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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Travel
Ziyad Jamal

Combating Loneliness: How Small Group Travel is Helping Millennials and Gen Z Connect and Thrive

Lonely young people are embarking on shared travel experiences across the globe in small groups. (Credit: Helena Lopes/Pexels)

In an age where loneliness is increasingly prevalent among younger generations, Millennials and Gen Zers are finding innovative ways to create meaningful connections and memorable experiences. The rise of small group travel is emerging as a popular solution to this modern epidemic of isolation.

Millennials and Gen Zers are often more isolated than previous generations, despite being constantly connected through the internet. This paradox of digital connectivity has led to fewer face-to-face interactions and a decline in the formation of real-life relationships. The constant dopamine hits from social media have kept young people glued to their phones, further exacerbating feelings of loneliness.

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