European millennials, their favorite travel destinations in 2024

Where will they travel in 2024? Millennials Italians and French, Spanish, Germans and English? In addition to the most popular destinations, which ones will be trendy during the first part of the year?

The latest investigation reveals it WeRoadthe community that, in 2023 alone, has traveled the world beyond 50,000 peopleand is expected to double in 2024.

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Group of tourists riding camels on a tour in the Sahara Desert in Morocco at sunset (iStock)

European millennials: what are the most popular destinations in 2024

WeRoad is present in Italy and in France, In Spain, Germany And Britain. In each of the countries in which it operates, it has conducted its latest survey which reveals which destinations are preferred by millennial travelers, or generation Y, which includes those born between the early 1980s and the mid-1990s or early from the 2000s.

After analyzing their choices and the reservations made in each country between February 1 and the pre-summer period, based on the data collected, he identified what are the main travel trends for the first half of 2024.

It turns out that while Millennials from Italy, France, Spain and Germany favor long-haul trips, Italy stands out among the favorite destinations of the English.

Italians and Spaniards, in particular, place among other destinations the Morocco First of all; the French are betting everything onIceland; the Germans, on the other hand, move mainly towards the UNITED STATES.

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Village of San Gimignano, Tuscany (iStock)

Millennials like to travel in groups

The investigation starts from the evaluation of two key elements.

The first concerns the organized tourism – or even group travel – a phenomenon which is experiencing a strong recovery. As reported byTravel Innovation Observatory from the School of Management of the Polytechnic of Milan, compared to 2022, the sector recorded a strong rebound, with values ​​returning in line with those before the pandemic: the tour operator grows by 40%, while that of travel agencies by 26%.

The second element is indeed the focus on Millennials, a generation of travelers driven by the desire to explore remote lands and live authentic and culturally enriching experiences. It's even better in a group, with other people of the same age with whom to make friends and share moments of life.

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A traditional wooden long-tail boat on a beach in Phucket Province, Thailand (iStock)

Where will Italian Millennials travel?

The analysis carried out by WeRoad reveals that Italian Millennials seem fascinated by the exotic, with the Morocco at the top of the list of favorite destinations.

Among the most attractive elements, the possibility of exploring ancient cities, desert oases and dream beaches between the coasts of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.

Morocco follows in the ranking ThailandTHE UNITED STATES and the Japandemonstrating the Italian predilection for long-haul destinations.

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Masked for Mexico's Day of the Dead celebrations (iStock)

What are the favorite destinations of Spanish Millennials

Spanish Millennials also choose Morocco, which seems to be at the top of travel preferences before Sri Lanka And Thailand.

These choices highlight a growing desire among Spaniards to stray from the most beaten paths and a tendency to return to their roots and discover authentic cultures.

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A vintage tram travels through the streets of Milan (iStock)

What are the favorite destinations of British Millennials

Young Britons are the only ones to prefer a European destination: it’sItalyin fact, the second most booked destination WeRoadUK.

This choice can be attributed to various factors: the cultural richness of the Bel Paese; the reputation of real and healthy local cuisine, but also the lively nightlife offered by the main cities.

After Italy, Iceland and Morocco follow for the English. Costa Rica, Japan, Jordan And Portugal complete the list.

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Havana, Cuba, vintage taxis and historic buildings in the capital

Where will French Millennials go on vacation?

French Millennials display a predilection for Iceland And Cuba.

Iceland attracts with its landscapes of volcanoes, geysers, waterfalls and northern lights, and is known for its adventure activities such as hiking, trekking and diving.

While it is the Cuban music scene and nightlife that attract the attention of French millennials looking for a lively and slightly vintage atmosphere, between vintage cars and colonial architecture.

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Vik, a town in southern Iceland

What are the favorite destinations of German Millennials?

The Germans chose UNITED STATES as your favorite destination. The influence of American popular culture through cinema, music and trends attracts Germans who, in addition to the frenzy of the metropolis, also choose the United States for the natural wonders of its parks.

The other destinations chosen are the Mexico, L'Iceland and theIndia.

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