2021 holiday travel
‘Tis the Season: More than 109 Million Americans to Travel for the Holidays
AAA | December 22, 2021
Americans who had to cancel getaways and get-togethers last year because of the pandemic are making up for lost time this holiday season. More than 109 million people — an almost 34% increase from 2020 — will travel 50 miles or more as they hit the road, board airplanes or take other transportation out of town between Dec. 23 and Jan. 2. That dramatic bounce-back — 27.7 million more people traveling — will bring this year’s numbers to 92% of 2019 levels. Airlines will see a 184% increase from last year. “Americans who canceled their vacations in 2020 want to gather with family and friends for the holidays this year, although t...
Prepping for an Outstanding December ’21
Larry and Adam Mogelonsky | November 17, 2021
By Larry and Adam Mogelonsky The terms ‘pent-up demand’ and ‘revenge travel’ entered the collective hospitality narrative in the summer of 2020, and they still very much apply to the next big stretch for the hotel industry. Notably, the forward-looking occupancy data for many markets in North America indicate that this upcoming holiday season will likely deliver huge revenues for a highly positive story entering 2022. For roughly American Thanksgiving through to New Year’s Day, traveler confidence is in the air. Vaccination rates are high and international travel between Europe and North America has resumed in earnest. It’s ...
Holiday Travel in 2021 to Increase With 70% of Americans Planning to Take a Road Trip
Motel 6 | November 17, 2021
DALLAS, TX – November 17, 2021 – Motel 6 today releases its fourth annual holiday survey, revealing that nearly seven in 10 (70%) of those planning to travel for the holidays this year will be road-tripping to their destination. The poll surveyed over 2,000 individuals and found that 82% believe it is important to spend that time with loved ones, and between Thanksgiving and New Year's, the average traveler will be journeying a total of over 600 miles. Of those planning to travel this year, one in three (32%) stayed home last year. When it comes to accommodations, nearly half say they'd consider a hotel or rental just for some privacy. ...
Survey: Nearly 60% of Americans Unlikely to Travel for Thanksgiving or Christmas
AHLA | November 8, 2021
WASHINGTON – November 8, 2021 – While rising vaccination rates against COVID-19 have increased travelers’ comfort levels, most Americans are still opting to stay home this holiday season, according to a new national survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) conducted by Morning Consult. The survey found that 29% of Americans are likely to travel for Thanksgiving and 33% are likely to travel for Christmas—an increase from 21% and 24%, respectively, compared to 2020. Those who do plan to travel over the holidays expect to drive, but rising gas prices may dampen those plans. The survey of 2,200 adult...
