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(Lebanon, NH – November 6, 2025) — A new snap survey by Global Rescue shows that nearly half of travelers (48%) are not changing their travel plans despite the FAA’s decision to reduce air traffic in high-volume US markets by 10% amid the ongoing government shutdown.

The findings come as the holiday season — the busiest travel period of the year — approaches, when millions of travelers are expected to take to the skies to visit family and friends. “Despite the potential for flight delays and cancellations, most travelers are showing confidence and flexibility in maintaining their plans,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and a US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board member at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

While most travelers remain undeterred, others are adjusting. About one in four (24%) said they are “waiting to see how long the FAA restrictions last” before making any changes, reflecting widespread uncertainty about how long delays and cancellations may persist.

Roughly one in five respondents reported taking action already:

• 6% have rescheduled travel dates to avoid expected disruptions.
• 6% have canceled at least one trip.
• 4% have switched to another mode of transportation such as driving or taking the train.
• 4% have changed airports or routes in hopes of bypassing congested hubs.

Another 16% of respondents said the issue doesn’t apply to them because they have no upcoming travel.

“Travelers are taking a wait-and-see approach,” Richards said. “While some are adjusting their plans, nearly half — 48% — are staying the course. That patience reflects how adaptable today’s travelers have become to uncertainty, especially with the busy holiday travel season fast approaching.”

Despite the disruption, overall traveler sentiment remains steady. “We’re seeing resilience and pragmatism,” Richards added. “People may reroute or delay a trip, but they’re not giving up on travel altogether.”

For more information, contact: Bill McIntyre | bmcintyre@globalrescue.com | +1 202.560.1195

About the Global Rescue SNAP Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,200 current and former members on November 6, 2025. The respondents revealed whether they are changing travel plans due to the FAA reducing air traffic in high-volume markets by 10% due to the US government shutdown.

About Global Rescue

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.

(Lebanon, NH – November 3, 2025) – Travelers are increasingly prioritizing authenticity, nature and mindfulness over nightlife, modern attractions or staying connected to digital devices, according to the world’s most experienced travelers responding to the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey.

When asked what motivates them most when choosing a destination, more than a third (35%) of respondents said natural beauty and outdoor immersion top their list, outpacing iconic attractions (27%) and cultural experiences (23%). Women were especially drawn to authentic culture and community (26%) compared to men (21%), while non-US travelers leaned slightly more toward natural environments (37%) than their US counterparts (34%).

“Travelers are looking for genuine experiences that help them feel more connected to the world and less tethered to technology,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and member of the US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the US Department of Commerce. “People aren’t just going places—they’re seeking meaning, restoration and perspective.”

Disconnecting from technology also plays a growing role in travel satisfaction. Only a third (33%) of respondents said unplugging was “not important,” while the majority rated it moderately to very important, with non-US travelers (38%) and women (35%) placing higher value on digital disconnection than men or Americans (both at 33%).

Cultural depth clearly outweighs party scenes or contemporary aesthetics. A resounding 75% of travelers said they prefer destinations for their historic significance rather than a modern vibe and nearly two-thirds (65%) said they seek hidden gems over iconic attractions. Non-US and female travelers showed a stronger inclination toward exploration off the beaten path (68% each).

Nightlife barely factors into destination decisions. Just 2% said nightlife ranks high in their travel choices, while nearly half (46%) said it doesn’t matter at all. “The data show a decisive shift toward self-enrichment and sustainability over stimulation,” Richards said. “Quiet, history-rich and culturally authentic destinations are winning over travelers who want depth, not distraction.”

Even when considering once-in-a-lifetime events, travelers remain measured. Only 4% said they plan to travel to Europe’s northern regions to view the 2026 total solar eclipse, though women (6%) and non-US respondents (6%) were more likely to consider the trip than men (4%) or US travelers (4%).

Across activities, hiking and trekking (50%) lead the list of motivations, followed by hunting and fishing (35%) and SCUBA or snorkeling (23%). Women were far more drawn to hiking (58%) and wellness-oriented pursuits, while men showed stronger interest in hunting, fishing and overlanding adventures.

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,600 current and former members between October 7–13, 2025. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.

(Lebanon, NH – October 29, 2025) Travel Weekly, the most influential B2B travel industry news resource, awarded Global Rescue two 2025 Magellan Awards. Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services. The awards recognized its travel service solutions. 

“With hundreds of entries from across the U.S. and around the world, the Magellan Award winners represent the best in the travel industry and salute the outstanding travel professionals behind it all. Each year, I think, 'This will be the year to remember' -- the year that creativity, innovation and inspiration in the entries of the Travel Weekly Magellan Awards has peaked. Yet this year has topped all that has come before," said Arnie Weissmann, editor-in-chief of Travel Weekly.

Magellan Gold was awarded to Global Rescue in the Travel Services Education/Training category for its Automated Partner Onboarding Campaign. “Global Rescue’s automated onboarding campaign transformed how new partners are trained, supported and activated. It replaced manual processes with a scalable, data-driven system. The result: higher engagement, improved retention and an increase in new partner growth,” said Samantha Hosking, the director of partner channel marketing. “By combining automation with intentional human touchpoints, Global Rescue has delivered a scalable, high-impact training solution. This approach elevates partner performance and internal efficiency alike,” she added.

Judges selected Global Rescue for a Silver Magellan Award in the Travel Services Marketing TV Commercial category. “In a world of fragmented media consumption, reaching our audience with the right message at the right moment required bold changes,” said Wil Klass, director of paid marketing. The "Global Rescue Protects You" [VIDEO] campaign marked a strategic shift into Connected TV (CTV) advertising. “Designed to reach high-intent travelers through on-demand streaming platforms, this campaign both looked good and performed well. It proved measurable success, driving revenue growth, expanding market presence and setting a new standard for how travel protection services engage modern audiences,” he added.

“It’s an honor to have our work recognized with two 2025 Magellan Awards. These awards celebrate innovation and excellence in travel services,” said Michael Holmes, vice president at Global Rescue. “These awards reflect our commitment to helping travelers explore the world with confidence, whether for adventure, leisure or business. Our global network of well-trained partners plays a vital role in every travel experience. Together, we empower people to travel boldly and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing Global Rescue will be there whenever and wherever they need us,” he added.

About Global Rescue 

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. The company has supported its clients—including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions—during every globally significant crisis of the past two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com. 

About the Magellan Awards

The Magellan Awards are judged and overseen by a one-of-a-kind panel of top travel professionals representing the best names and most accomplished leaders from the industry. In determining winners, entries do not compete with one another; instead, they are judged against a standard of excellence based on the long experience of Travel Weekly. To uphold this high standard of excellence, a category may have multiple winners or may have no winners at all.

About Travel Weekly

Travel Weekly is the most influential provider of news, research, opinion and analysis to the North American travel trade marketplace. It reaches a broad industry audience in print, online and with face-to-face events throughout the year. Travel Weekly is a part of Northstar Travel Group, the leading B-to-B media company providing information and marketing solutions for the global travel industry. Northstar Travel Group is based in Rutherford, NJ and more information is available at northstartravelgroup.com

(Lebanon, NH – October 27, 2025) – As the holiday season approaches, new data from the Fall 2025 Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey reveal that travelers worldwide are preparing to travel — but with clear distinctions between men and women, and between U.S. and international respondents.

More than half of travelers (54%) said they will travel both internationally and domestically between November and February. However, non-U.S. travelers are more than three times as likely as Americans to travel internationally only (21% vs. 6%), underscoring the stronger global appetite for long-haul travel. Men are also slightly more likely than women to take both domestic and international trips (57% vs. 51%), while women were more inclined to stay home altogether (17% vs. 14%).

“The data show that enthusiasm for global travel remains strong heading into winter, with men and international travelers leading the way,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies and a member of the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Japan Tops the Travel Wish List

When asked to name one dream destination if they could receive a trip as a gift, Japan was the clear favorite, selected by 24% of all respondents and an even higher 31% of non-U.S. travelers. Italy (14%) and New Zealand (11%) followed, rounding out the top three global wish-list destinations, ahead of France (3%) and Spain (4%). Women were somewhat more drawn to France (5%) and Portugal (9%), while men favored Japan and Italy nearly equally.

Travel Gifting Reflects Gender — and Family — Differences

When it comes to gifting travel, men and women diverge sharply. Nearly half of men (48%) said they would give an international trip to their spouse, compared to just 25% of women. Women were four times more likely than men to choose a friend or neighbor (18% vs. 6%) and more than twice as likely to select “other” recipients (20% vs. 8%), suggesting a broader or more altruistic approach to travel giving. Across all demographics, children were evenly chosen as travel gift recipients (17%), while a notable 39% said they would gift a trip to a sibling — highlighting the growing trend of family-based travel experiences.

Where They’d Send First-Time Travelers

Asked where they’d send someone who has never traveled abroad, respondents most often chose New Zealand (21%), followed by the Amalfi Coast, Italy (16%), Kyoto, Japan (9%), and London (8%). Non-U.S. travelers were significantly more likely to pick Asian or South American destinations such as Kyoto (15%) or Machu Picchu (8%), while Americans favored the Amalfi Coast (19%) and New Zealand (23%). Women showed stronger preferences for romantic or scenic European destinations, including Amalfi (20%) and Provence (12%), whereas men leaned slightly toward adventurous options such as Kyoto (11%) and Machu Picchu (5%).

For more information, contact:

Bill McIntyre | Email: bmcintyre@globalrescue.com | Phone: +1 202.560.1195

About the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey

Global Rescue, the leading travel risk and crisis response provider, surveyed more than 1,600 current and former members between October 7–13, 2025. The respondents revealed a variety of behaviors, attitudes, and preferences regarding current and future travel.

About Global Rescue

Global Rescue is the world's leading provider of medical, security, evacuation, and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments, and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor, and respond to client medical and security crises. Global Rescue has provided medical and security support to its clients — including Fortune 500 companies, governments, and academic institutions — during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.