Overview

• A Talker Research poll finds that 40% of U.S. adults are getting cold feet about international vacations due to safety fears.
• On June 22 the U.S. State Department issued a worldwide caution after the Israel-Iran conflict caused Middle East airspace disruptions and raised risks for American travelers.
• In the past year, 94% of Americans traveled domestically while only 28% ventured abroad, underscoring a widening gap between home and overseas trips.
• Top concerns include potential cancellations and delays (42%), safety of transportation methods (40%) and worries about current government policies (40%).
• With safety now the top priority, 65% of U.S. travelers say they are considering purchasing travel insurance before their next trip.