Curious about what matters to travellers right now? This infographic breaks down the key shifts shaping Australian travellers in 2026. Powered by our Lighthouse Consumer Sentiment Tracker, which surveys thousands of Australians every month, this latest April 2026 data drop looks at how Australians are thinking, feeling and planning to travel against the backdrop of global unrest, rising fuel costs and AI changing how they discover and decide.
From budget behaviours and travel priorities to the trips Australians are craving, the influences shaping decisions and the barriers holding them back, we’ve unpacked where the biggest opportunities for growth are emerging.
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