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Travel TrendsAsia dominates in 2024, holding the top five spots in TripAdvisor’s list of trending destinations.

Top 10 trending destinations in 2024

By Travel Weekly Asia

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Jan 17, 2024

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Tokyo is the reigning champ in TripAdvisor’s list of trending destinations in 2024.

Tokyo is the reigning champ in TripAdvisor’s list of trending destinations in 2024. Photo Credit: Adobe Stock/Anthony Shaw

After analysing millions of comments and reviews on its platform, TripAdvisor has determined that Asia dominates travel trends for 2024, holding the top five spots in the list of trending destinations.

By evaluating fluctuations in hotel and restaurant ratings, the analysis aimed to pinpoint destinations currently capturing heightened user interest. The resulting list highlights places with substantial year-over-year growth, showcasing evolving travel preferences and emerging hotspots according to TripAdvisor users.

The top 10 trending travel destinations in 2024 according to TripAdvisor:

Tokyo (Japan)
Seoul (South Korea)
Halong Bay (Vietnam)
Palawan Island (Philippines)
Sapa (Vietnam)
Bogotá (Colombia)
Pattaya (Thailand)
Alajuela (Costa Rica)
Phnom Penh (Cambodia)
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)

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