The pandemic caused a significant shift in the primary objective of travel.During a pandemic, people prefer to use less public transportation and more private vehicles.There was a major modal change from public transportation and paratransit to active modes.When making decisions, people prioritized pandemic-related factors. People nowadays are accustomed to wearing masks, and on a regular day, particularly during flu season, this could be the best way to travel to prevent the spread of the virus. People are washing their hands more often, paying closer attention to menus, and refraining from sharing drinks and food. In a stable world, these are all positive habits to have.No nation, no company, has ever had the opportunity to practice for a natural disaster like this. People's demand and desire for travel, in my experience, is very high. They've been imprisoned for a very long time. It's in their nature to want to learn new things and enjoy their lives. Businesses are experimenting with emerging technology in order to increase bookings and make travel safer.Contactless check-in at hotels and airports, virtual museum trips, and virtual experiences are not going anywhere anytime soon.
