# Semi-Private Travel Companies are boasting private & semi-private flights for the post-COVID era. By [Kalin Ned](https://www.trendhunter.com/knedelch), Research Writer | Published Apr 14, 2021 | Category: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/business-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/semiprivate-travel ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Semi-Private Travel trend? **Semi-Private Travel:** Airlines, resorts, and travel-related brands are planning for private or semi-private flights. While before such experiences have been considered luxurious, in the post-COVID era, these services seem more like a necessity for comfort. ## The consumer insight behind the Semi-Private Travel trend Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the government-imposed restrictions that have been in effect for many months, consumers have altered their habits and interactions for the sake of safety. As countries gradually reopen and the economy attempts a re-start, individuals are remaining wary and anxious in their surroundings. In order to feel comfortable, safe, and at ease, consumers are looking for more intimate services. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 7 to Nov 3, 2020 - Published: Apr 14, 2021 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Semi-Private Travel trend ### Semi-Private Travel Companies are offering private or semi-private flights as a necessity for comfort for individuals who are anxious about their surroundings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ### Contactless Boarding Companies are redesigning air travels to offer semi-private flights with contact-free boarding that allows travelers to skip long lineups in terminals and support social distancing measures as they ease back into travel in the post-COVID era. ### Private Passenger Drones The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the creation of innovative private passenger drones as a transportation solution for urbanites to get around easily and comfortably in urban environments. ## What the Semi-Private Travel trend means for industry ### For Airlines Airlines can offer semi-private or private flights to cater to the needs of anxious travelers in the post-COVID era. ### For Luxury Travel Luxury travel companies can offer customizable private flights that provide luxurious, streamlined travel experiences that match consumer schedules and preferences. ### For Transportation Transportation companies can innovate to provide innovative private passenger drones as a transportation solution for urbanites to get around easily and efficiently in urban environments. ## Workshop question How can your brand ease anxiety for consumers in the post-COVID era? ## Trend signals for Semi-Private Travel Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 76%, activity 64%, freshness 10%. - Popularity: 76% - Activity: 64% - Freshness: 10% ## Examples of the Semi-Private Travel trend 4 featured examples from Jan 7 to Nov 3, 2020. - [Private Passenger Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kite-drone): The Conceptual 'KITE' Drone Offers Space for Four Passengers (Category: Eco) Implication: The transportation industry can explore developing and investing in passenger drone technology as a new mode of transportation to cater to urbanites' needs. - [Semi-Private Flight Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semiprivate-flights): Areo Offers First-Class-Only Flights with Contact-Free Boarding (Category: World) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the aviation industry by introducing semi-private flight options and enhancing the overall passenger experience. - [Private Jet Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-flight): Natty Light Debuts the 'Flight to Nowhere' to Quench Travel Desires (Category: World) Implication: Travel and hospitality industries can leverage virtual travel experiences, unique staycations, and branded experiences to cater to consumers' needs and desires during the pandemic. - [Customizable Private Flights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aman-resorts-international): Aman Resorts International Launched a Luxury Private Jet Service (Category: Business) Implication: The luxury travel industry can leverage Aman Resorts International's customizable private flight service to cater to affluent customers seeking unique and exclusive travel experie… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Conversion](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-assisted-checkout) (Business) - [Occasion Commerce](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/occasion-commerce) (Business) - [Autonomous Merchandising](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomous-merchandising) (Business) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Business - [Performance-Based Creator Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-ad-platforms) - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Natural Deodorant Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-beauty-studios) - [Mini Beauty Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-luxuries-store) All articles: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business)