“While the travel industry experienced ups and downs throughout the third quarter (Q3), we continued to see positive trends and overall progress on the road to recovery,” said Jennifer Andre, global vice president, Media Solutions. “The rise in business travel demand and double-digit year-over-year increases in holiday season travel searches are just two of the trends that signal growing traveller confidence and industry improvements. These insights, along with others in the Travel Recovery Trend Report, will help travel brands on their path to rebuilding.”

 Key findings from the Expedia Group Media Solutions Q3 2021 Travel Recovery Trend Report I summery indicate that: global search volume is holding steady; 0- to 30-day search window is the sweet spot; cities are growing fast; holiday season to a head start; and that business travel is building momentum.