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Rising Traveler Types

Frolleagues: Coworkers, but Better

With the rise of remote work, Hilton has seen a surge in group bookings worldwide, signaling an increase in the number of smaller meetings, off‑site team gatherings and incentive travel in 2024, which is only anticipated to strengthen in 2025.

1 in 4 business travelers expects team building to be their reason for hitting the road next year. This trend is giving rise to “Frolleagues”—friends who are also colleagues.

Signia by Hilton San Jose Lobby
Signia by Hilton San Jose Lobby
Bar, cheers, drinks with colleagues, bartender
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Today, nearly 30% of global travelers (29%) often travel with Frolleagues on leisure trips. With business and group travel on the rise, that number is expected to grow in 2025.

For the 25% of global respondents who plan to travel more in 2025 for “bleisure”—combining business and leisure trips—extending their days on the road with Frolleagues can be both convenient and fun.

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Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
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LivSmart Studios by Hilton

Hilton’s newest extended stay brand, LivSmart Studios by Hilton, offers Frolleagues and business travelers alike a great solution when combining work with play over an extended period. LivSmart Studios offers spacious, apartment-style accommodations with fully equipped kitchens and communal outdoor spaces, ideal for fostering a sense of home and camaraderie. These features make it an excellent choice for teams wanting to maximize both productivity and bonding during their travels.

Hilton’s top global corporate business travel destinations in 2024:

North
America:

Washington, D.C.
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL

Asia
Pacific:

Beijing
Singapore
Bengaluru

Europe,
Middle East, Africa:

London
Dubai
UAE Provincial

South
America:

Rio de Janeiro
Bogota
Colombia Provincial