So this is January, huh?
While we’re just trying to get through it, we’ve got some fun things to look forward to. Here’s this week’s newsletter to warm your cold, weary soul.
The pre-check
With airlines extending travel credit expirations, certain travel brands accepting cryptocurrency, and more, here is what’s happening in the world of travel this week.
- Who’s pushing out their deadlines.
Delta Air Lines. Now, you’ll have until 2023 to use airline credits accrued during the pandemic.
- Speaking of flight things…
Did you hear? Southwest Airlines recently teamed up with KAYAK For Business to provide discounts, rewards points and more for business bookings. - Do you take Crypto?
While not new, travelers can expect that in 2022, we may see more and more travel brands adopt cryptocurrency as payment.
- That’s not my name.
The country of Turkey is now spelled Türkiye, a move that was made to “express the culture, civilization and values of the nation in the best way.”
- Did someone say free?
Sure did. US residents are eligible to order up to 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests, which could be good to order ahead of time for upcoming trips.
In our queue
Have you seen our latest videos on your YouTube feed? This week, we’re taking a moment to humblebrag about two of our latest ads.
On a screen near you.
We all know at least one. The person who “does their own research.” Who insists it isn’t “real.” Yup, we have a KAYAK Denier in our lives – and our latest ads help you figure out what to do about it. Learn more about what inspired us – and check out the ads below.
Not sure who “they” is…we would never lie to you about great deals.
Great fares on flights, stays and cars? Consider us “believers.”
Trending travel: Work From Wherever
ICYMI: We launched our Work From Wherever Guide last week to help remote workers find destinations that balance both work and play while traveling.
The best of the best: Our top 10 remote work destinations
When it comes to deciding where in the world to work remotely, you’ve got options. To make this decision easier, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 trending WFW destinations*. Here’s a glimpse at which locations you may want to consider working from:
- Lisbon, Portugal
Ranked #1, Lisbon won the top spot because it was up 110% in search interest from 2019*. Work from Portugal to enjoy incredible seafood, meat and wine while overlooking the scenic Atlantic coast. - San José, Costa Rica
San José is our #2 city because it was up 47% in search interest from 2019*. Work from Costa Rica if you’re seeking laid-back vibes, affordable prices and endless beach or jungle adventures. - São Paulo, Brazil
Affordable and friendly? Sign us up. São Paul is our #3 destination because it was up 44% in search interest from 2019*. Work from Brazil if you want to experience Carnaval first-hand and venture through its lush rainforests and golden beaches. - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires is passionate, social and has no shortage of intrigue, so it’s no wonder that is landed at our #4 spot – not to mention that it was up 40% in search interest from 2019*. Work from Argentina if you love to dance and are looking for a place that keeps up with your chaotic creativity. - Dublin, Ireland
There’s a reason why people love Dublin so much and why it was up 21% in search interest from 2019*, earning the #5 spot on our list. Work from Ireland if looking for exploring castles, lively pubs, and all-around good energy.
Curious which other destinations made the cut? Check out the full list and while you’re there, be sure to enter for the Roam Remotely Sweepstakes** – it’s a grand prize you won’t want to miss.
Social shoutouts
Shoutout to @sawpex for this thought about our Price Freeze tool. If you think about it, setting a Price Freeze is like playing freeze tag with your future travel plans. Tag, you’re it.
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*Methodology: Unless otherwise stated, search dates 11/20/2020 – 11/19/2021 were used for travel dates 1/1/22 – 6/30/22. For comparative purposes, search dates 11/20/2018-11/19/2019 were used. All searches were conducted on the KAYAK US site with a US origin. To determine trending destinations for remote work, KAYAK sourced destinations with the greatest year over two year increase in searches for flights three weeks or longer, excluding outliers based on a certain criteria such as travel restrictions and security concerns.
**No purchase necessary. Start date: 01/04/22 at 12:00 PM (EST); End Date: 02/04/22 at 11:59 AM (EST). Eligibility: 18 years or older and US Resident residing in the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia. See official rules here.
All entrants should check and consult with their respective employer(s) regarding any immigration, tax, and other legal considerations when considering whether to work remotely from another destination outside of their respective state in which their residential domicile is located. We will collect your personal information for the sole purposes of administering this campaign. Your information will be deleted upon campaign completion.
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