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Canadians still prioritize spending on travel amid high inflation

Báo Quốc TếBáo Quốc Tế12/08/2023

Travel is becoming an important expense for Canadians despite high inflation as many of them prioritize vacations over essential spending, a new study by online travel company FlightHub Group Inc. says.
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Many Canadians still prioritize spending on travel amid high inflation. (Illustration photo)

Specifically, the survey of 2,000 Canadians found that nearly half (about 48%) have cut their budget to afford a trip.

“Even in challenging economic times, the desire to explore and connect with the world remains a fundamental aspect of the human spirit,” FlightHub CEO Chris Dave said in a press release.

Of those who have flown in the past two years, 57% have cut back on non-essential expenses to afford a trip this year. That number jumps to 77% in New Brunswick, the highest of any Canadian province.

Many of those who cut back to afford a trip even reduced essential expenses, with 41% cutting back on everyday spending. Those who still can’t afford to travel are turning to other financial means, with 28% using credit cards to fund their trips.

Younger Canadians are also making compromises to make their travel dreams come true. Of them, 57% have cut back on trips to restaurants, theaters, and concerts. Meanwhile, 69% of Gen Zers say they are willing to work overtime to travel.

A separate study by SAP Concur, which provides business travel and expense management services, found that nearly half (48%) feel travel is important to keep up with the latest trends, technologies and advancements, as well as establishing relationships with new customers (47%).

However, 96% recognize that there are threats to business travel, with inflation (44%) being one of the biggest issues. The survey said economic uncertainty has impacted travel for 91% of Canadian business people, causing them to reduce their travel budget by 47%.



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