Did you know? Each year, Americans leave hundreds of millions of vacation hours unused.
On December 5, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced its intent to extend the REAL ID full enforcement date by 24 months, from May 3, 2023 to May 7, 2025. Under the new regulations published to execute this change, states will now have additional time to ensure their residents have driver's licenses and identification cards that meet the security standards established by the REAL ID Act.
According to the latest Longwoods International tracking study of American travelers (Wave 67), 70% of American travelers plan to visit friends and family on their holiday trips (60% plan to spend some of their trip shopping and 47% plan to enjoy holiday lighting displays). The study also found that interest in visiting museums, galleries and other cultural institutions during holiday trips increased from 21% of travelers last year to 27% in 2022.
The holiday season is a huge driver of travel for many, especially as more and more people are comfortable venturing out into the world once more. A recent report now sheds even more light on what to expect during the traditionally busy travel season.
A new survey has offered insight into how the COVID-19 pandemic and recent economic uncertainty have been affecting family travel behaviors. Conducted by the Family Travel Association (FTA), in collaboration with the NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, the 2022 US Family Travel Survey—now in its seventh year—represents responses from more than 1,000 parents in June and July 2022. It revealed notable trends and themes that shed light on the industry moving forward.
