Booking CEO Sees More Reservations For Travel

The video discusses the uneven global vaccine rollout and its impact on international travel, emphasizing the need for widespread vaccination to resume safe travel. It explores summer travel trends, advising early booking to avoid high prices. The shift towards alternative accommodations due to safety concerns is highlighted, along with the challenges in the car rental market caused by a chip shortage. The video concludes with strategies to compete with Airbnb, focusing on increasing brand awareness in different regions.

What is a major factor affecting the resumption of international travel?

• The popularity of Airbnb

• The cost of car rentals

• The global vaccine rollout

• The availability of alternative accommodations

Why might travelers choose to book accommodations with free cancellation options?

• To avoid high prices

• To ensure flexibility if travel restrictions change

• To secure a specific location

• To get better customer service

What trend has been observed in accommodation preferences during the pandemic?

• More interest in international travel

• Decline in vacation bookings

• Preference for alternative accommodations

• Increased interest in large hotels

How has the chip shortage affected the travel industry?

• More hotel bookings

• Higher car rental rates

• Reduced interest in international travel

• Increased flight cancellations

What is a challenge for booking.com in the U.S. market?

• Limited international presence

• High competition from hotels

• Low awareness compared to competitors

• Lack of alternative accommodations