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Byway Travel is set to make slow, multi-stop journeys a delightful experience, weaving sustainability into the fabric of travel experiences.
Byway Travel, founded by Cat Jones, champions sustainable travel via multi-stop journeys off beaten tourist paths, using low-carbon options like trains, buses, bikes, and ferries. Besides planning the trip, Byway also handles luggage logistics and accommodation.
Their 'Travel Trends 2023' report predicts a spike in flight-free holidays due to increased government action, corporate sustainability efforts, and customer demand.
Here's the TL:DR with facts and figures about what the future of travel might have in store...
Facts & Figures
Byway expect a surge in flight-free holidays, boosted by government policies and growing customer demand for sustainability.
France banned short-haul flights, and Schiphol pledged to be emission-free by 2030. COP27 saw governments commit to a 1.5-degree increase limit, while the EU plans to double rail use by 2030.
Here's a few stand out trends you may find interesting...
Flight-Free 2023: Increasing shift towards overland travel to reduce carbon emissions. 61% of people are eager to travel more sustainably, with 36% planning to fly less.
The Flexi-air-ian trend: Reducing flying rather than completely cutting it out for sustainability. Climate change concerns have spurred 75% of adults into action, with many choosing one-way flight and return overland, reducing their carbon footprint.
Regenerative Tourism: Focus on creating a positive impact in visited places beyond just sustainability. This is about ensuring travel creates a positive impact for locals, for example, economically reviving COVID-hit places like Burgos, re-wilding tours, or exploring fair-trade streets.
Grounded Bleisure: Integrating sustainability into corporate travel, combining business and leisure. SAP Concur states 97% of corporate travellers would extend travel time for eco-friendliness. With "Climate Perks", clued-in companies reward carbon conscious employees with extra holidays.
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