Many are hoping to cash in their unused vacation days with approved vaccines already on the table. After all, the best way to make up for that lost time is finally embarking on those long-awaited adventures. In other words, travel advisors expect “revenge vacations” to be a popular trend for the travel industry in 2021, especially later on in the year.
So, what exactly is a revenge vacation? The word “revenge” usually implies getting back at someone, but in this case, travelers are getting back at something—2020. Fueled by the frustration of sidelined travel plans and deprivation of seeing long-distance family and friends, many are eager for the chance to pack their bags. While there is still uncertainty about what regulations around the world will look like months down the line, the industry is already seeing patterns as to what sets revenge travel apart from your average, run-of-the-mill vacation.
These trips will likely be characterized by their length, as travelers working remotely, with extra vacation days, or additional savings—or some combination of the three—will extend their time away from home by one, two, or even several weeks.
At its simplest, revenge travel is less about the price tag and more about the quality of experiences and time spent with those you care about. With many travelers committing to bucket list items and destinations, upgraded packages and luxe additions are poised to be the norm.
With many hotels and airlines still offering flexible cancellation policies and deals on advanced bookings, there might be no better time than the present to start planning your revenge vacation. As restrictions lift in the future, demand will only increase, and deals that are commonplace now will start to disappear.
