The photography and photography products company Shutterfly has helped consumers find a way to turn their vacation memories into tangible objects, including mugs, photobooks, calendars and much more. For those looking to put a quirky spin on items, the company includes a page of vacation-inspired quotes, including “vacation calories don’t count,” or “I need a six-month vacation twice a year.”
However, when the pandemic hit, leisurely travel came to sudden halt. As vaccination rates continue to increase, stakeholders are pointing to evidence that Americans are eager to add vacations back into the mix. In January, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released its “State of the Hotel Industry 2021” report, which noted that 56% of consumers expect to travel for leisure this year, which is roughly the same amount as an average year.