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If you\u2019re planning a trip overseas, be prepared to spend more when visiting several global cities this year. <\/p>\n
Travel trends for 2025 pinpoint a significant rise in interest in cities such as Rome, Tokyo and New York City among others, according to a recent study by DIPNDIVE.<\/p>\n
The findings, which focus on search volumes related to travel keywords from the past two years, shed light on shifting travel preferences and signal higher costs for eager tourists.<\/p>\n
But be warned though: rising demand is likely to see travel costs rising in these popular destinations.<\/p>\n
Leading the charge is Rome, a city steeped in history and culture, which has seen a remarkable 38.26% spike in search interest. <\/p>\n
The Italian capital already boasts a visitor base of 10.1 million.<\/p>\n
The city\u2019s growing popularity show no signs of slowing as it positions itself as a key destination for 2025, likely driving up travel costs.<\/p>\n
TIP:<\/strong> This year is also significant for the city as it is the Jubilee 2025 – a special holy year in Rome and the Vatican City, and across Italy, which began at Christmas 2024 and will end at Epiphany 2026. <\/p>\n A Jubilee year is a time for celebration, and sees millions of pilgrims visiting Rome seeking spiritual renewal and a stronger connection to their faith<\/p>\n In second place, Tokyo has captured attention with a notable 29.98% increase in interest. <\/p>\n Known for its unique blend of tradition and futurism, this bustling metropolis attracted 494.2 million visitors last year and has maintained high monthly search volumes, showcasing its status as a major global hotspot.<\/p>\n TIP:<\/strong> The best times to visit Japan? The best weather is in the spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) seasons, with May and October-November being the optimal months to balance good weather, fewer crowds and lower prices. <\/p>\n New York City, the cultural heart of the United States, ranks third with a 22.03% rise in curiosity. <\/p>\n With 7.13 million travel searches fuelling its appeal, the city welcomed 62.2 million visitors last year, indicating a continued surge in demand. <\/p>\n Such popularity is expected to correspond with increased prices for accommodation and attractions.<\/p>\n TIP:<\/strong> Don’t walk like a tourist.<\/p>\n Osaka in Japan as well and Paris, France follow closely behind. <\/p>\n Osaka is poised for a 21.46% growth, reflecting an upward trend in online searches that jumped to nearly 1.96 million in 2024. The city saw 15.6 million visitors previously. <\/p>\n It is known for its delicious street food, the famous Osaka Castle and for thrilling Universal Studios Japan, which attracts tourists from all over Asia.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Paris, the romance capital of the world, is not far behind with a projected 20.34% growth, drawing on its perennial charm which attracted 30 million tourists last year.<\/p>\n Other cities making the list include:<\/p>\n Berlin, Seoul and London report solid interest growth and visitor numbers. <\/p>\n London, in particular, remains the most visited city in Europe, underscoring its continued allure to global travellers.<\/p>\n DIPNDIVE warns that higher prices for accommodations, flights and activities can catch travellers off guard, \u201cso planning ahead and booking early can make a big difference\u201d. <\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s also a good idea to consider travelling during less busy times or exploring nearby areas to stretch your budget while still having a memorable trip.\u201d<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you\u2019re planning a trip overseas, be prepared to spend more when visiting several global cities this year. Travel trends for 2025 pinpoint a significant rise in interest in cities such as Rome, Tokyo and New York City among others, according to a recent study by DIPNDIVE. The findings, which focus on search volumes related […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-228467","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","category-travel"],"yoast_head":"\n\n