Global
Intra-Regional Travel Abroad on the Rise for U.S. Business Travelers
Evolving travel patterns can lead to better negotiations with local carriers.
Brent Eisenach & Ron Hobson
Manager / Manager - CWT North America Air Solutions / CWT Global Solutions Technology
U.S. domestic air traffic for business remained fairly consistent from 2004 to 2006, according to CWT client spend data. At the same time, air traffic from the United States to Canada witnessed a slight increase, while travel to Asia increased less dramatically than expected. Although there appears to be little change in the mix of international destinations, U.S. business travelers are increasingly traveling onward within destination countries and regions. Corporate buyers should monitor this trend and consider volume thresholds for initiating negotiations with local airlines.
