- Solo travel, particularly to affordable hostels in Asia, is becoming increasingly popular.
- Hostelworld's CEO Gary Morrison notes that the industry has historically overlooked solo travellers, with hotel rooms typically priced for two people.
- He suggests that the industry may eventually adapt to solo travellers by offering single-occupancy rates.
- Hostelworld's data shows a rise in solo bookings, with young female backpackers being the fastest-growing group.
- This trend is driven by factors like break-ups and the desire for budget-friendly travel, Mr Morrison says.
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The travel trend that could make the price of a hotel room cheaper
