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New York Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Gen Z's ‘townsizing' is drastically shaking up travel trends — these are the most popular ‘quaint' US towns
As Americans begin to embark on their summer vacations, a new travel trend has people seeking 'quaint' destinations. Priceline released its annual travel trends report for 2025 — and one trend, 'townsizing,' is giving some under-the-radar destinations the limelight. Advertisement 'Americans are seeking simplicity and will travel to find it,' the press release notes. People are opting 'for quaint, comfy respites in America's small towns.' 'The trend toward small towns offers different benefits for different generations,' it adds. 'While boomers are most likely to feel that small towns are more relaxing, Gen Z is 'townsizing' as a way to indulge in the charming, quaint moments depicted in their most comforting movies.' Gen Z is 89% more likely than average travelers to seek out a vacation that offers a 'Nancy Meyers lifestyle,' according to the report. Advertisement 4 Gen Z is 89% more likely than average travelers to seek out a vacation that offers a 'Nancy Meyers lifestyle,' according to a report depicting travel trends. Fokke Baarssen – Destinations such as Old Saybrook, Connecticut; North Wildwood, New Jersey; and Cape Cod in Massachusetts are examples of quieter towns that encompass the coastal movie charm in many of Meyers' movies. The report adds that 67% of Gen Z are 'more likely to see a vacation as an opportunity to live out their small-town fantasies.' 'These types of trips are for people who want to sit back, relax and take their time exploring the local shops and restaurants of a quiet area – away from the hustle and bustle of a big city,' Adam Duckworth, president and founder of Travelmation, told Fox News Digital. Advertisement 4 'These types of trips are for people who want to sit back, relax and take their time exploring the local shops and restaurants of a quiet area,' Adam Duckworth, president and founder of Travelmation, said. Mark Lotterhand – 4 The report says 67% of Gen Z are 'more likely to see a vacation as an opportunity to live out their small-town fantasies.' Anela R/ – Indiana-based travel adviser at Travelmation, Amy Thomasson, told Fox News Digital she is seeing the trend spark near her home. 'The New Baden/French Lick area is a perfect example of townsizing,' said Thomasson. Advertisement 'These travelers are less interested in ticking off the boxes of what everyone says they should do on vacation and instead turning to more experiential trips where they can make memories in a new and exciting location,' she added. 4 Old Saybrook, Connecticut is a quieter town that encompasses the coastal movie charm in many of Nancy Meyers' movies. Gregory – Thomasson says she's noticed the trend become very popular with more clients seeking easy weekend getaways. 'They are looking for a place they can easily drive to that has good hotel options and fun things to do. They want to go off the beaten path but not be inconvenienced,' she said. Thomasson says the trend also allows travelers to save money and avoid the hassles of flying — giving people a more relaxed pace for their vacation.
USA Today
16-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Adrien Thomasson vs. Strasbourg – Player props & odds to score a goal on February 16
Adrien Thomasson vs. Strasbourg – Player props & odds to score a goal on February 16 [gambcom-standard rankid="4130" ] Is Adrien Thomasson a strong bet to score for RC Lens when they play Strasbourg at 11:15 AM ET on Sunday, February 16? Below, we provide anytime goalscorer odds, along with all of the updated stats and trends. RC Lens was defeated in its last game 2-0 against OGC Nice away from home on February 8. Nice outshot RC Lens by a margin of 15 to 10. Want to watch Adrien Thomasson take on Strasbourg? RC Lens vs. Strasbourg is streaming live on Fubo! Adrien Thomasson's Odds to Score a Goal vs. Strasbourg Odds to score a goal next game: +360 Soccer player prop odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 12:41 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. [gambcom-standard rankid="4142" ] Adrien Thomasson's 2024-25 Stats This season, he has found the back of the net in two matches (out of 21 played). Comparing Thomasson's expected goals total (0.9) to his actual total (two), you see an overperformance of 1.1. When it comes to assists, he has recorded at least one in two matches (out of 21 played) this season. So far in the 2024-25 season, he has taken 15 shots, averaging 0.7 per game. RC Lens vs. Strasbourg Scoring Insights With 25 goals in 21 games, RC Lens is 12th in Ligue 1. On the other side, Strasbourg has conceded 32 goals in 21 matches, 11th in the league. Strasbourg has scored 35 goals in 21 games this season (sixth in Ligue 1), and RC Lens has conceded 20 goals in 21 games (first in league). RC Lens is seventh in Ligue 1 in goal differential at +5. With 35 goals scored and 32 conceded, Strasbourg is eighth in Ligue 1 in goal differential. RC Lens vs. Strasbourg Match Info Matchup: RC Lens vs. Strasbourg RC Lens vs. Strasbourg Time: 11:15 AM ET 11:15 AM ET Date: February 16, 2025 February 16, 2025 Venue: Stade Bollaert-Delelis Stade Bollaert-Delelis Live stream: Watch this game on Fubo Watch RC Lens vs. Strasbourg on Fubo More Player Props: [gambcom-standard rankid="4338" ]
