Study: How does a pandemic affect travel behavior?

In the scientific journal Annals of Tourism Research published the results of a scientific study, which was devoted to the impact of the pandemic on the behavior of tourists.

“The pandemic has had a significant impact on tourists, and they subconsciously behave in ways that reduce the risks associated with infection ... travelers have become less adventurous.” They prefer to visit places they know well.

Because of the threat of COVID-19 infection, many people experience discomfort in public places – especially in crowded shopping centers and restaurants.

Scientists have found that tourists who are especially afraid of COVID-19, the most prone to nationalism and xenophobia. They prefer people like them and avoid foreigners.

“A pandemic will have a long-term psychological impact on people. Understanding the new picture of the world and the ability to adapt to it will be a key factor for the success of tourism in the new realities.”

The Russian Union of Travel Industry recently published the results of its research.He emphasized the role of individual travel and the increasing security requirements. Another trend is the popularity of organized tourism as safer.

Source: tourism.interfax

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