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As the travel & tourism industry continues on its recovery path, outbound trips from the Netherlands are increasing, with people eager to resume and reboot their travel plans. According to GlobalData, this pent-up demand, coupled with increased confidence around COVID-19 protocols, is helping to drive the recovery of the Netherlands’s outbound travel sector. GlobalData provides a complete picture of the outbound destinations from the Netherlands in its Travel & Tourism in the Netherlands report. Buy the report here.

In 2022, international departures from the Netherlands grew by 86%.

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Outbound travel from the Netherlands is not dominated by any single destination, but intraregional travel is a noticeable trend. In the case of the Netherlands, ten of the ten most popular destinations are located in Europe.

However, even when focusing only on the top ten, flows to different destinations vary. Understanding the relative size of these and identifying high-potential destinations outside of this list is key to identifying promising growth markets for the Netherlands as a source market and for destinations to understand current preferences among Dutch travelers so they can better target them.

According to GlobalData’s report, Travel & Tourism in the Netherlands, the most popular destinations for the country’s travelers include Germany, France, Spain, Austria and Belgium among others.

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82% of Dutch popualtion goes on a holiday

Figures of outbound travel from The Netherlands have never been higher in history before. That is what the annual trends and expectations presentation of Dutch NBTC-NIPO Research at the Dutch Travel exhibition Vakantiebeurs reveals.

36.7 million holidays taken in 2017

The annual Dutch holiday fair, the ‘Vakantiebeurs’ is the traditional kick-off of the travel season and starts with a presentation on tourism statistics from The Netherlands. In 2017 the number of holidays grew by 3% to a total of 36.7 million of which 19,1 million outside Holland. Due to economic prosperity the number of holidays taken by the Dutch grew significantly. 13 million Dutch (82% of the population) have travelled at least once in the last year. A growth of nearly 250.000 compared to 2016. Quite remarknale, the largets growth in percentage (+18%) was for intercontinental holidays.

Destinations

Germany remains the number one holiday destination for the Dutch with 3.5 million holidays (-2%), followed by France (+7%) and Spain (+9%). While Greece saw a lot of holidaymakers return (+40%), Turkey doesn’t make the Top 10 for the first time in many years due to political disruptions and terrorism (threats)(-40%). The most popular domestic destination was the Veluwe, surpassing the North Sea beach resorts for the first time.

The average Dutch tourist takes 2.82 holidays a year which is the highest number in five years. If we split it between short (2-7 days) and long (8+ days) holidays, we see that short trips (i.e. city trips, family weekends etc.) grew significantly in the last year (+11%) while holidays of 8 days and longer grew by 5%.

Holiday expenditure

In 2017 the Dutch spent € 16.8 billion on holidays (+8%). € 3 billion was spent on domestic holidays, € 13.8 billion on outbound travel. The increase in spending is fully related to the increase of outbound holidays.

Expectations for 2018 and trends

NBTC-NIPO Research is positive about tourism figures for 2018. The fast growing economy is likely to result in an increase in travel. Although the increase might be slowed due to geo-political tensions and (fear of) terrorism. This results in Dutch tourits visiting more ‘safe’ countries.

Trends to notice are:

• More short trips
• DIY-holidays continuously popular
• Seniors (55+) a strong growing target audience
• More luxury travel
• More intercontinental travel
• Family & Friends, own experience and online travel inspiration are the most important sources of inspiration

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A compilation of data on outbound tourism by country, including data on international tourism expenditure and outbound trips.

COUNTRY PROFILE – OUTBOUND TOURISM

In order to better understand outbound tourism, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has launched a dashboard on country profiles with data on outbound tourism .

The dashboard includes data on:

• International tourism expenditure
• International tourist departures
• Comparison of source markets
• Ranking of indicators on outbound tourism

Tourism value added recovered slightly in 2021

As the value added of the tourism sector in 2021 grew more rapidly than the Dutch economy as a whole, the share of tourism in the Dutch economy rose slightly, from 2.3 to 2.5 percent. This share was still 4.4 percent in 2019. Nevertheless, the value added did not increase in all tourism-related sectors. Especially the tourism-oriented parts of accommodation and food services, aviation, travel agencies and travel services showed a sharp recovery last year. In the art and culture sector, however, value added dropped even further than in 2020, the first pandemic year.

Mainly domestic tourism

In 2021, domestic and foreign tourists combined spent 5.7 billion euros more than in 2020, but still 31.9 billion euros less compared to 2019. The partial recovery mainly came from domestic tourism, which includes both domestic spending by Dutch tourists and trips abroad booked by Dutch tourists with Dutch travel companies. Inbound foreign tourism also yielded more revenue.

The recovery of the tourism sector went hand in hand with the relaxation of the coronavirus measures. In the first few months of 2021 a strict lockdown was still in place, but the various measures against the spread of COVID-19 were relaxed in the course of the year.

In 2020, tourist expenditure (adjusted for price changes) fell by 42.2 percent relative to 2019, which eliminated the growth of the preceding ten years within a short period of time. Despite partial recovery (6.0 percent), in 2021 tourist expenditure was still below the level of 2010, even after adjustment for price changes.

17.8 billion euros from inbound tourism

In 2021, spending by foreign incoming tourists amounted to 17.8 billion euros. This spending concerns not only foreign visitors but also foreign tourists booking trips outside the Netherlands using Dutch providers. Despite an increase of 2.1 billion euros relative to 2020, in 2021 these revenues were still far below pre-COVID level. In 2019, foreign tourist spending within the Dutch economy still amounted to 34.7 billion euros, nearly twice as much as in 2021. The share held by foreign tourists amounted to 29.6 percent in 2020 and 30.2 percent in 2021. In the period 2010 to 2019 inclusive, this share had risen from 25.0 to 38.2 percent.

Dutch tourist expenditure abroad slightly recovered

In 2021, just as in 2020, there was significantly less travel abroad by Dutch tourists compared to the pre-pandemic years. Various measures were in place which restricted travel abroad in both years. Spending by Dutch tourists outside the Dutch economy amounted to 7.5 billion euros in 2021. Adjusted for price changes, this is 60.4 percent below the level of 2019.

Tourism employment further down

Whereas value added and expenditure picked up again after the steep decline in the first pandemic year, tourism employment continued to decline in 2021. The labour volume in the tourism sector decreased by 4.3 percent. This was mainly seen in accommodation and food services, aviation, travel agencies and travel services. Thanks to government support measures, employment fell much less substantially than tourism expenditure and value added. A part of the staff who kept on thanks to wage support in 2020 possibly still left in 2021, reducing tourism employment further.

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Published: July 14, 2023 Report Code: GDTT-SMI23-10-ST

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Netherlands source tourism market report overview.

The Netherlands source tourism market witnessed 27.25 million outbound trips and 34.20 million inbound trips in 2022. The Netherlands tourism sector witnessed a significant recovery post the pandemic, with domestic tourist expenditure. However, this figure is still 5.9% lower than the pre-pandemic levels seen in 2019. Additionally, a recovery in international tourism is expected to positively contribute to Netherlands’ economic growth in 2023.

The Netherlands source tourism market research report provides an in-depth analysis of source markets and infrastructure developments. The report also offers a comprehensive understanding of the Netherlands’ source tourism market dynamics through opportunities and challenges analysis. Furthermore, a detailed evaluation of the types of travelers will help in understanding the propensity of the demand side.

Netherlands Source Tourism Market Dynamics

In 2022, the Netherlands tourism sector experienced a substantial recovery, with domestic tourist expenditure. This resurgence was fueled by eased restrictions, increased vaccination rates, and pent-up demand for travel. The overall government budget was balanced in 2022. This was mostly caused by increased income tax receipts, the Dutch gas fields, and a sharp decline in COVID-19-related spending.

Domestic leisure trips continue to grow in popularity. In 2022, out of the total trips leisure segment trips secured the highest share. Domestic leisure trips exceeded pre-pandemic levels in 2021. VFR closely follows leisure for domestic travel purposes. The operator of tourist establishments such as hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts, holiday parks, camping grounds, or marinas in the Netherlands shall be obliged to pay a local tax on accommodation for visitors from another municipality. This can pass on the tourist tax to guests. This will also levy taxes on tourists, which is an obstacle to domestic tourism.

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Netherlands Source Tourism Market Segments

The key segments in the Netherlands source tourism market are domestic tourism and outbound tourism. Domestic tourism was the leading segment in the Netherlands source tourism market in 2022.

Domestic Tourism: Leisure continues to be the most popular purpose of visit in domestic tourism. Although all travel restrictions have been lifted post the pandemic, people are keener on road trips. The rising demand for self-drive travel is boosted and facilitated by the Netherlands’ extensive and well-kept system of roads. In the Netherlands, the food service sector has continually commanded the greatest portion of domestic travel expenditure. Domestic food expenditure reached pre-pandemic levels in 2021. Before the pandemic food expenditure was growing rapidly due to an increase in domestic tourists. According to the World Economic Forum’s 2021 Tourism Competitiveness Report, the Netherlands ranked 23 rd out of 117 countries in terms of health and hygiene, which is one of the key drivers to attracting Dutch travelers.

Outbound Tourism :  GlobalData expects international departures to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2023. The international borders were opened for travelers after easing out of the pandemic-induced restrictions which allowed Netherlands travelers to travel across the world. According to the VisaGuide Passport Index as of June 2023, the Dutch passport is ranked 11th in the world. As a result, Dutch nationals can visit 160 nations without a visa. Additionally, Netherlands travelers can enter 52 countries without a passport showing only an ID card .

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Netherlands Source Tourism Market Segmentation by Holiday Types

The types of holidays preferred by tourists from the Netherlands are sun and beach holidays, visiting friends or family, cultural holidays, adventure/sports holidays, city break holidays, gastronomical holidays, eco holidays, multi-stop trip holidays, wellness/medical holidays, wedding related holidays, cruise holidays, religious holidays, and LGBTQIA+ holidays, others. The most popular holiday choice for Dutch travelers is the sun and beach.

Dutch travelers continue to travel in search of sun and beach destinations, to both domestic and outbound destinations. While there are not many beaches in the Netherlands, in 2022, more than 55% of trips taken by Dutch residents were to domestic destinations, as there are many domestic beaches to cater to sun and beach holidays.

Netherlands Source Tourism Market Analysis by Holiday Types, 2022 (%)

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Segments Covered in the Report

Netherlands Source Tourism Market Segments Outlook

• Domestic Tourism
• Outbound Tourism

Netherlands Source Tourism Market Holiday Types

• Sun and beach
• Visiting friends or family
• Adventure/sport
• Gastronomical
• Multi-stop trip
• Wellness/medical
• Wedding Related

This report is part of GlobalData’s Source Market Insights Series. This report provides an in-depth analysis of traveler flows, spending patterns, main destination markets, as well as current and future opportunities for tourism businesses seeking to tap into the outbound travel market.

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This report provides a clear insight into developments in Netherlands’s regional and outbound tourism markets. The report uses data and analysis to discuss future trends related to domestic trips, international departures, traveler spending, and main destination markets.

• 1.1. Country Snapshot 2022
• 1.2. At a glance: Netherlands’s tourism market in 2022
• 1.4. Main Findings
• 2.1. What types of holidays do Netherlands travelers take?
• 2.2. Insight into the Netherlands traveler
• 2.3. How has COVID-19 affected Netherlands travelers’ appetite for travel?
• 3.1. Domestic Flows
• 3.2. Domestic Spending
• 3.3. Domestic Destinations
• 4.1. Outbound Flows
• 4.2. Outbound Spending
• 5.1. Where did Netherlands tourists travel to in 2022?
• 5.2. Main Destination Markets
• 5.3. Developing Destination Markets
• 6.1. Opportunities
• 6.2. Challenges
• 7. Appendix

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Domestic tourism is the leading segment in the Netherlands source tourism market.

In 2022, out of the total trips leisure segment secured the highest share.

Sun and beach holiday is the leading type of holiday in the Netherlands source tourism market.

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16 Countries That Travel The Most (And Their Top Destinations)

A s more people become more interested in places different from their countries of birth, there has been an increase in international travel. Whether it’s for work, school, adventures, or other reasons, there are certain countries around the world that travel the most. This is an interesting thing to study, especially since most people traveling from one place are usually headed for the same destination. This piece aims to inspire travelers by revealing the top countries that travel the most according to the latest outbound travel report by Research and Markets and also reveal the destinations they mostly travel to.

UPDATE: 2023/07/10 20:42 EST BY REENA JAIN

Countries That Travel The Most (And Their Top Destinations)

As mentioned in the UNWTO study, the first half of 2023 saw a revival in international travel, and the same pattern is anticipated for the months ahead. Two more countries that travel the most and spend the most on international tourism have been added to the list to reflect current trends.

The happiest country in the world , Finland, also deserves to be on this list for spending a lot on outbound travel. The Finnish people like exploring their own country as the nation is full of natural beauty, history, stunning water bodies, and modern marvels, but they prioritize traveling to different international destinations. Sweden is the most popular foreign travel destination for them followed by Estonia, Spain, and Norway.

From eateries where travelers can try tasty cuisine to fun and exciting activities and attractions that leave visitors amazed, there is so much to do and see in Denmark . Yet, residents travel to neighboring countries for leisure and to explore new international destinations. As mentioned in GlobalData’s report, there is a steep rise in international tourism in Denmark. And Danish residents travel the most to other European countries, specifically Sweden, Spain, Germany, France, and Italy.

Even though China has eased some of its COVID restrictions and is moving toward a tourism recovery, outbound travel has recovered more quickly than inbound travel to the area. Although China has countless beautiful beaches, mountains, islands, cities, and many natural and modern wonders , Chinese people also love to travel abroad. They prefer visiting nearby Japan, Thailand, and Korea for a short international trip, though other popular destinations include the Philippines, Thailand, and the United Kingdom.

According to GlobalData's report , outbound travel from Canada in 2022 increased by 312% to reach 22.3 million, the highest number since 2019. Although Canada is full of fantastic destinations, Canadians, after the pandemic, prefer to spread their wings and travel to distant regions, particularly in the United States, Thailand, Indonesia, and Europe. However, the majority of Canada's top ten international travel destinations are in the United States.

Following the Japanese government's decision to lower its travel warning for 34 countries and territories, Japan's outbound market is regaining strength, with an increasing number of people traveling abroad. According to data from Japan's Immigration Service Agency, there were 1045.7% more Japanese tourists abroad in February 2023 than in the same month in 2002. Furthermore, South Korea, the United States, Thailand, Singapore, and Taiwan are among the top international destinations for Japanese travelers.

Singapore is a traveler's dream destination with numerous breathtaking natural beauties as well as of man-made marvels . However, the people of this lovely nation also look for chances to travel to nearby countries for a short trip and faraway destinations for a long break. According to the e-Conomy SEA 2022 report , 52% of Singaporeans intend to travel abroad in 2023, an increase of 13% from 2022. And the majority of them spend three to four days on vacation in Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and Taiwan, which are their preferred international vacation destinations.

Since restrictions were lifted, outbound travel in Austria has continued to skyrocket. It now seems more people are trying to get out of the country than ever. For Austrians, Croatia is the favorite destination for outbound travel, although Italy and Germany are also favorite destinations for according to Statista’s outbound tourist numbers for Austria in 2021 .

Switzerland

There are plenty of interesting things to enjoy in Switzerland , but that does not stop millions of people from leaving the country every year and spending their vacations in European destinations. In 2019 before the pandemic, approximately 19.8 million people traveled abroad, and their favorite destinations are France and Germany.

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Italy has everything a person needs, from a destination, from archaeological sites to beautiful beaches and delicious food , and while those are popular among Italian travelers, they also love to travel abroad and check out some of their favorite destinations. In July, outbound travelers from Italy amounted to 3.2 million, and Romania was the country’s most beloved travel destination. Spain and France, however, are popular destinations among Italian travelers.

France has been responsible for the most outbound travels from Belgium. In 2019, approximately 4.5 million trips originating from Belgium landed in France, and although the number may have reduced, one can still expect this trend as more people resume outbound travel.

Russian outbound travel may be on a downward trend, but it remains a country with huge outbound tourism numbers. In 2022, Turkey was the main place of interest for Russian outbound travelers , and the UAE is also popular among Russian travelers.

The Netherlands

Before the pandemic hit, outbound trips from the Netherlands in 2019 were 22 million, and even though the country may not recover its previous number till 2024, the Netherlands remains one of the countries where people travel the most. Wellness travel is popular among travelers from the Netherlands; Germany is the country’s favorite destination, while Spain and Belgium are also popular among Dutch travelers.

United Kingdom

The Royals , castles, museums, and delicious food are not enough to keep people in the UK from being among the top outbound travelers in the world. In 2019, the country saw an outbound tourism number of 84.7 million, and according to GlobalData , this number is set to reach 86.9 million by 2024, and Spain remains the favorite holiday destination for UK travelers.

Being the most visited country in the world does not mean people in France just sit around and let other people do the traveling. They also travel in huge numbers, and French people typically prefer to visit other European destinations such as Spain, the U.K., and Germany.

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Germany’s numerous natural and man-made attractions have made it one of the most visited countries in the world, but it has not prevented people from traveling to other destinations for more experiences. In 2019, German travelers took up to 99.5 million trips abroad , placing the country at the top of the list of outbound tourism worldwide. Even though the pandemic reduced global travel, outbound tourism in Germany remains on the high side. German travelers love destinations in the Baltic Sea, although Spain and Italy also rank among the top destinations for German travelers.

United States

Inbound travel in the US is high as the country has some of the world’s most sought-after attractions. Americans, however, also love visiting other destinations in the world, which is why outbound tourism in the country is on the high side, making it the country that travels the most. US travelers love Europe and the Caribbean, but Mexico has remained at the top of the US favorite destination list as it received approximately 24 million US travelers as of September 2022.

Many airlines have 'stopover' programs that let travelers tour a city between connecting flights, and some will even pay for a hotel — here's how to book them

• Many people intentionally book flights with long connections so they can explore the layover city.
• Airlines capitalize on this trend with "stopover" programs, some even offering free hotels and food.
• These stopovers benefit travelers, airlines, and the carrier's home country by boosting tourism.

A special segment of adventurous travelers will purposely book itineraries with long connections in layover cities just to leave the airport and explore for a few hours or days between flights.

Airlines have jumped on this growing trend with built-in "stopover" programs, which can come with free or discounted hotels, excursions, transportation, and food at the layover destination.

It's basically a vacation within a vacation.

Although it sounds too good to be true, stopovers benefit everyone involved. Travelers get more choices and don't have to be confined to an airport, airlines gain customers who may have otherwise chosen a nonstop option on a competitor, and the carrier's home country sees a boost in tourism.

Plus, the cheap or complimentary accommodations typically come at a small cost to airlines, thanks to partnerships with local hotels or tour companies.

Not all stopover programs are structured with an emphasis on tourism, though, as some were created simply to offer conveniences during long layovers. Still, they are a way to secure a free hotel and explore an extra city.

Here are 22 global airline stopover programs, each lasting anywhere from hours to months.

Many carriers allow stopovers to be added to a regular cash booking, but some are only available via award tickets . This means the flight was paid for using points/miles or a combination of points/miles and cash.

Air Canada has a stopover option built into its Aeroplan loyalty program. It allows customers booking award flights to add a stop on international journeys and explore practically any city the airline flies to outside the US and Canada.

The add-on costs 5,000 Aeroplan points each way and can only be booked if the stop is at least 24 hours, capping out at 45 days.

Air France/KLM

Air France and Dutch carrier KLM's Flying Blue loyalty program offers a stopover of 24 hours or more in a connecting city on either carrier or their airline partners.

The option is free to add to award tickets, and passengers can stay up to a year in the stopover city.

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines offers a free one-night hotel stay for transfer passengers with connection times lasting between six and 30 hours, though there are some time and route restrictions.

Breakfast and transportation are included for eligible travelers.

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines' Panama stopover program allows customers to spend anywhere from 24 hours to seven days in the nation's capital, Panama City, on their outbound or return trip.

The option is free for the first stopover, but a second stopover can cost up to $250 plus taxes. Copa offers discounted hotels and tours that can be booked via its stopover website.

Emirates allows a stopover in Dubai with the option to add discounted tours or hotel bookings to the itinerary via its website.

The UAE carrier also has a " Dubai Connect " program that gives passengers with layovers between 6 and 26 hours, depending on the cabin, a complimentary hotel, transfers, meals, and any needed visa.

Dubai Connect only triggers if the customer takes the next available flight. Essentially, you can't intentionally book a longer layover to quality for the free stopover hotel.

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines' transit program gives customers flying via Addis Ababa a free hotel, transit visa, and transfers during layovers lasting between eight and 24 hours.

The hotel on the airline's website is the Ethiopian Skylight In-Terminal Hotel, located inside the airport.

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways offers a stopover in its Abu Dhabi hub, which comes with an undisclosed discount at select three-star hotels for up to two nights.

Two and four-night stays can be booked at more luxurious four and five-star hotels at a 40% discount. The minimum stay is 24 hours.

Although Etihad's website says it is temporarily unavailable, the airline used to allow eligible travelers to use a so-called Transit Connect Package that provided a free hotel near the airport for layovers lasting 10 to 24 hours. It is unclear when or if the program is returning.

Fiji Airways

Fiji Airways offers a stopover program in Fiji for those traveling to and from Australia, New Zealand, and other South Pacific nations.

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Hotels and activities like ziplining and beach resorts can be booked through the airline as part of the stopover package.

Finnair allows passengers to book 6, 12, or 24-hour layovers in Helsinki at no additional fare charge and outlines itinerary ideas and information on its website , like transportation, free walking tours, and restaurants.

Customers can book a hotel through the airline and earn Finnair Plus points.

Iberia customers can plan a stopover in Madrid to or from an international destination for one to six nights at no extra cost.

Discounts on hotels, excursions, and transfers in the Spanish capital are available through Iberia.

Icelandair offers a stopover option for one to seven days in its capital city of Reykjavik on transatlantic itineraries for no additional charge.

The airline offers itinerary help and assistance in booking excursions and tours. Hotels need to be booked separately.

Japan Airlines

Japan Airlines considers itself one of the "most stopover -friendly" carriers in the world.

The stopovers, which trigger at 24 hours, are not limited to JAL's hubs in Tokyo but can be enjoyed in places like Osaka and Kyoto using the airline's multi-city booking tool.

Latam Airlines

Latam Airlines offers stopovers for between one and three days on flights that connect in São Paulo, Brasilia, Fortaleza, Recife, Manaus, Curitiba, and Belem. Only international itineraries that connect in São Paulo.

Hotels and amenities can be booked via Latam, but the stopover booking is free.

Oman Air offers customizable stopover packages to give travelers time to explore the country's capital, Muscat, and beyond. An additional fare charge may be applicable, though the airline does not fly to the US.

Packages and a-la-carte options include discounted hotels for up to three nights, as well as organized tours, meals, and transfers.

Australian flag carrier Qantas offers its stopovers in a similar manner to JAL in that multi-city bookings can be manipulated to add extra days between flights in layover cities, like Bangkok, Osaka, or San Francisco.

This comes at no extra cost on eligible Qantas fares and can be used on its Oneworld partner airlines.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' stopover program allows passengers with a minimum layover of 12 hours and up to 24 hours to choose from a list of deeply discounted four and five-star hotels. Certain flight itineraries allow for up to four nights.

Nightly hotel rates start at $14 per person for 1 night at four-star standard hotels, with premium five-star beach hotels starting at $30 per person for one night.

Royal Jordanian Airlines

Royal Jordanian Airlines' transit program gives economy and business-class travelers with at least eight and six-hour layovers, respectively, a free hotel room, meals, and transit, assuming certain fare conditions are met.

However, the connecting flight must be the earliest possible — meaning, similar to Emirates, passengers can't intentionally book a longer layover to be eligible for the complimentary perks.

Swiss International Air Lines

Swiss International Air Lines, or SWISS, has a multi-city stopover booking tool on its website that allows passengers to find itineraries with extra days in Switzerland.

The cost of hotels and other perks is on the customer, though.

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines' stopover program is available via the multi-city tool, similar to other carriers, where travelers can add hotels, transfers, and activities. The stopover can last one to seven days.

Singapore also offers free transit tours to passengers with layover times between five and a half and 24 hours at Singapore's Changi Airport. It's first-come, first-serve and includes sightseeing around Singapore.

TAP Air Portugal

TAP Air Portugal allows customers to add a stopover in Lisbon or Porto between one and 10 days, offering discounts on hotels, food, and activities.

It also offers 25% off a domestic flight to a second Portuguese destination, like the Azores or Madeira islands, to take during the stopover.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines' stopover program gives economy travelers a one-night free hotel stay and business flyers a two-night free stay if the period between their connecting flights in Istanbul exceeds 20 hours.

Those traveling from the US in economy class can stay up to two nights in a four-star hotel, while those traveling in business can stay up to three nights in a five-star hotel.

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