INFOGRAPHIC: What travel might look like in a socially-distant world
As the travel industry starts preparing for the new normal and frontiers start opening up, it needs to ensure there is a balance between health and safety measures with ease of travel.
The industry will need to consider many protocols and adapt to changes, including a world of social distancing and how this can significantly change a traveller’s journey.
Amadeus has created an infographic highlighting some key trends that will be critical in helping the industry on the road to recovery.
Check it out below:
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