Sustainable travel. With a ban on non-essential travel and some countries in complete lockdown, we’re able to witness what happens to the Earth when we’re largely absent for the first time. Restrictions on non-essential travel means airlines are grounding planes, drastically slashing flights or suspending operations completely thus reducing their carbon footprint.
Polluted Chinese cities have seen a dramatic reduction in nitrogen dioxide levels over recent months.
Waterways in Venice currently appear cleaner because of a drastic reduction in tourist boat traffic.
Travel advisors will become essential. A shift to booking travel through consultants and established operators, noting their invaluable knowledge and industry connections. A real person and voice you can rely on.
Yes, we have to stay closer to home. Perfect opportunity to get outside. The idea of outdoor adventures that promises to make the pandemic’s colder months more bearable. What’s the Nordic concept of getting outdoors: Friluftsliv.
Road-tripping. The flexibility, spontaneity, bonding with those important to you, or just creating a new playlist.
The thrill of planning a trip. This difficult period is reminding us that travel is important for boosting mental health and personal growth. There is even a survey that states adults found that travel improves empathy, energy, attention, and focus. Planning a trip is just as effective as looking forward to travel substantially increases happiness, more than anticipating buying material goods.
