Travel boom: Tui reports record bookings for summer destinations in Europe!

Travel boom: Tui reports record bookings for summer destinations in Europe!

The demand for travel for the summer is showing a positive trend, as Tui reports. CEO Sebastian Ebel reports that at the beginning of June, over 60% of the summer supply in Germany had already been sold, which represents an increase compared to the previous year. What is particularly noteworthy is that 90% of the capacity for popular travel destinations such as Spain and Portugal has already been sold. Mallorca stands out as a particularly popular destination. This development follows a period of delayed bookings seen in previous weeks.

In May, summer bookings at Tui were still 1% below the previous year. Tui attributed these weaker figures to a lack of bookings during the Easter holidays and announced a recovery. However, the market now appears to be recovering. A particular trend is the high demand for cruises, which is described as both strong and sustainable.

Decrease in demand for USA travel

Although overall demand is increasing, demand for travel to the United States has been declining. However, Tui does not have extensive business in the USA. Nevertheless, the Caribbean and Canada remain popular travel destinations, while travelers are increasingly taking advantage of cheaper offers for the autumn and winter to the Gulf States and Southeast Asia due to the appreciation of the euro. Surprisingly, customers do not feel the devaluation of the US dollar when booking, as Tui had already purchased or hedged currencies in the autumn.

Diverse USA attractions

Despite declining demand for travel to the USA, the country remains a popular travel destination. The United States offers geographic diversity ranging from Alaska in the Arctic Circle to sunny beaches in Florida. Tui describes the possibility of combining different activities such as sports in the snow, hikes in national parks or relaxing beach holidays. The metropolises of Miami, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas are among the most famous cities that travelers can explore. Tui also offers a variety of packages that combine flights, accommodation and activities to make your vacation as varied as possible.

Overall, it shows that, despite the challenges in the market, Germans' desire to travel in the summer has increased and further bookings are expected. The aim is to use the offers profitably and to offer travelers unforgettable experiences.

For more information about traveling to the USA, visit Tui and for the latest news on summer demand, watch South Germans.