Now trending in travel: "Coolcations"

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In the ever-evolving landscape of travel trends, a curious phenomenon is on the rise: "coolcations." As temperatures soar to unprecedented levels, vacationers are seeking refuge in colder climates, turning their gaze towards destinations typically associated with chillier temperatures, such as the Arctic region. This emerging trend, characterized by its wince-inducing moniker, has the potential to reshape not only the travel and resort industries but also real estate investments, as climate change reshapes the preferences of leisure seekers.

 

Condé Nast Traveler, a leading authority in the travel sphere, has identified coolcationing as one of the "biggest travel trends to expect in 2024." The allure of summer vacations in places like Norway, Iceland, Finland, and Scotland is on the rise, with travelers increasingly drawn to these temperate destinations to escape the sweltering heatwaves that have become all too common in traditional summer hotspots like Sicily and southern France.

 

According to Misty Belles, a spokesperson for the Virtuoso travel network, the effects of climate change have become increasingly pronounced in the travel industry. Traditionally popular travel months like June, July, and August, once synonymous with sunny skies, are now overshadowed by concerns about soaring temperatures. As a result, travelers are expanding their horizons, venturing further afield to avoid extreme weather events such as wildfires and heatwaves.

 

The numbers speak volumes: British travel company Iglu Cruise reported a staggering 235% increase in demand for Arctic destinations in 2023 compared to the previous year. This surge in interest mirrors the "Frozen effect," a term coined by the travel industry to describe the surge in travel to Norway, the inspiration behind the Disney blockbuster. Moreover, the allure of witnessing natural wonders like the Northern Lights has only added to the appeal of cooler climates.

 

However, the rise of coolcationing is not without its challenges. Increased shipping and tourist boat traffic in the Arctic pose significant environmental risks, threatening delicate ecosystems and wildlife habitats. Despite these concerns, companies offering polar cruises are proliferating, offering Champagne-soaked expeditions to remote locales like Svalbard and Canada's Baffin Island.

 

As the coolcation trend gains momentum, social media platforms are abuzz with promotional posts and travel agencies offering bespoke experiences in colder climates. Luxury travel and real estate ventures are also taking note, with investors and travelers alike eyeing high-end properties in cold-weather markets.

 

While coolcationing may be gaining traction, traditional travel destinations like Paris, Dubai, and Tokyo still hold sway. Yet, as climate change reshapes our world, the allure of cooler climates and the escapism they offer are becoming increasingly irresistible. With home-swapping, frontier tourism, and skip-gen travel also on the horizon, the future of travel promises to be as diverse and dynamic as the world itself.

 

06.03.24

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[Tug]

We want to see it before it’s gone…

[JonnyF]

Climate alarmism thinly disguised as travel news.

 

If they keep repeating it, they think people will start believing it. 

 

 

[Chomper Higgot]

10 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Climate alarmism thinly disguised as travel news.

 

If they keep repeating it, they think people will start believing it. 

 

 

Because climate change is nothing to be alarmed about over?

 

Or because you have the goods on the grand conspiracy being conducted by ‘They’?

 

 

Edited March 6 by Chomper Higgot

[JonnyF]

4 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Because climate change is nothing to be alarmed about over?

 

Or because you have the goods on the grand conspiracy being conducted by ‘They’?

 

 

 

Because the climate has always changed, and always will.

 

Because humans will adapt.

 

Because climate related deaths are at an all time low.

 

Because nobody believes the Doomsday cultists.

 

Because global warming is an attempt to push global socialism. 

[Chomper Higgot]

1 minute ago, JonnyF said:

 

Because the climate has always changed, and always will.

 

Because humans will adapt.

 

Because climate related deaths are at an all time low.

 

Because nobody believes the Doomsday cultists.

 

Because global warming is an attempt to push global socialism. 

 

Socialists are warming up the planet now to take control…

[Skipalongcassidy]

2 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

Because the climate has always changed, and always will.

 

Because humans will adapt.

 

Because climate related deaths are at an all time low.

 

Because nobody believes the Doomsday cultists.

 

Because global warming is an attempt to push global socialism. 

CLS... Chicken Little Syndrome

[JonnyF]

1 minute ago, Chomper Higgot said:

 

Socialists are warming up the planet now to take control…

 

Actually they are busy trying to extract more tax from the population and enacting legislation for more state control under the guise of "saving the planet". 

 

But you already knew that. 

[JonnyF]

3 minutes ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

CLS... Chicken Little Syndrome

 

I prefer to call them Doomsday Cultists but Chicken Little's would also fit the bill (at least for the turkeys who actually believe the alarmism). 

[Chomper Higgot]

58 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

Actually they are busy trying to extract more tax from the population and enacting legislation for more state control under the guise of "saving the planet". 

 

But you already knew that. 

We should have a thread on high taxes and laws to surveil and control populations, it would be an interesting debate.

[JonnyF]

1 minute ago, Chomper Higgot said:

We should have a thread on high taxes and laws to surveil and control populations, it would be an interesting debate.

 

You're in it. 

[James105]

Well if this keeps the climate catastrophizing crazies away from sunny places like Thailand then this is a good news story.

 

"However, the rise of coolcationing is not without its challenges. Increased shipping and tourist boat traffic in the Arctic pose significant environmental risks, threatening delicate ecosystems and wildlife habitats."

 

Let's not pretend that the environmental cost of getting to these places and then threatening the delicate ecosystems and wildlife habitats is of even minor concern to these people in comparison to the opportunity to signal how virtuous they have been to their blue haired soy latte drinking friends when they get back from their "coolcation".