NEW YORK – Many Americans sort their clothes, pack their bags and can not wait – to go to the laundry? A new study finds things that are considered commonplace before the pandemic now becomes the highlights of our weeks.
A survey among 2,005 Americans found nearly a third (32%) that the simple task of washing laundry had become the highlight of their entire week. Sixty-nine percent say that after spending so much time indoors, it feels like it’s a thrill.
Adventure bar so low, grocery shopping and getting gas are weekly joys for people
The study, conducted by OnePoll in collaboration with Apple Vacations and Secrets Resorts & Spas, examined how trained people were during COVID over the past year. Researchers find 44 percent that groceries are now a surprisingly exciting moment in their lives. Thirty-five percent admit that filling their gas tank now gives them an excitement like never before.
The desire to find a sense of escape during this time is important to many. In fact, 59 percent of respondents say they are ‘at the end of their queues’ due to constant isolation.
As a result, 62 percent add that since March 2020, what they want from a real vacation has changed significantly. Once people feel safe to travel, 56 percent say they will go on the longest vacation of their entire lives.
Two out of three people cannot wait to experience new faces and sounds in person again. Americans are so desperate to get away that they are willing to pay big bucks to be able to do so. Researchers find that the average American is willing to spend nearly $ 7,000 just to finally get the chance to travel again.
“As Americans get ready to return to travel, it’s more important than ever to disconnect from the stress of the past year – even if it means just relaxing on a private beach,” says senior director of marketing, Consumer brands at Apple Leisure Group, Dana Studebaker, in a statement.
Americans want to travel, but travel safely
While people are slowly reintroducing themselves to society in a safe way, three out of five are eager to finally have the opportunity to travel with friends and family as soon as the closure measures come to an end.
Because of the pandemic, 59 percent say they have been bitten by the travel bug and want to travel much more frequently than ever before. Despite the desire to get away, more than half of the poll (51%) only plan to travel to places where COVID-19 tests are readily available. In addition, 56 percent plan to get a coronavirus vaccine as soon as they can so they can eventually travel.
“People are excited to travel again and are looking for deals that ensure they can do so safely, without taking away from the luxury experiences they love during their vacation,” adds Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Secrets Resorts by. & Spas Erica Doyne.