What type of traveler were you pre-COVID?
Wishful thinker - I wanted to travel but didn’t get to nearly enough.
Road warrior - I loved to drive to nearby adventures.
Island hopper - I took time to relax and travel on a regular basis.
Frequent flyer - I’ve been so many places, I’ve lost track.
Did the pandemic alter your vacation plans this year?
No, I had no plans yet.
Yes, I chose to cancel it.
Yes, my trip was canceled by the resort or airline.
No, I traveled anyway.
No, I traveled but had to change my destination.
Who are your most frequent vacation traveling companions?
Me, myself, and I
Just the two of us
The whole family
My friends
How risky do you think it is to travel right now?
My toilet paper and I aren’t going anywhere. I don’t feel safe.
The jury is out. I can’t decide if I should stay home or go.
I don’t think it’s riskier than normal, but frequently changing travel advisories and protocols make me feel uncertain.
With the right precautions, I feel traveling is safe.
What is currently most restricting you from traveling?
I don’t want to get sick/I am in a vulnerable population.
Financial concerns.
Judgment from friends and family.
Uncertain where it’s safe/convenient to travel.
Nothing is preventing me from traveling.
Which condition would boost your chances of planning a trip in the next 6 months?
A COVID-19 vaccine.
If I can get to my destination by car instead of by plane.
A brighter financial outlook.
Flexibility. I can change or cancel my trip if I change my mind.
Nothing. I am ready to go now!
What type of getaway sounds most appealing to you right now?
Home sounds most appealing right now. #staycationlife
Road trip to a cabin in another state.
A beachside resort with special activities.
An adventure trip off the beaten track.
Anywhere I can work or attend school remotely that isn’t my house.
Big theme park vacation without the typical crowds.
How will you plan vacations in a post-COVID world?
I don’t do the vacation planning in my family.
I plan to research on travel sites to find the best deals.
Recommendations from family and friends.
I’ll continue working with a travel agent so I don’t have to stress about planning or changing travel advisories.
I’ll start working with a travel agent. Let the pros handle the details!
How do you predict the pandemic may permanently change your own travel style?
I will avoid certain locations in the U.S./world.
I do not predict a change.
I will be nervous to travel, but fear won’t stop me.
I will travel more than ever.