Travel Industry News - Trends

Germans are as keen on travel as ever – almost 50 per cent plan a second trip besides their main annual holiday – according to the latest ADAC Reisemonitor survey Italy and Austria have become increasingly popular for extra breaks

20-year Current Market Outlook projects a $4.8 trillion market - Increased demand for single-aisle airplanes driving the forecast - Airlines focused on more efficient airplanes

Airlines reported two tarmac delays of more than three hours on domestic flights and no tarmac delays of more than four hours on an international flight in April, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Air Travel Consumer Report released today.

Spending by Inbound Travelers Has Generated 30% of U.S. Export Growth So Far This Year

Summer travel plans are up 17% from last year, according to the latest American Express Spending & Saving Tracker, as more than two-thirds (69% vs. 59% in 2012) of consumers plan to get away in the next three months.

Scientific study confirms regular breaks have a positive effect – several short trips are better than a long holiday – psychologist presents her latest findings at the ITB Berlin Convention

According to a new global analysis led by researchers at the University of British Columbia and other scientists, shark watching is a major economic driver for dozens of countries, generating $314 million annually.

Embassy Suites Hotels announced the results of its fifth annual business travel survey, providing unique insight into the seasoned traveler of yesterday, today and the future.

The new study shows that 60% of travelers say they are likely to take a cultural/heritage trip, up from 51% in 2009. They are also spending more. Total trip spend in 2013 is $1,319 versus $994 in 2009.

The American Traveler study, commissioned by Expedia, finds that Americans' love of the open road burns brighter than ever. 50% of Americans plan to take a road trip of more than 200 miles this summer, and are 14% likelier to take a road trip in 2013 than they were the year prior.