As if to corroborate the well-established reputation of globetrotters, Quebecers do not plan to deprive themselves of travel in 2025, according to a recent CAA-Quebec survey published Wednesday.
According to the survey, some 44% of Quebecers plan to take at least one trip outside the province during the next year, while almost a quarter even intend to escape twice rather than once.
The American destination is still popular among Quebecers, 39% of whom wish to go there, followed by Mexico and the Caribbean, considered popular destinations for 36% of respondents, almost as many as those who choose Europe (35%). ).
Here are the popular travel destinations in 2025:
- United States: 39%
- Mexico or Caribbean: 36%
- Europe: 35 %
- Canada outside Quebec: 30%
- New England: 16%
- South Atlantic: 13%
- France: 12 %
- Ontario: 11 %↓
- Mexico: 10%
- Dominican Republic: 10%
- Mid-Atlantic: 9%
- Italy: 9%
- Atlantic provinces: 9%
- Cuba: 8 %
- Spain: 7%
- Portugal: 5 %
- Western Canada: 5%↓
Here are the main activities of travelers
- Go to the beach: 44%↓
- Discovery of history and culture: 38%↓
- Rest, do nothing: 34%↓
- Discovery of local gastronomy: 31%↓
- Urban discovery: 31%
- Experience culture like the locals: 28%
- Doing summer sports activities: 17%↓
- Attend one or more cultural events: 17%↓
- Magazines : 15%↓
- Visiting relatives or friends: 15%
- Doing wellness tourism: 8%↓
Inflation
Having become a major trend, responsible tourism guides the choices of Quebec travelers, 61% of whom (67% among those aged 55 and over) say they favor options that take into account economic, social and environmental impacts.
A sign that the consequences of inflation are beginning to fade, the number of people who say they do not intend to travel outside Quebec for budgetary reasons is down 4 points (34% in 2024 by compared to 38% in 2023).
As proof, the number of Quebecers for whom inflation impacts their travel budget has decreased by 6% compared to last year, totaling 65%, while the average budget per vacationer is up $324 compared to 2023, to settle at $2,646, according to the organization.
“Unsurprisingly, we see that Quebecers are curious and fond of living new experiences,” said Philippe Blain, vice-president of travel at CAA-Quebec, in a press release.
“We also know that security, climate and social concerns, technological change and economic imperatives pose major challenges for travelers,” explained Mr. Blain.
