Why do Gen Z want to travel?


Why do Gen Z want to travel? Gen Z also tends to be more open-minded and understanding of social change, and they seem to think anything is possible because it is. Those in the younger generation seem more inclined to want to get out and explore — even though their parents and grandparents may not have had the same opportunities.


Why are people traveling so much?

Travel takes us out of our comfort zones and inspires us to see, taste and try new things. It constantly challenges us, not only to adapt to and explore new surroundings, but also to engage with different people, to embrace adventures as they come and to share new and meaningful experiences with friends and loved ones.


What do Gen Z look for in travel?

Younger travelers want to feel that they are truly experiencing the culture they have traveled to, and to avoid anything that feels inauthentic. 79% of Gen Z and Millennial respondents agree that they would love to partake in a day of the life of locals in the destination they are visiting.


Do Gen Z travel a lot?

Despite their youth and comparatively low income, more than half of American Gen Z adults are frequent travelers, having taken three or more leisure trips in the past year, according to the data research company Morning Consult.