More Frequent Short Trips: How Americans are Adjusting Their Summer Travel Plans Amid Financial Concerns

The Deloitte 2025 Summer Travel Survey reveals that more than half of Americans (53%) plan to travel and stay in paid lodging this summer. This is an increase from 48% last year, despite financial concerns and economic pressures. Many Americans are making adjustments by taking more frequent yet shorter trips. Other influencing factors include remote work, technology, and sustainability.

The Evolution of Global Travel: Key Trends Shaping the Industry in 2025

The Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) has identified key trends affecting the sector, including purpose-driven journeys, emerging tourist destinations, the influence of currency fluctuations, the rise of wellness and adventure tourism, the impact of sporting events, shifts in business travel, and the prevalence of fraud in the travel industry.