Even with some countries starting to ease out of lockdown protocols, the future of the travel industry is uncertain and it's not quite clear when people will be able to go on work trips, vacations or other getaways—to support people during a difficult time, Airbnb released a series of virtual backgrounds to virtually transport people outdoors. As travel lovers find themselves adapting to the new normal by spending more time indoors, Airbnb is inviting people to chance their day-to-day scenery on video calls.
In the downloadable zip file, Airbnb includes a collection of inspiring travel backdrops, including accommodations that can be booked on its platform like dreamy five-storey bamboo treehouses in Bali and modern lakeside houses in Ireland.
Travel-Inspired Virtual Backgrounds
Airbnb Shared a Series of Views to Transport People Outdoors
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Getaways - The rise of virtual backgrounds prompts the creation of platforms that allow people to experience travel destinations in a more immersive way through virtual and augmented reality.
2. Virtual Office Spaces - Virtual backgrounds for work meetings offer an opportunity to create customizable virtual office spaces, allowing for more flexibility and creativity when it comes to remote work environments.
3. Virtual Experiences - The pandemic has prompted an increased demand for virtual experiences, leading to the creation of platforms that allow people to travel, attend events, and enjoy activities from the comfort of their own homes.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Hotels and resorts can use virtual and augmented reality to offer more immersive and engaging experiences for guests, regardless of where they are in the world.
2. Tech - The rise of virtual and augmented reality technologies presents opportunities for tech companies to develop innovative solutions that enhance remote work, virtual events, and virtual travel experiences.
3. Tourism - The tourism industry can leverage virtual and augmented reality technologies to offer travelers a more immersive and realistic pre-trip experience, encouraging them to visit destinations and book experiences they might not have considered before.