It seems like everything costs more in 2023, and travelling is no exception. But going places is part of who we are, and it’s going to take more than a global economic downturn to stop us wanting to get out and see new things. The world’s borders are open in time for a new year of exploration, and we’ve got some ideas to help you squeeze the most out of it.
Over the past couple of months, we’ve delved into the latest travel-industry trends and intel, quizzed experts and regular travellers, crunched the data and done a fair bit of gazing into our crystal balls. Here are the results: our six key tips to help you cut your costs, swerve the tourist hordes and make your travels smarter and greener in 2023.
- Go somewhere you’ve never heard of
- Ditch flying for good
- Never travel in summer
- Embrace the package trip
- Learn to love the homestay
- And finally… get organised!
If you’re looking to spend a lot less, feel less stressed and get the very best out of 2023, then read through our tips, trends, predictions and prognostications before you get planning. Here’s to a year of travelling better.
Stay in the loop: sign up to our free Time Out Travel newsletter for the latest travel news and the best stuff happening across the world.