What Will Travel Look Like in 2021?

By Matt Hammer
  • Tourism
  • 11.19.20
  • 3 Min Read

From postponed plans to socially secluded trips, travel in 2020 wasn’t what anyone anticipated. And with uncertainty still looming for the foreseeable future, many are wondering how COVID will affect travel in 2021. Our Consumer Insights team has the inside scoop.

How Do People Feel Right Now?

48% believe not being able to travel is making them anxious and stressed
78% say traveling is one of the top activities they miss most

How Will Travelers Approach 2021?

AFTER A YEAR OF LIMITED OPPORTUNITIES TO TRAVEL, PEOPLE ARE:

Travel Stats | Travel in 2021
Travel Stats | Travel in 2021

How Has Planning Changed?

WHO WILL TRAVEL?

Younger age groups are more willing to travel.

travel is correlated to age

HOW WILL THEY BOOK?

Booking windows will become shorter.

bookings within two weeks - 2019: 37%, 2020: 43%
37% of travelers expect they will book more last minute
less long-term planning

WHERE WILL THEY GO?

Travelers will opt to stay closer to home.

increasing local and domestic trips
staying closer to home

What Kind of Trips Will People Plan?

Distance and personal space will continue to be important. Road trips, camping and outdoor recreation offer a sense of safety for travelers.

Travel Stats | Travel in 2021
Travel Stats | Travel in 2021
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