The pandemic has left the travel industry shellshocked and travelers unsure when they can travel again. HipCamp offers people the opportunity to stay anywhere from a cabin in the woods to unused farmland, offering the dose of nature they crave and helping hosts stay afloat in tough times.

Hiking and camping might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but the pandemic forcing people to stay inside has sparked new interest in exploring the outdoors. From camping to fishing, Americans are showing more interest in vacation and leisure activities that reconnect them with nature.

How has the pandemic changed what we do in cities? Will booking a holiday ever be stress-free? Has restaurant dining changed forever? In this part of the 2021 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how people are socialising at a distance and finding fun in safe experiences.

Lockdown has left people desperate to escape and get away for a holiday, but many lack the confidence to take the plunge and book something. Stay Small, Stay Safe’s campaign is stressing their pandemic protection processes to win guest trust and keep them safe.