Vitamin T is latest vacation trend for travelers seeking longer, healthier lives

A new report from Kayak.com is revealing the predicted travel trends that could dominate the next five years.One standout from the booking platform’s “What the Future Report” is “Vitamin T” — the “T” stands for travel — a concept that represents people vacationing for wellness experiences in hopes of extending their lifespans.“By 2030, ‘Vitamin T’ won’t just be a trend, it’ll be a necessity.We are not just booking vacations anymore, we’re investing in our well-being.
Forget anti-aging creams — your next trip… could be the most age-defying treatment available,” Kayla Inserra DeLoache, Kayak’s consumer travel trends expert, told Fox News Digital.“Travel is evolving from a luxury to a vital health intervention, and those who embrace it may live longer healthier lives.”Kayak’s data shows travelers prioritize wellness when selecting accommodations, with pools, hot tubs, and spas all ranking in the top 10 most popular amenities worldwide.As wellness-focused tourism continues to grow, there are more destinations located in the U.S.that are aimed at travelers who are seeking rejuvenation.Kayak recommends the following domestic destinations.Sedona, Arizona, boasts a healthy-living retreat, complete with opportunities for spiritual workshops, wellness resorts, and engaging with nature as you hike your way through its signature Red Rocks.Nestled between Coconino and Yavapai counties, visitors can also partake in drum circles and healing energy sessions. Those who trek to Ojai, California, located in a valley amidst the Topatopa Mountains about 100 miles northwest of Los Angeles, are likely to find many ways to enjoy Mother Nature. Scope out (and soak in) the hot springs, forest bathe, or hike in Los Padres National Forest. Or, engage in some holistic healing treatments at any of the area’s many spas. In Ojai, you’ll also find yoga studios, apothecaries, and healthy dining venues. Big Sur, California, provides im...