Malaysians prefer to travel in smaller groups amid Covid-19 pandemic


Malaysians prefer to travel in small groups with family and friends amid the pandemic. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star

Malaysians prefer to travel in small groups with family and friends amid the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a recent study.

The Meaningful Travel Trends Survey 2021, an initiative by Airbnb and global data analytics firm YouGov, also revealed that local travellers prefer slower-paced holidays and explore off-the-beaten-path nature destinations.

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