Read in-depth analysis on the key trends shaping demand across in...
Read in-depth analysis on the key trends shaping demand across industries, consumers and national markets, with insight and market statistics that offer global strategic coverage.
Travel transportation is under intense scrutiny for its role in the climate emergency, with good reason. The pandemic has, however, proven that transportation is critical in tackling the global health crisis through vaccine distribution, as well as…
Global lodging sales surpassed pre-pandemic levels for the first time in 2023. Consumers’ eagerness for travel has driven a strong recovery across all global regions. The growth of luxury travel and short-term rentals will be an important factor in…
In-destination spending is benefiting from the recovery of tourism, with pent-up demand and revenge travel driving trips abroad and powering visitor spending. Shopping is receiving a boost from the return of Chinese travellers after the removal of…
The outlook for world duty-free looks rosy, as pent-up demand and the recent reopening of China are powering tourism recovery, despite the headwinds caused by the cost-of-living crisis. Duty-free players are diversifying their source markets,…
The Voice of the Industry: Travel Survey reveals that inflation is the hot topic that is impacting travel businesses, leading to costs being passed onto consumers. Investment in growing the brand and business, along with improving the customer…
One year on, travel and tourism are still struggling to recover, however, the Voice of the Industry Travel Survey shows signs of growing optimism amongst travel professionals, with digital health passports a key way to reopen safely. Big data,…
Euromonitor International’s Voice of Industry Survey – Travel showcases the unprecedented impact of Coronavirus on travel and tourism businesses, with high levels of pessimism. Focus areas for recovery include big data, analytics and AI to drive…
The briefing includes the comparative visual overview of Voice of the Industry: COVID-19 Surveys conducted in April, July, and October. This report captures a quarterly comparative analysis of the Coronavirus impact taken by businesses globally…
Consumer Types can be a powerful tool to help companies better understand and appeal to their target markets. Consumers are grouped based on shared traits and preferences, companies can better develop products and marketing campaigns that resonate…
Buy now, pay later (BNPL) lending has rapidly become one of the more popular lending formats in recent years. Instalment billing is growing, with a variety of formats, players and industries. Payments players have been quick to jump on the bandwagon,…
The outlook for global travel and tourism in Q4 2023 was upbeat, as the speed of recovery to peak levels accelerated, pointing to a full return for international tourism spending in 2024. Nevertheless, despite this reversal of fortune for many…
The latest Travel Quarterly Statement reveals that travel and tourism continue to power on through their recovery. However, dark clouds are gathering as recession looms in advanced markets and growth slows in China. Yet the reopening of China’s…
The Travel Quarterly Statement for Q4 2021 reveals that the outlook for travel and tourism has been thrown off course by the new Omicron variant, representing the biggest threat to recovery, heightening uncertainty and causing a global economic…
Travel Quarterly Statement for Q2 2023 reveals that there has been an impressive rebound in tourism demand, but is now moderating as the cost of living crisis, with persistently high inflation, is taking its toll on consumers’ spending on…
The Travel Quarterly Statement for Q2 2022 shows a mixed picture for global travel and tourism. On the one hand, there is immense consumer demand as more travel restrictions ease, so much so that supply cannot match it due to challenges such as…
The Travel Quarterly Statement for Q2 2021 reveals that the outlook for travel and tourism continues to be thwarted by new variants and ongoing travel restrictions despite vaccinations continuing apace. Key to reopening safely are digital health…
The Travel Quarterly Statement for Q1 2022 reflects the fact that cautious optimism for recovery has been tempered by war in Ukraine, leading to a humanitarian crisis at the heart of Europe and a major slowdown in the global economy, acting as a drag…
The recovery in travel modes sales is proving a gradual one, given the size of the losses seen in 2020, when the pandemic decimated the travel and tourism industry with its lockdowns, border closures and general restrictions on mobility. While there…
Travel restrictions imposed to try and limit the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) had a negative impact on the travel industry in 2020. Global travel came to a halt as countries closed their borders, while demand for domestic trips was severely…
The impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures taken to contain its spread on travel and tourism have had an adverse effect on travel intermediaries. Positioned as a convenient one-stop location for busy modern consumers to book all aspects of…
The metaverse is the next iteration of the internet, promising to be as disruptive to travel brands and destinations as online booking and the mobile web. Already brands are testing the waters, offering fun, immersive travel experiences and launching…
Driven by the steady growth of trips to and within Europe, the attractions and experiences market had never been so large or diverse as it was at the start of 2020. The global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic however put an abrupt halt to tourism…
Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…
Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…
Euromonitor International’s Top 100 City Destinations Index 2023 uncovers the leading city players which have improved their economic and business activity, support thriving tourism infrastructure and performance, and show great potential for…
Euromonitor International’s Top 100 City Destinations Index 2022 uncovers the leading city players, which have improved their economic and business activity, support thriving tourism infrastructure and performance, and show great potential for…
Smart cities are expected to spearhead urban development, as they rally their resources towards digitising and integrating innovative city operations. Key trends in urbanisation are likely to stem from sustainability-centric consumer demand,…
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has exposed the fragility of the travel and tourism sector globally – with a distressing economic impact on the cities with the halt of the travel sector, social distancing, changes in social mobility and lifestyle changes.…
This report identifies the 10 global consumer trends expected to impact during 2021, providing specific characteristics and how the trend manifests, consumer behaviour and motivation driving the trend, as well as insights on how industry is…
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in business models and consumer behaviour, as well as altering the ways and the geography many of us live, work, study and play. Understanding what changes will stick after the pandemic…
In a time of uncertainty, brands must ensure that the value proposition provided by their loyalty schemes is firmly aligned with customer needs, priorities and expectations, continuously refined and adapted to withstand disruption and changing market…
The luggage industry faced significant challenges during the pandemic, with sales plummeting in 2020. As COVID-19 restrictions eased in 2021, travel rebounded, aiding sales recovery. However, factors like inflation, the war in Ukraine, and China's…
As the COVID-19 pandemic drives seismic shifts across consumer markets, the key question facing business strategists is which of these changes are more reactionary in nature versus signalling the start of a long-term behavioural shift. This briefing…
The travel industry is experiencing its biggest crisis, with tourism demand plummeting following the global shutdown to help contain the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The impact of COVID-19 is staggered, with Asia Pacific ahead of the curve.…
The travel and tourism landscape has been completely transformed by the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The sharp decline in global demand has triggered huge financial difficulties and liquidity problems, forcing many transportation operators to…
Given that the lodging industry has been impacted more negatively by COVID-19 than any other previous crisis, the highly capital-intensive hotels sector is investigating recovery strategies that may change the way hotels operate in the future. This…
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has led to a major structural change towards a complete digitalisation of operational structures of lifestyle brands, which in turn has reset the importance of customer experiences, building trust and strong…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has shaken up consumer goods and service industries in the Middle East, putting pressure on supply chains and depressing sales as lockdowns and job losses squeeze discretionary spending. Essential items such as packaged food,…
Hospitality companies have experimented with many new types of loyalty schemes since the pandemic began. In the Americas, subscriptions have become an especially popular option. Subscriptions is a fast-growing segment for hospitality loyalty, with…
As consumers prepare fewer meals overall, while demanding more assistance for the ones they do, spending and brand equity will accrue to those companies providing fresh prepared meals on demand, from delivery aggregators to retailers, restaurant…
Celebrations are moving away from foodservice and festivals and back into homes. This creates opportunities for experiential foods in retail. Consumers have more time than before the pandemic, and many have started cooking, creating opportunities in…
The importance of customer loyalty has grown in a time of disruption and rising uncertainty. A central place is taken by consumer-centric strategies, retention efforts and the need to provide added value to loyalty scheme members. One-size-fits all…
The latest Sustainable Travel Index reveals that progress has been made, with Latin American destinations moving up the ranking whilst Europe dominates the leaderboard. The question is whether consumers will pay for sustainable travel features in…
Euromonitor International has built a Sustainable Travel Index to help destinations and travel businesses make the transition to a more resilient form of tourism, that takes account of positive and negative impacts, balancing environmental, social…
Euromonitor International’s Sustainable Travel Index shines a light on countries’ performance in delivering sustainable tourism, across seven key pillars. Europe continues to lead the charge, taking the top 20 positions in the ranking, whilst strong…
Evolving customer loyalty triggers businesses to redefine their strategies and business models and deliver authenticity, flexibility and a seamless customer journey. Building a deeper, more emotional connection with the individual customer through a…
With a turnover of USD365.8 billion in 2021, Asia Pacific was the world’s second largest region for recreation, entertainment and arts. Over the next decade, the region’s entertainment industry is poised to grow at the fastest rate, nearly closing…
Consumer demand for personalised solutions is spreading across consumer goods and services, influenced by considerable improvements to technologies that can match consumers with outcomes, and experiences that address their wants and needs. This…
Customer loyalty is transforming due to changing consumer preferences, technological advances and the e-commerce boom. Reinvigorating loyalty programmes in this new digital and experience-led economy requires brands to be equipped with the right…
Digital transformation in travel has been propelled by the pandemic, with travel businesses investing in safe and seamless tech in the short term for the restart. While technologies like AI are beginning to be deployed to tackle the current…