Trendy Tourist

Travel in Style

  • Travel Fashion
  • Style
  • Beauty
  • Travel
    • Travel Tips
    • Travel Guides
      • Asia
      • Europe
      • North America
      • Oceania
  • Lifestyle
  • About
  • Collaborate
    • Advertise
    • Guest Posting
    • Contact
  • Shop
    • Travel Fashion Favourites

Explore

  • About
  • Advertise
  • Guest Posting
  • Shop
  • Contact

Connect

Travel Tips · January 22, 2020

10 Types of Travel Trips to Take in 2021

There’s nothing on this earth quite like flying to countries you’ve never been to before, having new experiences and immersing yourself in various cultures.

In fact, being able to travel near and far is one of life’s many gifts, and we should embrace it with open arms.

But, did you know that there are so many types of travel trips you can take? From a global group tour to flashpacking, it’s safe to say that you don’t have to stick with your usual UK-based weekends away in 2021.

Instead, you can expand your horizons and go on these 10 various types of travel trips.

10 Types of Travel Trips to Take

Contents

  • 1. Backpacking
  • 2. Flashpacking
  • 3. Around-the-World All-Inclusive Package
  • 4. Weekend Away
  • 5. One-Destination Holiday
  • 6. Luxury All-Inclusive Holiday Resort
  • 7. Group Tour
  • 8. Campervan or RV Road Trip
  • 9. Event Travel
  • 10. Working Holiday
  • Experience All Types of Travel at Least Once
  • Katie Davies

1. Backpacking

Types of travel 101: backpacking around one country or multiple countries for a set period of time.

It may be for one month or it may be for one year, but one thing’s for sure: this style of trip allows you to leave home as one person and return as someone else entirely.

Backpacking involves going back to basics and adapting to a “less is more” lifestyle, thus changing your entire outlook on life in the process. It gets you out of your comfort zone, makes you appreciate your home comforts more than ever before and shapes you into a more well-rounded individual.

2. Flashpacking

Much like backpacking, flashpacking consists of visiting one or several countries in one trip.

However, your budget as a flashpacker won’t be as strict as if you were backpacking. You might stay in hotels and Airbnb’s as opposed to hostels, for example. You might also splash out on a range of activities and eat at more upmarket restaurants.

Even so, you get to see a lot of the world (and do a lot) as a flashpacker, which opens your eyes in more ways than one.

3. Around-the-World All-Inclusive Package

One of our favourite types of travel is the around-the-world all-inclusive trip that you can build with agencies like Round the World Experts and STA Travel.

Don’t want to have to spend all your spare time booking accommodation, flights and activities (even if you use a travel planner)? These companies will take this hassle off your hands and do it all for you as part of a hefty package deal.

Pro tip: we’ve used both RTWE and STA for our previous backpacking trips and they’re a great resource whether you have specific requirements or you’re pretty open to suggestions.

4. Weekend Away

Let’s take it back to basics for a second. Sometimes a weekend away in your own country or a country nearby is just what the doctor ordered.

Every now and then, it’s necessary to hit the reset button on life in order to determine what is truly important to us, give us perspective on our current situation and help us to define our long-term goals.

After all, life’s not going to be fun if it’s all work and no play – right?

Types of Travel

5. One-Destination Holiday

Speaking of the standard types of travel, we have to throw the one-destination holiday into the mix – because everybody needs a holiday for the reasons we just mentioned.

Whether you just want to head to your usual vacation spot in Tenerife or go somewhere more adventurous like Tokyo, taking at least two consecutive weeks off from your job at least once a year is imperative for your overall mental health and wellbeing.

6. Luxury All-Inclusive Holiday Resort

Sometimes a one-destination holiday will be in a decent hotel, Airbnb or self-catered apartments. But other times, it will be in a luxury all-inclusive resort (if you really want to treat yourself).

We love this type of trip for one particular reason. What, you’re saying that we can pay for everything upfront and choose a hotel on the beach where I can just chill for a few days without having to leave the complex for anything?

Sounds perfect!

7. Group Tour

One of the best types of travel for extroverts is the group tour.

You may opt to join several like-minded travellers for a certain activity (like climbing Machu Picchu). Alternatively, you might want to spend a few days on the same bus touring a specific country (like a Stray trip around New Zealand).

Either way, a group tour is an ideal way to make friends while seeing and doing some amazing things across the pond. True story.

8. Campervan or RV Road Trip

If a group road trip sounds like fun to you but you like the idea of a smaller group and/or love camping, why not consider renting a campervan or RV for your travels?

After all, you can see so much of what a country has to offer just by travelling via roads instead of flights.

And you can also get back to nature, which you just can’t beat!

9. Event Travel

Struggling to find the time to take off work? Or can’t afford to travel for too long? Not to worry – we have a solution for you.

Event travel is where – you guessed it – you solely take a trip for a specific event (like a music festival or business conference).

It might only be for a couple of days or it might be for a week. That said, either way, it gives you the opportunity to travel somewhere that you’ve never been before – and have an incredible time in the process!

10. Working Holiday

Finally, one of our favourite types of travel is the working holiday where you live and work in a different country for a designated amount of time.

Some countries that have a one or two-year working holiday program available include:

  • New Zealand
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Japan
  • Taiwan
  • Singapore
  • USA (as an au pair only)

If you’re a British citizen, you can also start working in any country that’s part of the European Union without needing to apply for a working holiday visa or special permit. (This may soon change because of Brexit though – sigh!)

Regardless, moving abroad and making money while you’re there is a once-in-lifetime experience that encourages personal and professional growth. Even though it’s not without its challenges, we’d definitely recommend it to anyone.

Luxury Holiday

Experience All Types of Travel at Least Once

Spoiler alert: you’ve got to try out different types of travel in your lifetime to find out which ones you prefer.

We realise that not everybody has an endless pot of money just for travel (or extensive amounts of time), but don’t be one of those people who constantly makes excuses for not following their dreams.

Your destiny isn’t made. You create it. And it starts today.

Have you taken all or any of these types of travel trips? Which ones do you want to take in 2021?

Katie Davies
Katie Davies

Katie Davies is the Yorkshire-based freelance writer who founded Trendy Tourist. In the last four years, she has written for over 100 companies on a range of subjects, from fashion to marketing. When she’s not producing content, you can find her shopping, exploring a new place or sitting somewhere having a cup of builder’s tea.

  • Katie Davies
    https://www.trendytourist.co.uk/author/katie/
    The Best Places to Visit in Vietnam
  • Katie Davies
    https://www.trendytourist.co.uk/author/katie/
    7 Reasons Why Stray New Zealand Changed My Life
  • Katie Davies
    https://www.trendytourist.co.uk/author/katie/
    East Coast Australia Road Trip: The Ultimate Guide
  • Katie Davies
    https://www.trendytourist.co.uk/author/katie/
    Top Things to Do in Wilmington NC

Posted By: Katie Davies · In: Travel Tips

January Sales 2020: Cute and Cosy Fashion Under £20
10 Affordable Valentine’s Day Gifts for Travellers

You’ll Also Love

Why We Chose to Elope in a PandemicWhy We Chose to Elope In The Middle of a Pandemic
Cooking Virtual Date Ideas15 Virtual Date Ideas For Long Distance Couples
Ways to Reduce Stress When Travelling10 Ways to Reduce Stress When Travelling

Sign Up to Our Mailing List to Receive a Free Packing Guide!

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

FEELING LOVELY IN LILAC. 🤗 [AD - GIFTED] I, l FEELING LOVELY IN LILAC. 🤗  [AD - GIFTED]  I, like so many others, am over the moon that lockdown restrictions are starting to lift in England and we can shop, eat and drink outdoors again. 🎉  However, fashion-wise, I’m finding it tough to get out of my joggers. Anyone else? 🤣  While I’m still working my way up to jeans, I’ll stick to these lilac lovelies by @femmeluxefinery.  Not only are they super comfortable but, if you don’t already know, lilac is going to be a huge colour trend for Spring/Summer 2021. In fact, any kind of pastel colour palette should be prioritised to stand out in style this season. 🌈  #femmeluxe #luxegal #femmeluxefinery
SNUGGLY WITH MY FLUFFY. Riley literally walks rig SNUGGLY WITH MY FLUFFY.  Riley literally walks right next to me when I have him on his lead - it’s the cutest thing ever! He won’t leave my side. 😭😍  His fur also adds another layer to my lower legs, 🤣 which is needed when temperatures are as brisk as they have been!  After the lovely couple of warm and sunny days we had last week, I’ve had to revert back to a puffer coat, woolly hat and thermal socks. 🥶🧦  And these @karrimorofficial boots are a life-saver for wet and muddy conditions. Honestly, I’ve practically lived in them for all of my lockdown walks!  What are your outdoor fashion staples? Shop this look via the @liketoknow.it app here: http://liketk.it/3ci9l #liketkit #LTKstyletip #ltkunder50 #ltkunder100
Happy Easter from me and Riley! (And the hubby to Happy Easter from me and Riley!  (And the hubby too, I suppose. 😂)  Research shows that having pets has been linked to maintaining better mental health and reducing loneliness during lockdown — and I believe it!  Don’t know what the Davies family would have done without this little floofs bringing us joy each and every day.  Enjoy your lovely long weekend, everyone! 🐣 #cavapoosofig #cavapoosofinstagram
WALK TOWARDS THE LIGHT. Hey guys! Hope you’re h WALK TOWARDS THE LIGHT.  Hey guys! Hope you’re having a good evening. ☺️  Just wanted to write a very honest post about why I haven’t posted much on Instagram recently.  To put it simply, I (like many others) have really struggled in lockdown 3.0. My happiness was at an all-time high following my December wedding day, but the fact that my new husband and I had to separate a few days later to live in different countries and England went straight into lockdown upon my return meant that I then experienced an all-time low.  Sure, we’re used to being in a long-distance with an ocean between us. That said, being apart during a pandemic and not knowing when you’re going to see each other again in the darkest of times somehow feels a lot more traumatic.  Since the day of the worst airport goodbye we’ve had thus far in the four years that we’ve been together, we have been eagerly awaiting spouse visa approval so that we can live together indefinitely in the UK.  After what felt like forever, this finally came through a couple of weeks ago and I’m happy to say that my new husband is now here with me in my parents’ house quarantining in the spare bedroom!  (And a certain someone is running up and down getting all his meals for him. Phew. 🤦🏼‍♀️ 😅)  It’s been a long, bumpy journey but there’s no-one else I’d rather share it with. And now that it doesn’t feel like my right arm is missing and the sun will never shine again, I can hopefully resume posting on my accounts more regularly.  (Not promising anything though given that lockdown makes it super tough for us to get motivated on a daily basis. Right? 💁🏼‍♀️)  The truth is, sometimes you just need to take a social media break, but I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all your support as always. I am very much looking forward to a new chapter with my husband (eek!) — and a new chapter of my life in general. Now, to quote Captain Sir Tom Moore (RIP), “Tomorrow will be a good day.” ✌🏻 #mentalhealthmatters #breakthestigma
MEETING MY FUTURE HEAD-ON. 💁🏼‍♀️ Okay MEETING MY FUTURE HEAD-ON. 💁🏼‍♀️  Okay, post-lockdown brunches, shopping and drinks with the girls, I’m ready for you now.  Can you hurry up with your roadmap please, Boris? There’s a good lad. 👏🏻  In other news, I’m so happy that the weather is getting warmer, even though I’ll miss how snugly this knee-length puffer is.  What about you? 🌞 #fbloggersuk #fbloggeruk
KING & QUEEN. 👑 You are my today and all of my KING & QUEEN. 👑  You are my today and all of my tomorrows @nathanthuerwachter. I miss you so much!  For all of our fellow long-distance couples, you can still celebrate Valentine’s Day on Sunday even though you’re apart. Check out the latest article on Trendy Tourist that gives you 15 virtual date ideas to amp up the romance. 🌹  (Link in bio!) #elopementwedding #elopementphotography
SNOW BIG DEAL... Leeds is just giving me Milwauke SNOW BIG DEAL...  Leeds is just giving me Milwaukee vibes for the third time in a month. 🤷🏼‍♀️⛄️  Absolutely living for puffer jackets at the moment. Whether belted, knee-length, duvet-style or with a statement hood, you just can’t beat this snuggly yet stylish cover-up for your essential journeys.  Read more about the types of puffer jackets to be seen in this winter season at www.trendytourist.co.uk. (Full link in bio!) ❄️ #pufferjackets #pufferjacket
HAIR NECESSITIES. Looking back at the few photos HAIR NECESSITIES.  Looking back at the few photos I have from my wedding ceremony over a month ago is keeping me going in lockdown 3.0! 💪🏻  Thanks to @casasalonkw for making my messy mop Pinterest-worthy on my special day. 👰‍♀️  This beautiful bejewelled accessory is called a bridal vine and I knew once I saw it that it had to be mine. 😍  What do you think? #bridalvine #weddinghairstyles
YAY FOR REPEAT FASHION. 🙌🏻 You might have n YAY FOR REPEAT FASHION. 🙌🏻  You might have noticed on my feed that I’m a big fan of re-wearing and getting the most out of my clothes.  Sure, fast fashion is affordable and enticing, but not exactly environmentally-friendly (or often ethical).  Instead, I champion sustainable style!  Why? Well:  - It’s better quality
- It’s kind to the planet
- It saves money
- It saves packing space when you’re going on a trip 🧳💪🏻  Read more about how you can be more sustainable with fashion in 2021 by visiting www.trendytourist.co.uk (link in bio). 💕  P.S. Doesn’t Christmas feel like it was ages ago?! #sustainablestyle #sustainableclothing
WEDDING DETAILS. 💁🏼‍♀️ Haven’t got WEDDING DETAILS. 💁🏼‍♀️  Haven’t got all the photos back yet but our ceremony photographer @julia_roy_photos was kind enough to send through a sneak-peek! 😄  The whole look I was going for was “romantic elegance” with some boho touches to tie in with the beach setting.  Hence, the beautiful flowers with blush pink accents and soft ivory draping that juxtaposed the rustic textures of the bamboo arbour, aisle lanterns and co-ordinating seashells.  Thank you @bigdaykw for helping bring my vision to life!  What do you think? I’ll share hair and makeup details next. 👰‍♀️  (Disclaimer: not an ad, just grateful!)
#elopementwedding #elopementphotography
  • Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2021 Trendy Tourist · Theme by 17th Avenue

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.

SAVE & ACCEPT