These are the top destinations Aussies are travelling to this winter
It seems Australia has passed the peak of its Euro Summer obsession, with many opting to explore Asia this winter instead, according to new Webjet data.
Despite Euro Summer blowing up socials again – with 4 million views in the last week on TikTok – fewer Aussies are taking the plunge, with bookings down 18 per cent from 2023.
Instead, Australians are turning their attention to closer to home, with bookings to Asian destinations up by 22 per cent in the same period.
Asia now accounts for one in every five (19 per cent) flights booked this winter.
These are the top 10 spots we're heading to.
10. Istanbul, Turkey
There has been an 18 per cent decrease in demand for flights to all European destinations booked for travel between June 2024 and August 2024 compared to flights booked for the same period in 2023.
The only Europe-adjacent destination to make the overall top ten was Istanbul in Turkey, which straddles both Europe and Asia.
8. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Wandering the streets of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia can mean dipping in and out of an urban present into an ancient past. It's at number eight on the list.
5. Phuket, Thailand
Escaping the cold is still important for many Aussies with Phuket in Thailand at number five. Being a big Island, Phuket is surrounded by many magnificent Beaches such as Rawai, Patong, and Karon.
4. Bangkok, Thailand
For those who prefer the hustle and bustle of the city, Thailand's capital Bangkok is preferred with the hot spot in at number four.
3. Tokyo, Japan
One of the most popular travel spots in 2024 so far is Japan, so it make sense Tokyo remains in the top three throughout the colder months of the year for Aussies.
2. Singapore, Singapore
From food to architecture, Singapore celebrates its melting pot of cultures, giving it a spark that makes it one of Asia's top destinations and the second most popular among Aussies right now.
1. Bali, Indonesia
In number one is Bali, still the most popular spot among Aussies looking to follow the sun while not spending a huge amount of money.
