Lonely Planet and the International Air Transport Association are celebrating the 100th anniversary of commercial air travel by revealing Lonely Planet’s top 10 predictions for the future of world travel, compiled by Lonely Planet’s team of travel experts.
Top of Lonely Planet’s list is that travel will soon become fully integrated into our lives rather than a special event. Data from the Air Transport Action Group forecasts that 6,6bn passengers will fly annually worldwide by 2032, growing at an average of 4,4%  year from 2014. The increasing volume of commercial flights has brought a large shift in travellers’ mind-sets and Lonely Planet argues the concept of travel as a rare treat is disappearing, replaced by travel as a lifestyle choice. 
Lonely Planet also predicts that green travel is also on the rise as a new generation of travellers build sustainability into every step of their journeys. Around 70% of travellers expect companies to demonstrate commitment to preserving the natural environment, prompting a boom in ecotourism and volunteering abroad. The aviation industry, in particular, has set its own objectives for carbon-neutral growth and cutting CO2 emissions by half.
Sourcing online reviews remains second nature for travellers, but a hunger for secret coves and local secrets is encouraging them to embrace face-to-face or local recommendations. Lonely Planet experts suggest online reviews will remain part of a traveller’s toolkit, but a local recommendation has never been more highly considered. 
The pressures of modern life are also recognised, as Lonely Planet suggests we can expect an increase in ‘unplugged travel’, with no emails or mobile signal. 
Lonely Planet’s predictions also say the future looks bright for economy flights as airlines continue to compete and upgrade. They suggest that economy-class could receive lie-flat seats or high-quality food. 
Technology is also going to play an increasingly significant role, with more airlines offering paperless travel and integrated smartphone apps for planning and tracking travels. 
Airports are also due for an overhaul, with airport spas, art galleries, green areas and even cinemas now a common sight at most departure lounges, Lonely Planet suggests we can expect bigger and bolder leisure activities soon.
Other future travel predictions include the rise of experience hotels and event travel, as travellers explore the globe in search of memorable experiences and once-in-a-lifetime sights.

Tom Hall, Lonely Planet’s editorial director, said: "Travel has changed dramatically since the first commercial flight 100 years ago, and the next 100 years has endless possibilities. At Lonely Planet, we’re constantly monitoring trends and developments in travel as we seek to find emerging destinations, hot topics and what is really getting travellers excited. This selection highlights some of the big trends that we predict for the next few years."
See all top 10 travel trends of the future, here.