Sudden surge in consumer demand coupled with staff shortages pose serious challenges for the sector going into the summer months.
European tourism remain resilient amidst pandemic and geopolitical uncertainty
Domestic travel is projected to make a complete recovery in 2022, while international arrivals to Europe are forecast to be 30% below 2019 volumes.
Expedia releases a summer travel cheat sheet
Expedia offers a look at the season’s trending destinations and tips for helping travelers get more out of their summer trips, including how to score the season’s cheapest fares.
U.S. Travel reacts to CDC guidance on unvaccinated travelers
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation advising unvaccinated Americans to avoid Labor Day travel.
UK-wide campaign to boost domestic breaks
VisitEngland in partnership with the tourism organisations of London, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales are stepping up its UK-wide ‘Escape the Everyday’ campaign to drive domestic day trips and overnight breaks as the summer holidays begin.
Recovery of European tourism in sight this summer
Report notes that this summer season is essential for the sector as European travel demand remained weak in early 2021.
20% of countries approach pre-pandemic domestic flight levels
Global gas spending is up 13%* over 2019 peak, reflecting rebound in ground travel.
UAE hotel industry continues to regain occupancy
The key hotel markets in the United Arab Emirates have reached or surpassed 50% occupancy due to strong domestic demand.
6 key findings that the travel industry can leverage for Covid-19 recovery
Domestic travel requires new strategies
A new report by SiteMinder has signalled the importance for hoteliers to employ new marketing, distribution and operational strategies to cater for the looming rise in domestic travel.