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Fewer Americans Consider Traveling to Cuba This Year
Allianz Global Assistance USA | July 18, 2018
RICHMOND, Va., July 18, 2018 -- Two years after the easing of travel restrictions to Cuba for Americans, an annual survey* by leading travel insurance provider Allianz Global Assistance reveals that fewer people are interested in taking a trip to the island nation than before—and that there is lingering confusion surrounding the current travel policy. This year's survey shows that 13 percent of Americans are interested in traveling to Cuba—a dramatic 27 percent drop from 2017, when 40 percent said they would be interested in visiting the country. The 2018 poll also revealed that 82 percent of respondents report being unl...
Half of Americans Unlikely to Use Sharing Economy Services for 2018 Summer Travel, Despite Reporting High Familiarity and Better Value
Allianz Global Assistance USA | July 12, 2018
RICHMOND, Va., July 12, 2018 -- While Americans are growing more familiar with sharing economy services, the intention to use these services is declining in favor of more traditional services. According to the fourth annual Allianz Travel Insurance Sharing Economy Index* released by Allianz Global Assistance, 53 percent of Americans declared they are either "not very likely" or "not at all likely" to use sharing economy services during their 2018 summer travels. That's despite Americans' consistent belief that sharing economy services offer a more authentic local experience and better value for their money. S...
