Travel bubbles, private tours and small groups – these are all trends that are gaining momentum. Most of us are in that stage of being grounded where just having a trip on the calendar makes us feel more at ease. At the same time, we’re not quite ready to jump on that airplane, or ready to forge ahead on our own.
I’m getting more questions about whether or not a certain destination is allowing US Citizens to visit yet, or if there is an expected date that they will. I”m also seeing clients hesitant to plan something with out the added layer of peace of mind that going with another couple or family would provide. There seems to be strength in numbers, albeit small numbers that puts clients at ease when planning.
This week I wanted to share some of the ideas that have been popping up in inquiries.
#1 – a small group travel – I don’t think we will see big group tours of 40+ passengers returning anytime soon. Group sizes are trending much smaller with averages being 12-24 with a few options for only 8 people to make up a group.
#2 – a travel bubble – just in case you haven’t gotten tired of the few people you’ve been socializing with for the past year, this is a great way to travel with them. We can customize an itinerary that would allow 8-12 friends and family to travel exclusively as their own group. Obviously, unless you charter a private jet, there are still elements of the trip that expand that bubble. However, you’ll have the confidence that you’re spending the bulk of your vacation time with those you are most comfortable around. Sailing around the Greek Isles or the Croatian coast is the popular option with 3-4 couples. For larger groups or families destinations like Hawaii are off the charts.
#3 – finally meeting in person again with your zoom-mates! Maybe you’re been doing virtual yoga and once the conditions are right you get that zoom group together and meet up in Bali for a week of rejuvenation and deeper connections. Maybe yoga is a bit too tame for your group – cycling through Tuscany may be more your speed.
#4 – did you resort to a virtual reunion this year or miss an annual in person event while we’ve been grounded? Why not plan to take things up a notch in 2022 and take that event on the road? The possibilities are as endless as your imagination. Let’s chat about some of the common group interests and see what we can come up with that everyone will enjoy.
We are seeing travel book very heavily for Fall 2021 and especially the Holiday season, if there is something you have been considering, reach out to me now while we still have the possibility of more available options