This chapter explores the changing travel preferences and pricing as peak season concludes, emphasizing the growing demand for deals during shoulder seasons. The conversation also covers the enduring appeal of cruises and popular destinations like Las Vegas, along with expectations for the upcoming fall travel season.
That White Lotus-inspired trip to Sicily. The Instagram-perfect Joshua Tree glamping holiday. A party weekend in Miami. Ever since the first lockdown restrictions were lifted in 2021, Americans have been spending big on travel. But a recent slew of weak earnings from companies like Delta and Expedia suggest that the post-pandemic travel boom is finally over.
In today’s episode, Bloomberg tech reporter Natalie Lung tells host Sarah Holder that from airlines to Airbnb, companies are reporting weaker-than-expected demand for summer travel. So does that mean now is the perfect time to book a last-minute vacation? Depends on where you’re game to go.
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