Backpackers study
VOLUNTEERING, venturing off the beaten track, and long-term planning are the latest travel trends currently being enjoyed by backpackers, according to Hostelworld’s latest Evolution of the Hostel Traveller report.
More than 5,000 travellers from the Baby Boomer, Gen X and Gen Y demographic were surveyed by the company, with the report revealing that 34% of future travellers expect a “once in a lifetime experience”, while 49% said they would prefer culture to be more memorable than nightlife (17%).
The report also revealed an 85% increase in Australians looking to volunteer while travelling compared with 20 years ago.
Destinations such as South Korea and Japan are also now top choices for Aussie Millennials.