Thursday, May 22, 2025
In spite of ongoing worldwide uncertainties, the appetite for travel remains notably resilient in 2025. According to a recent survey conducted in April among 444 travel consultants affiliated with the Nexion Travel Group across the United States and Canada, there has been no evident decline in either new bookings or cancellations during the year’s first months.
Nexion, recognized as a prominent host agency within the travel sector, gathered valuable insights revealing that most travel professionals continue to experience steady client interest and healthy reservation rates. This demonstrates that travelers are maintaining their enthusiasm for exploring new destinations, undeterred by external challenges.
When adjustments to travel plans do occur, the main reasons cited by advisors include economic unpredictability, which accounts for thirty-six percent, alongside geopolitical tensions influencing twenty-nine percent of clients, and a reduction in discretionary spending reported by twenty-seven percent. These factors highlight how broader economic pressures and global political situations are causing some travelers to reconsider or modify their itineraries.
Nevertheless, the overall impact on travel business appears limited. Industry experts report that while individual travelers might pause or shift plans, the collective demand remains robust. This ongoing strength can be attributed to a combination of lingering travel demand after previous restrictions, growing consumer confidence, and the essential role that travel plays in leisure and corporate activities.
Advisors within Nexion emphasize that flexibility and personalized service have been crucial in sustaining this momentum. By offering adaptable booking options and tailored guidance, they continue to support travelers navigating evolving circumstances, which helps maintain stable business levels.
Looking ahead, the travel industry is expected to balance optimism with vigilance as it responds to future economic and geopolitical developments. For now, the data from Nexion Travel Group suggests a promising outlook, with travel demand holding firm throughout 2025 despite the challenges on the global stage.
“We understand from this survey of our members that there are broader concerns affecting travel,” said Jackie Friedman, President, Nexion Travel Group. “Despite those issues, Nexion travel advisors are still seeing steady demand from their leisure and business clients, who are planning and booking a variety of trips.”
In spite of ongoing worldwide uncertainties, the appetite for travel remains notably resilient in 2025. According to a recent survey conducted in April among 444 travel consultants affiliated with the Nexion Travel Group across the United States and Canada, there has been no evident decline in either new bookings or cancellations during the year’s first months.
Nexion, a leading host agency in the travel industry, collected key data showing that the majority of travel advisors are witnessing consistent client demand and strong booking activity. This indicates that travelers remain eager to discover new places, despite facing various external obstacles.
When clients adjust their travel plans, advisors most frequently attribute these changes to economic fluctuations affecting thirty-six percent of travelers, geopolitical tensions influencing twenty-nine percent, and modifications in discretionary spending habits impacting twenty-seven percent. These factors highlight how broader economic challenges and global political developments are causing some travelers to reconsider or revise their itineraries.
Nevertheless, the overall impact on travel business appears limited. Industry experts report that while individual travelers might pause or shift plans, the collective demand remains robust. This ongoing strength can be attributed to a combination of lingering travel demand after previous restrictions, growing consumer confidence, and the essential role that travel plays in leisure and corporate activities.
Advisors within Nexion emphasize that flexibility and personalized service have been crucial in sustaining this momentum. By offering adaptable booking options and tailored guidance, they continue to support travelers navigating evolving circumstances, which helps maintain stable business levels.
Looking ahead, the travel industry is expected to balance optimism with vigilance as it responds to future economic and geopolitical developments. For now, the data from Nexion Travel Group suggests a promising outlook, with travel demand holding firm throughout 2025 despite the challenges on the global stage.
“We know that people seek out our Nexion travel advisors because of the value they provide,” Friedman added. “Nearly half of our advisors have been in the business for more than a decade and they have a wealth of knowledge that they put to work for their clients. From leisure vacations to ocean and river cruises, escorted tours and corporate travel, Nexion’s professional travel advisors are experts at planning any type of trip.”
