Thanks to the lockdown, 3 out of 5 people are now ready with vacation plans: Survey

Almost half a year ago, a wave of pandemic swept across the world to drastically change things for the long run. Our day-to-day lives have partially adapted to a new normal, in fact we can applaud ourselves on dealing with this extreme transition of the way of life. But what about things that had to be put on hold and still face uncertainty and a bleak future, such as the idea of travelling or taking a vacation? The covid crisis didn't stop short of disrupting our summer travel plans. The fear of Covid kept people off vacations. But they may have had enough of this dreary, endless wait.

It seems like Indians just can't put their travel plans on hold any longer. Nearly 63% are set to travel within India, preferring air travel and longer holidays, reveals an online survey by Economictimes.com. ET Wealth analyses the trends. Note that the survey was conducted among 1,750 people. All responses may not add up to 100% due to multiple choices. Here are other findings from it.

61% people are ready for a vacation
Are you planning a holiday?
Yes: 61%
No: 39%

Nearly half the people to holiday this year itself
When do you plan to take a holiday?
This year itself: 47%
First half of next year: 37%
Late next year: 16%

Also read: Should you plan a holiday now? Find out

Most set to travel within India
Where will you travel?
Domestic: 63%
International: 37%

Flights to be the preferred mode of travel
How do you plan to travel?
By air: 64%
By road (own vehicle): 26%
By train: 8%
By road (public transport): 2%

Most people are planning longer holidays
How long will the holiday be?
More than 7 days: 31%
6-7 days: 27%
4-5 days: 31%
2-3 days: 11%

3-4 star hotels the preferred choice
Where will you stay?
3-4 star hotel/resort: 43%
Luxury hotel/resort: 26%
Budget hotel/resort: 24%
With family/friends: 7%

Weariness of lockdown main reason for holiday
Why are you taking a holiday?
Need a break from lockdown: 63%
Kids need a holiday: 10%
Getting a good holiday deal/discount: 9%
To claim LTA/leave or it will lapse: 2%
Others: 16%

Fear of Covid kept people off vacations
What are the main reasons for not taking a holiday?
Can’t take risk of Covid infection: 81%
Don’t have surplus money: 15%
Won’t get leave from work: 1%
Others: 3%

Also read: Your 9-point checklist for a covid-free holiday

People are big on taking basic health precautions
What precautions do you plan to take while travelling?
Carrying masks/gloves/sanitiser: 95%
Carrying oximeter/thermometer: 41%
Carrying medicines/supplements: 65%
Carrying own food/avoiding buffet meals: 28%
Ensuring room is sanitised: 70%