It’s the heart of winter in Minnesota—cold, gray, and you’re stuck inside. Like many people, you’re probably daydreaming about going on vacation. It turns out, you’re not the only one thinking about it. A study by OnePoll, in partnership with Apple Vacations, found that 82% of people often daydream about their next trip.

Travel experts are predicting a specific type of vacation will be the biggest trend of 2025—one that all Minnesotans can enjoy, even with limited time and budget.

Expedia’s 24th annual Vacation Deprivation Report reveals that about 53% of Americans don’t use all their vacation days, even though they only get 12 days off a year, the least of any country surveyed. Additionally, 65% of Americans feel they don’t have enough time for a real vacation, with the main reason being that life is just too busy to plan one.

Minnesota could be a top destination for ‘noctourism’—a new travel trend that experts say will be big this year.

The North Star state is perfect for a ‘noctourism’ trip, which is great news for locals because it’s something they can enjoy without spending much money or time.

What Is Noctourism?

Booking.com describes “noctourism” as people wanting to “escape the daylight crowds for midnight magic.”

According to the travel site, it’s expected to be the biggest travel trend of the year, with nearly two-thirds (62%) of those surveyed considering trips to destinations with dark skies. Popular activities include star bathing (72%), guided stargazing (59%), once-in-a-lifetime cosmic events (59%), and constellation tracking (57%).

Minnesota’s clear skies and wide-open landscapes make it the perfect state for stargazing and catching stunning views of the Northern Lights.