Airbnb reveals winter travel trends: Travelers are focusing on natural destinations and easily accessible cities. Prachuap Khiri Khan, Australia, Chile, Germany, Costa Rica, Brazil, and Colombia are top trending destinations for travelers worldwide.

Airbnb executives revealed that this trend reflects the demand from travelers seeking experiences that combine the beauty of nature with simplicity and tranquility. Prachuap Khiri Khan stands out with its calm and beautiful beaches, friendly people, abundant natural resources, and outdoor activities catering to all lifestyles, whether it's hiking in national parks, snorkeling, or relaxing by the sea in a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere.

Globally, the "Gateway Travel" trend, where staying in a city with easy access to nature, is gaining popularity. Top winter destinations this year include Australia's Capital Region. (Australia), the Metropolitan Region of Santiago (Chile), Goslar (Germany), Prachuap Khiri Khan (Thailand), San Jos? (Costa Rica), the state of Goi?s (Brazil), and C?rdoba (Colombia), with Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand, making a prominent in this list.

Italy has become the most sought-after destination this winter, particularly in the region hosting the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, such as the regions of Trentino-South Tyrol, Lombardy, and Veneto. Lombardy stands out with a year-on-year search growth of over 100%?, with travelers from Germany, Canada, Italy, Switzerland, and the United States? showing the most interest in traveling to Italy during the Olympics.

For travelers starting to plan their end-of-year trips, Airbnb points out that this winter holiday season offers a wide range of unique accommodations. This includes seasonal experiences from Airbnb Originals, which will help make your experience even more special.

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