A Deeper Dive into the New American Travel Trend [Video]

• The trend of Americans booking longer vacations is driven by a desire for cultural immersion, wellness retreats, cost-effective travel, mental health benefits, digital tools, and remote work.
• The travel industry is adapting to this shift in travel patterns, emphasizing slow-paced exploration and more immersive experiences.

Amid life’s daily grind, Americans increasingly take extended vacations rather than brief weekend trips. Mandy Applegate, a prolific travel and food blogger, discusses this trend in detail. It is driven by several key factors, including a desire for cultural immersion, wellness retreats, and a new way of work.

The first driving force behind this shift is the pursuit of cultural immersion. Many Americans realize that travel should be more than merely ticking off famous landmarks from a list. Extended stays in places like Italy allow travelers to fully immerse themselves in the local way of life, from learning how to make traditional dishes to forming …