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DÉCOR TRENDS

SUMMER HOLIDAY

TRENDS

he summer holiday season draws Outdoor adventure and
near. This is when families go on nature-based experiences
Troad trips and take much-needed Summer 2024 marks a surge in
escapes to holiday destinations. interest for outdoor adventure and
nature-based experiences as travellers
This summer, it seems as if many seek activities that embrace the great
families are opting to stay closer to outdoors. There’s been a notable
home. The preference is for shorter increase in searches this summer for
getaways such as weekend trips to the following:
nearby national parks and beach resorts • adventure activities
within South Africa, highlighting a shift • luxury safari lodges
toward discovering local attractions • waterworld rides
and embracing the convenience • scenic train journeys
and familiarity of regional travel • hiking trails
experiences.
This reflects a growing preference
Road trips are gaining in popularity. for immersive and exhilarating travel
That’s because driving is not only experiences. Whether it’s exploring
seen as a cost-effective option, it also national parks, embarking on
allows travellers flexibility and control wildlife experiences or indulging in
over their itineraries. Road journeys watersports, this trend highlights a
offer a versatile and immersive way to desire to reconnect with nature and
experience the diverse landscape and pursue thrilling adventures while on
attractions of our beautiful country. holiday.

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