Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, families are still finding ways to plan a getaway. With more flexible work and school arrangements, many families are embracing the idea of a ‘flexcation’ — an emerging travel trend created by us where families rent holiday homes for longer to mix work and play.
Data: Taking a ‘flexcation’ is the latest family travel trend
Recent research reveals that travellers have more flexibility during Covid-19
Our nationwide survey of families revealed:
- 50% of those surveyed agreed that flexible school schedules provide more flexibility for holidays.
- 48% said they can work from anywhere.
- 21% of respondents said working from anywhere creates big opportunities for travel.
This created big opportunities for travel in the second half of 2020.
Longer stays reduce turnkey expenses
Travel data from our platform indicates that families also want to take longer holidays. With the ability to work remotely or complete online assignments anywhere there’s a WiFi connection, there’s no need for travellers to cut a weekend trip short to get back in time for class or to punch the clock on Monday morning. This also reduces turnkey expenses for partners.
How you can attract ‘flexcationers’
- Update your amenities to include essentials like high-speed WiFi, kitchen and private pools.
- Allow pets and children.
- Make sure that your rates are added for all of 2021 and consider discounts for longer stays.
- Watch for unexpected spikes in demand and adjust your rates accordingly.
- Cleanliness has always been important, but it’s critical in the wake of COVID-19. Use these enhanced cleaning and disinfection guidelines created for holiday rentals in collaboration with government, travel industry and medical experts.
