Restrictions set to disrupt half term break; airlines bullish on a robust summer season

A recent survey report from the European Travel Commission (ETC) has demonstrated the negative impact of the Omicron outbreak and the fragmented travel restrictions in response on Europeans’ travel confidence. Newly restrictions and requirements, even for vaccinated or recovered travellers, have hampered Europeans’ readiness to travel and has left many unsure about the timing of their next trip. Fragmented policies across Europe towards the validity period of the EU Digital COVID certificate for national use also undermined its role as a tool to facilitate travel. As a result, Europeans are avoiding making concrete plans and bookings. For instance, hesitation on when to