IN BLANKSTARE NEWS: Dry tripping …

Expedia says that more than 40% of travelers are likely to book a detox trip this year, even coining the term “dry-tripping” to describe the trend.

People are drinking less alcohol, and the search for sober options has gone beyond bars and restaurants. In its annual travel trend report, Expedia says that more than 40% of travelers are likely to book a detox trip this year, even coining the term “dry-tripping” to describe the trend. The trend involves an emphasis on hotels and airlines that offer lots of alcohol-free options. And, naturally, the travel industry is responding with an array of mocktails and alcohol-free drinks.