69% of Leisure Travelers to Reduce Trips Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases

AHLA | September 7, 2021

WASHINGTON – September 7, 2021 – U.S. leisure travelers plan to significantly pare back travel plans amid rising COVID-19 cases, with 69% planning to take fewer trips, 55% planning to postpone existing travel plans, and 42% likely to cancel existing plans without rescheduling, according to a new national survey conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Nearly three in four (72%) are likely to only travel to places within driving distance. While leisure travel historically begins to decline after Labor Day, it remains critical throughout the year. The new survey highlights the ongoi...