The European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail BV published the latest Long-Haul Travel Barometer (LHTB) on 3/2022, which provides insights on traveller sentiment for September – December 2022. The report reveals that the appetite for overseas travel in the last months of 2022 has improved, with Brazil (150p), Canada (136p) and the US (126p) showing the greatest rise in the sentiment index compared to summer. However, the desire to visit Europe has stagnated in key markets, showing only marginal improvements.
Long-haul travel barometer
Results suggest that as long as COVID-19 safety concerns persist, many will remain cautious about visiting European destinations.
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.
Demand for long-haul travel greater than expected
Despite travel restrictions caused by COVID-19, it appears that consumer confidence has not been deterred too drastically.
