Lake it ‘til you make it

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Lakes will have their moment in the sun

In 2022, people will trade in their beachfront getaways for inland swims. Gen X and Boomers are driving this freshwater trend that will only grow in the year ahead. Lakeside resorts, pontoon boats and lake home plans will all be making a splash.

Trending search terms¹

Lake resort

+2x

Small pontoon boats

+90%

Lake trip outfits

+3x

Lake home plans

+40%

Summer lake aesthetic

+180%
Collage of lake-themed items: Boat at center on a steel-blue lake with dock in the foreground. Swimmer jumps inside a large yellow donut floatie. Snow-capped mountains in the background.





Three people sport casualwear: Latinx woman in white long-sleeved top with a rainbow skirt at left, Black man in a neon green short-sleeved top and shorts at right, Arab woman in a floral top and blue hijab and shades. Lake house in the background.

Creator spotlight

When you follow Megan Mitchell, you get cozy dishes that feel right at home on the water. This chef, food stylist and host makes post-boating dinners an event, not an afterthought. Follow Megan for belly-filling lake life recipes.

“Mark my words: Everyone’s planning a lake escape. My audience is looking for new ways to nourish a group after a long day on the water. I’m all about creating unfussy, family-style recipes for those evenings at the lake.”

@chefmeganmitch

Bring this trend to life

If you’re a travel brand...

Dive into the peaceful waters of lake travel. Show people top lake destinations with things to do when they get there.

If you’re an auto brand...

People are heading off the beaten path. Offer up vehicle ideas to help them get to their lakeside vacation in style.

If you’re a fashion brand...

From boat shoes to fishing vests, fashion should meet function when inland road trips are on the itinerary. And remind them to pack an outfit just for lounging, too!

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Collage of resort-themed items: Scuba diver swims. A bohio. Palm trees. A pomegranate cocktail on a wooden dock.

The last resort

Vibrant collage of nighttime themes. Neon pink geometric shape on the left, with dark mountain formations and large cartoon mushrooms in the foreground. Rearview mirror view at top with minivan, road and mountains at sunset.

Night moves

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Cuppa time

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