Top 10 Pet Travel Destinations of 2024: A Year in Review

by Ali Oaks | December 12, 2024

Throughout 2024, pet parents and their furry companions set off on incredible journeys across the globe! While they explored new horizons with their four-legged friends, the GlobalVetLink team tracked their adventures and the travel trends shaping the year. Month by month, we compiled the most popular pet-friendly destinations, highlighting both domestic and international hotspots.

As we bid farewell to 2024, we’re excited to reveal the Top 10 Most Popular Pet Travel Destinations for cats and dogs. Let’s celebrate a year full of unforgettable adventures with beloved pets!


Top Destinations in All of 2024 Best Pet-Friendly Vacation Spots

Top 10 International Destinations
Costa Rica
Top Destination #10
Brazil
Top Destination #9
Colombia
Top Destination #8
Italy
Top Destination #7
United Kingdom
Top Destination #6
Spain
Top Destination #5
France
Top Destination #4
Germany
Top Destination #3
Canada
Top Destination #2
Mexico
Top Destination #1
Top 10 Domestic Destinations
Pennsylvania
Top Destination #10
Illinois
Top Destination #9
Massachusetts
Top Destination #8
Washington
Top Destination #7
New Jersey
Top Destination #6
Colorado
Top Destination #5
Texas
Top Destination #4
California
Top Destination #3
New York
Top Destination #2
Florida
Top Destination #1

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