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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Urban Discovery Passes
The Discover Seoul Pass is Designed For Solo and Single-Day Visitors
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Wanderlust Email Apps
Qantas is Changing Out-of-Office Emails from Boring to Travel-Inspiring
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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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Solo Citizen Protection Robots
The HOM-E Companion Robot by KeeJung Song Keeps Users Safe
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
Same-Day Fashion Rental Deliveries
Hurr x Deliveroo Helps Users Quickly Receive Pre-Loved Styles
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'
Emergency Shelter Robot Companions
The 'POWER HUG' Robot Concept Offers Warmth and Comfort
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
AI-Powered Fashion Stylists
Style Bot Lets Users Try on Clothes from an AI Virtual Closet
Cutesy Anime Travel Products
The Pokémon Travel Gear from Village Vanguard is Comforting
AI Travel Advisor Tools
Travelport Released an AI-Powered Tool for Efficient Travel Searches
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Socially Motivating Companion Robots
The Conceptual 'Mori' Companion Robot Supports Mental Health
Exclusive Travel Promotions
Expedia Group is Offering Black Friday and Travel Tuesday Deals
Hug-Activated Marketing Machines
UNIQLO France and The Pull Launch the Hug to Unlock Ad
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Vintage Duty Free Retailers
ARI's Preloved Boutique at Lisbon Airport Encourages Eco Consumerism
In-App Travel Offerings
Expedia Group Utilizes AI to Curate Summaries and Trip Details
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
Child-Friendly Service Robots
The Hyundai Next Generation Service Robot is Expressive
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
Fashion-Branded Coffee Carriers
The Barbour Tartan Reusable Travel Mugs Come in Two Options
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Compact Electric City Cars
KG Motors' 'mibot' Offers Enhanced Mobility
Playful AI Travel Planner
Triplay is the Brainchild of Technology and Travel Enthusiasts
Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags
The Korin HubPack 33 Offers Ample Storage Throughout
Commuter-Oriented Tech Accessories
MOFT Taps TOMBOGO for the New 'Creative Commuter' Capsule
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
Playful Sushi-Inspired Suitcases
These Sushi Suitcases by Yujeong Shin Includes Three Styles
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
Movement-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
The Bottega Veneta's Going Places Features Going Places
Powered Assistive Smart Suitcases
The Mishatu Voyager Smart Suitcase Has the Auto-Follow Mode
Public Transit-Themed Swimwear
Transport for London and Budgy Smuggler Partnered on a Collection
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Employee-Free Smart Stores
The 'Teo' Employee-Free Store in Germany is a Success Story
Iconic Vacation Itineraries
Intrepid Travel Launches Epic Vacays Inspired by Blockbuster Films
AI Travel Planners
Travel Wiz Creates Personalized Travel Itineraries in Minutes
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Augmented Outerwear Mirrors
Ugg's Flagship Highlights Cold Weather Apparel with a Zero10 Mirror
Active-Minded Refreshing Streetwear
YoungLA Drops the First Instalment of its October Collection
Vacation-Inspired Clothing Lines
Saint Holiday Emphasizes Sustainability & Ethical Manufacturing
Luxury Airport Retail Expansions
Schiphol Airport's Lounge 2 Will Feature More Luxury Brands
Enlightening Travel Apps
Herodot AI Turns Sightseeing Into Something More Substantial
Tech Brand Apparel Collections
Nothing Apparel Shows Off its First Drop with a Hat and Coat
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Fall-Ready Weatherized Advanced Apparel
nanamica Delivers Heartwarming Life-Tech Wear for FW24
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
AI Thrifting Assistants
ThredUp Debuts New AI Features to Enhance Consumers' Shopping Journeys
Traveler-Focused Pet Hubs
Mars Unveils a New Pet-Focused Hub in Collaboration with TripAdvisor
Contraband-Detecting Robots
The 'Narc' Robot Concept by Junwoo Lim Detects Suspicious Parcels
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
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
Beverage Dispensing Robots
Ottobot Brew is Ultra-Capable Beer Dispensing Robot
Robot-Enabled Locker Deliveries
Ottobot Lockers Brings a Delivery Innovation to CES 2024
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Timepiece-Inspired Suitcases
The Conceptual Casio 'AeroEase' by Harshita Kaur is G-SHOCK-Inspired
Engaging Airline Platforms
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Launches a New Travel Well Platform
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Wheelchair-Mindful Airline Services
United Airlines Enhances Travel Experiences with Its Service
Multilingual AI Travel App
Traveluh Accounts for Different Cultural Nuances When Planning
AI-Powered Trip Planners
Guide Uses AI to Help with Hotel Selection, Itineraries, and More
Streetwear-Informed Sporty Kits
Arsenal Football Club and maharishi Join on a New Capsule
Personalized Guided Audio Tours
WeGoTrip Slows Travel Down with Personalized Audio Guides
Personalized AI Trip Planning
Mindtrip Uses Conversational AI to Deliver the Best Experiences
Airport Gaming Stores
A New Nintendo-Inspired Store is Open at Hong Kong International Airport
AI Travel Assistants
Trip.com Group Positions Its Tripgenie Service as Groundbreaking
AI-Enabled Waste Sorters
Seattle Integrates Six New AI-Powered Garbage Robots Named Oscar
Collaborative Travel Planning Tools
Hollihopper Offers Live Collaboration to Organize Itineraries
In-Hotel AI-Driven Workouts
Hyatt Regency Has Partnered with Future for a Unique Service
Co-Branded Digital Travel Hubs
The Corona Global Hub Spotlights Experiences Rooted in Nature
Comforting Disney Water Bottles
Uber x Pixar Release Inside Out 2 Emotional Support Water Bottle
LATAM Airport Retailer Sweepstakes
Avolta Hosted a Series of Raffles and Prize Contests Last Year
Airline Amenity Add-Ons
Etihad Airways Launches a New Amenity Kit and Loungewear Selection
Organized Travel Planning Templates
Notion Travel Itinerary Planner Has Navigation and Expenses
Feature-Rich Airport Apps
The 'byAir' App Offers Indoor Maps, Transport Options and More
Smart Trip-Planning Tools
Trips by Steller Combines Human Intelligence with AI
World Tourism Day Promotions
PLAY Airlines Celebrates Travel and Cultural Exchange
Recycling Advocate Holograms
HypnoCat is Promoting the Great Cable Challenge in Waterloo Station
Authentic AI-Powered Travel Experiences
Tailbox is an AI Travel Tool Offering Personalized Trips
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
1960s-Inspired Airport Hotels
The TWA Hotel in New York Captures the City's 60s Aesthetics
AI Road Trip Planners
Huuk Describes Itself as "Canva for Road Trip Travelers"
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
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
AI City Travel Planners
Travelicious is an AI Travel Planner Specifically for Cities
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
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Festive Lifestyle Streetwear Capsules
AELIZA Presents the Fourth Autonomy Collection
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Travel-Themed Book Recommendations
Belletrist Curated The Reading Route for Trainline
AI-Powered Travel Planning
Hadana.io Optimizes Your Travel and Explore New Adventures Effortlessly
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
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Wearable Weighted Blanket Designs
The Weighted Hoodie By Champion Adds a Feeling of Comfort
Accesible Autonomous Transportation Services
The 'Nubit' Autonomous Mobility Service is Modular
Luxury Collaboration Suitcases
The Kith for TUMI Collection Puts Stylish Luggage in the Spotlight
Personalized AI Travel Guides
Hermeso Will Give You Local Suggestions Based on Your Wants
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
Upcycled Aircraft Luggages
Emirates Launches a Collection Made from Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
Autism Awareness Tech Products
TORRAS Presents its COOLiFY Cyber Product in New Campaign
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Robotic Locker-Style Deliveries
Ottonomy Teams Up with Harbor Lockers for the 'Ottobot Locker'
Social Media-Based AI Travels
Let’s Trip AI Simplifies the Process of Crafting Memorable Trips
Comprehensive AI Trip Planners
TravelPal Recommends Activities, Walking Routes, Dinners, and More
Smart Lock-Supported Rentals
Airbnb Releases a Software Update with Support for Smart Locks
AI-Powered Travel Planners
'retravel.ai' Uses AI and ChatGPT to Help Travelers Strategize
Backpacker-Connecting Travel Apps
Cotravel Brings Backpackers from Around the Globe Together
Luggage-Tracking Airline Services
Virgin Australia Enhances its Bag Tracking Feature for Guests
AI Travel Planners
Chonki.ai Lets Users Browse Curated Travel Experiences from Experts
Airline Merchandise Capsules
Virgin Atlantic Launches a Merchandise Collection for Travelers
AI Travel History Guides
Good Tripper Guide Offers AI-Powered Historical Insights for Travelers
Senior Care Robots
An Autonomous Robot Called Aiden Enhances Senior Care in Singapore
Tailored AI Travel Itineraries
Mitrip Generates Personalized Travel Itineraries to Save You Time
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
All-in-One Travel Planners
Traveleva Keeps All Bookings and Itineraries in One Place
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
Interest-Specific AI travel
With Itinerary.today, travelers can create bespoke travel itineraries
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
AI Travel Guide Apps
DocentPro Offers Insights and Stories of Nearby Attractions and Sites
Accessible Ride App Safety-Tools
Uber is Altering its App for The Safety Tools in One Place
Trucker Gear Collections
The American Association of Owner Operators Debuts a New Line