Vaccines are already changing the sentiment around travel, but there’s one more thing that’s become part of the discussion: vaccine tourism.
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Is vaccine tourism possible?
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Product & Services
Hotels boost hybrid meeting options
Hybrid experience within the hotel provides easy access for virtual attendees
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect meetings and events normally held at hotels, hotel companies are adjusting with new options for in-person and hybrid functions.
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Spontaneity will be the word of the year for 2021 travelers
U.S. travelers intend to be more impulsive than ever
Global 'The 2021 Upgrade Report' from Hotels.com, identifies spike in last minute reservations and upgrading following a lost year for travel.
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