TUI Study: How German Singles Will Travel in Summer 2025

Germany

Most plan to stay in Europe, solo trips are gaining popularity – friends remain the preferred travel companions.

Where are German singles heading?

Travel appetite is high: more than half of surveyed singles (50.5%) plan to spend their summer holiday in Europe. Around 29.9% will stay within Germany, while 10.9% are choosing destinations in Asia. Whether city breaks, coastal towns, or beach escapes – diversity shapes their travel plans.

Flights dominate holiday travel

Nearly seven in ten singles (69.2%) will travel by air. Medium-haul flights are most popular (49.9%), especially to Spain and Italy. About one-fifth will opt for long-haul journeys, while only a third intend to use train, car, or bus.

Who do singles travel with?

Friends are the top choice for 28.2% of respondents, particularly in the 25–34 age group (34.7%). Younger singles often travel with their parents (18–24 years: 34.6%). Among 35–44-year-olds, almost one in five singles takes their children along on holiday.

Solo travel on the rise

Some 30.8% of singles plan to spend summer 2025 deliberately traveling alone. Solo trips are especially popular among men: 37.3% intend to holiday on their own, compared with 27.8% who prefer traveling with friends. Almost two-thirds of singles have already experienced a solo trip at least once.

Why singles travel alone

Independence, freedom, and new experiences are the main motivations. Solo holidays allow spontaneous decisions, encounters with new cultures, and memorable impressions. Far from being seen as a compromise, traveling alone is viewed as enriching.

“Singles show that travel today is more than traditional package holidays – it is about self-realization, shared experiences, or consciously embracing solitude,” said a TUI spokesperson.

Tailored offers for solo travelers

TUI offers dedicated options for singles: from independent trips and active club holidays to hotels designed specifically for individual travelers. The TUI Blog also presents the Top 5 Hotels for Solo Travelers.