Expedia flags “Un-Adulting” as 2027 travel trend, 57% likely to book carefree trips
EXPE•Expedia Group’s “Unpack ’27” outlook found 57% of travelers were likely to book play-focused, low-obligation trips in 2027. One-night stay searches rose nearly 10% year over year, while Monaco searches jumped over 120% within 30 days of a filming confirmation.
1. Travel trends outlook
Expedia Group’s “Unpack ’27” outlook flagged rising demand for short breaks, aesthetic-led hotel stays and hobby-driven trips. Search data showed interest in South Lake Tahoe up 195%, Hyogo up 95% and Punta del Este up 65%; Hotels.com data showed one-night stay searches rose nearly 10% year over year. Survey data found 57% of travelers were likely to book “Un-Adulting” trips in 2027, while Monaco searches jumped over 120% within 30 days of a filming confirmation.
