Australians are favoring Southeast Asia over Europe in 2025, with travel to Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia expected to rise by 42%. A report from TravelInsurance.com.au shows nearly one in three international trips will be to Southeast Asia, driven by affordability and convenience. Rising costs and long-haul fatigue are shifting preferences away from Europe. Meanwhile, East Asia, including China, Hong Kong, and Japan, is also seeing increased interest. Overall, Australians are projected to take 12.6 million overseas trips this year.