As the pandemic surges, Americans see travel horizons narrowingIn the middle of summer vacation season, a sign urges people not to gather in Long Beach, California. WASHINGTON: After months of working from home, stir-crazy Americans have finally reached the long, hot days of summer only to watch their vacation horizons dim, with travel options shrinking as the country's coronavirus cases soar. Summer vacation has long been a staple for Americans. A recent survey by the research institute Longwoods International found that 76% of Americans were prepared to change their travel plans for the next six months because of the pandemic. Result: With domestic travel spending expected to drop by 40%, this year will be no holiday for the travel and leisure sectors.

Source: Bangkok Post July 19, 2020 05:37 UTC