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Travelling this winter? Expect demand to go ‘through the roof,’ industry warns

Firestone said the potential influx of travellers could cause repeated delays and disruptions. Flight disruptions and wider airport chaos this summer were often chalked up to staffing shortages everywhere from border guards to flight attendants.This has led to some airlines boosting efforts to attract and retain staff to meet the anticipated demand.

Other experts agree it’s harder to plan for a surge in passengers since the pandemic began. Sandra Webber, director of communications, content strategy and social media at Travel Brands, said that’s because there’s a higher proportion of last-minute travel than the industry is used to.Air travel prices could soar to new heights this holiday season

 

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