Latest COVID News for January 2021

Travel Industry Reacts to Biden’s Executive Orders

Travel Pulse writer Patrick Clarke shares the industry’s reactions to President Joe Biden’s executive orders, which includes a mask mandate and self-quarantine restrictions.

Biden’s executive order addresses the face covering requirements for individuals in national parks and on airplanes. The executive order also requires U.S. bound international travelers to self-quarantine upon arrival. Biden also lifted the travel ban from certain Muslim-majority countries.

Read the full report at TravelPulse.com.

 

Experts Reveal Outlook for Travel in 2021

Travel advisers remain optimistic about 2021, although some are concerned about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s requirements. Read the full report at Travel Pulse.

 

Study: Consumers Plan to Travel Abroad in 2021

Trip Advisor’s recent study found that 1 in 9 consumers already have booked an overseas trip in 2021, with nearly half planning to travel abroad in 2021. The report states that overseas travel should increase heading into the summer months. Read more at Travel Mole.

 

5 Traveler Trends for 2021

Travel Daily Media revealed the top 5 traveler trends for 2021 based on Trip Advisor’s latest report: travelers are planning overseas trips in mid-to-late 2021, vaccinations will impact traveler confidence, domestic trips remain in demand, travelers are spending more time researching future trips, and consumers will continue to use takeaway and delivery services from restaurants. Read the full breakdown at Travel Daily Media.