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Travel in a time of no travel - Alyssa Newcomb, Gillian Tans
Discover how the travel industry is evolving in a post-pandemic world, with Booking.com supporting partners to adapt to local travel trends, prioritize sustainability, and ensure a safe return to travel.
- Travel has a positive impact on the world, but the current pandemic has changed the industry.
- Local travel is becoming more popular, and booking.com is supporting partners to adapt to this change.
- Uncertainty is the biggest hurdle to overcome, and flexibility is key.
- People are looking for good prices and good value due to economic uncertainty.
- Travelers are also prioritizing safety and hygiene.
- Airlines are waiving change fees, and that’s making people feel more comfortable about booking.
- Job losses and economic uncertainty are major concerns.
- Companies like booking.com are prioritizing sustainability and building tools and services to support customers.
- Travel will remain important, but the way it’s done may change.
- The pandemic has shown the importance of considering the environment’s impact.
- Transparency around hygiene and rules will be important for a safe return to travel.
- It’ll take time for the industry to recover, and it might take years, not just quarters.
- Domestic travel may come back before international travel.
- Partners are adapting to the new reality by offering flexibility and transparency.
- Local tourism attractions and experiences will be important for recovery.