In this guest post for Travel Daily Media, the author looks at the 5 trends he believes will dominate the sector in 2022: domestic vs international travel; the remote working knock-on effect; alternative accommodation is not alternative anymore; business travel will return – but not like before; and technology will power travel.
Users will now see information about the sustainability efforts of hotels and resorts when conducting their searches. Google are collaborating with hotel chains and independent hotels around the world to collect accurate information on their eco-friendly practices and make it readily accessible to the public.
Can mobile phone data and surveillance cameras help restore the city’s old-world charm, or just destroy what magic remains? City officials plan to use the data to prevent overcrowding and inform the use of the gates and the booking system that come into force next year. However, many say high-tech solutions will not bring a more authentic Venice back to itself.
As commercial space tourism has recently got off the ground, this article considers some of the issues and impacts, including emissions, safety and regulation. Right now, it’s not clear if these trips will offer scientists major new insights, and some think it’s just a vulgar display of wealth and power.
Investment in sustainable aviation fuel and alternatively powered aircraft are the next steps for airlines and meaningful partnerships are key to making these concepts a reality. If airlines don’t do more to tackle their emissions, they risk their passengers choosing more environmentally friendly options such as rail travel.
Helsinki named world’s most sustainable travel destination — The Global Destination Sustainability Index measures the sustainability of travel destinations in four different categories using more than 70 indicators.
