travel Totes
Sidney Byron Debuts Hat-Carrying Bags with Vegan Materials
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
AI Thrifting Assistants
ThredUp Debuts New AI Features to Enhance Consumers' Shopping Journeys
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Traveler-Focused Pet Hubs
Mars Unveils a New Pet-Focused Hub in Collaboration with TripAdvisor
Iconic Vacation Itineraries
Intrepid Travel Launches Epic Vacays Inspired by Blockbuster Films
Luxury Outwear Programs
ModernHaus SoHo and Canada Goose Partner for a Unique Experience
Contraband-Detecting Robots
The 'Narc' Robot Concept by Junwoo Lim Detects Suspicious Parcels
AI Travel Photography
Epic AI Travel Photos Creates Stunning Photos of Popular Destinations
AI Travel Exploration Apps
ExploreSoul.AI Creates Instant and Custom Travel Itineraries
Solo Travel Bundles
Priceline's Solo Explorer Curates a 5-Day Itinerary with an AI Assistant
Traveler-Friendly AI-Powered Fitness Solutions
Flykitt Fit Helps Users Stay Healthy on the Road
Rail Network Accessibility Tools
Transreport & Hankyu Railway Implement Passenger Assistance Web
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Engaging Airline Platforms
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Launches a New Travel Well Platform
Airport Gaming Stores
A New Nintendo-Inspired Store is Open at Hong Kong International Airport
Retro-Themed Technical Apparel
XLIM Introduces a Look at the Utilitarian Episode 7 Collection
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Seasonal Change Spring Fashion
Hiking Patrol Introduces the Transition Collection for SS25
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
Personalized AI Trip Planning
Mindtrip Uses Conversational AI to Deliver the Best Experiences
AI Travel Assistants
Trip.com Group Positions Its Tripgenie Service as Groundbreaking
Adventure-Enthused Travel Promotions
Intrepid Launches its 2025 'Big Sale' for Global Exploration
Folding Smart Helmet Designs
The Woolf Smart Folding Helmet is Met with Significant Interest
Collaborative Travel Planning Tools
Hollihopper Offers Live Collaboration to Organize Itineraries
Airport Experience Rewards
American Express Extends Premium Travel Benefits at Toronto Pearson
In-Hotel AI-Driven Workouts
Hyatt Regency Has Partnered with Future for a Unique Service
Solo Travel Matchmakers
EF Ultimate Break's Travel BFF Matchmaker Program Connects Gen Z
Bold Luggage Capsules
AirAsia x American Tourister Partner for the 'Funseekers' Collection
LATAM Airport Retailer Sweepstakes
Avolta Hosted a Series of Raffles and Prize Contests Last Year
Organized Travel Planning Templates
Notion Travel Itinerary Planner Has Navigation and Expenses
Airport-Specific Autonomous Shuttle Services
WeRide Debuts the Robobus at Zurich Airport
Stylish Airport Lounges
Virgin Atlantic Introduces 'The Clubhouse' for a Multisensory Experience
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
Recycling Advocate Holograms
HypnoCat is Promoting the Great Cable Challenge in Waterloo Station
AI Travel Cost Predictions
Trip Budget Builds Customized Itineraries Aligned to Your Finances
Self-Driving Cab App Expansions
The Robotaxi Cruise Service Will Launch on Uber Platforms
Gen Z-Focused Bag Charms
Travel Blue Launches the Memory Collection to Appeal to Gen Z Shoppers
Trip Planning Platforms
Pogo Travel Helps You Plan, Save, And Share Personalized Adventures
AI Road Trip Planners
Huuk Describes Itself as "Canva for Road Trip Travelers"
Disability-Conscious Airline Initiatives
Aer Lingus Implements Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Efficient Travel Planners
Travel Stash Enables Users to Plan Trips in Under a Minute
AI-Powered CCTV Systems
Amazon Unveils a New Emotion-Detecting AI Software for Train Passengers
All-Inclusive Pop Culture Trips
Klook Debuts a Campaign to Highlight ANZ's Top Asian Culture Fans
Unique Destination Initiatives
Intrepid Travel Unveiled its 'Not Hot List' for 2025
Fictional Spy-Inspired Suitvases
Globe-Trotter Presents the James Bond Carry-On Trolley Case
Travel-Focused Rebranding Initiatives
TravelPerk Evolves into a Travel and Expense Solution
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Travel-Themed Book Recommendations
Belletrist Curated The Reading Route for Trainline
Long-Haul Flight Toys
Turkish Airlines Created My Travel Buddy for Young Travelers
AI Travel Planners
Tern Personalizes Travel Itineraries and Streamlines Trip Planning
Travel Stroller Rentals
Joolz & 1 Hotels Launched a Relax & Stroll Rental Package
Travel Accessibility Toolkits
Global Business Travel Association Foundation Debuts a New Toolkit
Unique Regional Experiences
Icelandair Boasts Activities that Celebrate Iceland's Fall Offerings
AI-Powered Travel Planning
Hadana.io Optimizes Your Travel and Explore New Adventures Effortlessly
Wearable Weighted Blanket Designs
The Weighted Hoodie By Champion Adds a Feeling of Comfort
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Eco-Friendly Timepiece Stores
Heinemann Oceania Unveils Two Sustainable Concept Stores
Luxury Collaboration Suitcases
The Kith for TUMI Collection Puts Stylish Luggage in the Spotlight
Autism Awareness Tech Products
TORRAS Presents its COOLiFY Cyber Product in New Campaign
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
Instant Trip Planners
Moon Trip Generates Quick Itineraries, Hotels, and Activities
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Social Media-Based AI Travels
Let’s Trip AI Simplifies the Process of Crafting Memorable Trips
Multilingual Travel Accessibility Guides
Mimaru Has Broken New Ground in Japanese Tourism
Backpacker-Connecting Travel Apps
Cotravel Brings Backpackers from Around the Globe Together
Urban-Inspired Bag Campaigns
côte&ciel's Latest Editorial Campaign is Dubbed Rhythms of Transit
AI Travel Planners
Chonki.ai Lets Users Browse Curated Travel Experiences from Experts
Inclusive Travel Experiences
Gold Coast Airport Aims to Elevate the Travel Experience for Everyone
Tailored AI Travel Itineraries
Mitrip Generates Personalized Travel Itineraries to Save You Time
AI Travel History Guides
Good Tripper Guide Offers AI-Powered Historical Insights for Travelers
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Youthful Backpack Collections
Travel Blue is Unveiling a New Backpack Line Marketed Toward Gen Z
Travel Scam Awareness
'No Scam' Helps Recognize and Prevent Common Travel Scams
Anonymous AI Dashboards
Hoody AI Provides Secure, Anonymous Access to Multiple LLMs in One Place
Interest-Specific AI travel
With Itinerary.today, travelers can create bespoke travel itineraries
Smart Packing Assistants
Rakun Packing Creates Custom Packing Lists Based on Your Trip Details
Organized Travel Planning
Tripplanss Organize Your Trip Details All in One Place
Trucker Gear Collections
The American Association of Owner Operators Debuts a New Line