Five travel trend predictions for 2021

The verdict is in and our travel habits have officially been changed for, what could be a very long time. Lucky for us, Aotearoa has a plethora of destinations worth visiting to keep us busy for the global shut-out. Inspired by the latest travel predictions around trip types from Booking.com, findings of travel predictions, we put together Remix’s faves from across the land of the long white cloud to add to your 2021 bucket list...

Solace in Solo

Kiwis are saying they want to travel more in 2021 to make up for travel time lost in 2020, and this mentality is no doubt encouraging nomads to plan a solo trip of a lifetime! Mangawhai Chalets is the place to tick off first! A little over an hour north of Auckland is a great spot for self-reflection in a beautiful private garden...

Relaxury 

Ready to explore the wonders of the great South Island? Wanaka Haven offers the best of both worlds, expect to experience luxury and nature’s touch all from your room.

Breakaway Bubbles

The lack of time spent with friends and family means there’s room for improvement in 2021. To start making it up to loved ones living afar, meet at the Wine Country Motel in Havelock North - this beautiful location provides a getaway with activities for all ages! 

Weekend Wonders

Beach fiends pay attention. A quick trip to a palm-lined garden with views across Mercury Bay makes Whitianga’s Beachfront Resort the perfect spot for a weekend paradise-escape...

For the Foodies

While international travel may be off the menu, local travel with a focus on cuisine is the new way of exploring the world. Head over to Bay of Many Coves for a wondrous fine dining experience - featuring locally-sourced and sustainable produce that chefs gather from the surrounding sea and land...

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