“Tough times spawned innovation for our luxury travel partners, many of whom saw their best sales years ever in 2020, which is pretty remarkable when you consider the limitations on travel,” says
“We found that for many of our iconic hotels and resorts, nothing could keep their loyal followings from returning, but travel businesses had to think on their feet, offering new outdoor activities, renovated dining spaces, and new ways of doing business amid supply-chain and staffing issues,” says
The following are travel projections from J.MAK Hospitality partners on what’s to come in luxury travel in 2022.
Earlier Booking Windows
“We’re expecting an earlier booking window this year,” says
Fewer, Better Trips
“People who used to travel first class four times a year are now traveling private twice a year,” says
Ever-Changing Product
“With cost increases across the board on all fronts, people will be expecting the very best and the experience has to be commensurate with the pricing,”
Better Rooms, Longer Stays
“We have new residential-style suites with kitchenettes at
Domestic Travelers Returning
“We had many new domestic visitors this year, people who normally would have traveled to farther flung locations, but came and loved their visit, and the ease of domestic travel. Many of them booked ahead for 2022, even before leaving the resort!” says
Exclusive, On-Site Experiences
“The popularity of exclusive, private properties has increased due to COVID,” says
Booking Activities In Advance
“We’re seeing demand increasing so it’s becoming important to book dining and resort activities in advance to guarantee the availability of preferred times,” says
Americans Return To France En Masse
“Since France reopened to tourists in summer 2021 we have seen a massive return of American guests,” says
Emphasis On Outdoor Continues
“We invested in adding more gardens and outdoor spaces for guests to enjoy last year,” says Theodoris Dactilidis of
Last-Minute Changes, The New Norm
“Last year, we saw more changes to bookings and we expect that to continue in 2022 as the rules and restrictions around traveling continue to shift,” says
“We were used to Americans and Australians booking six months out but that changed last year,” said Christos Ckekas, Founder of the
About J.MAK Hospitality
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