Leave That Middle Seat Empty

Despite countries enforcing new travel restrictions, the desire to travel internationally remains very strong, reported Amex Trendex on July 29, 2020. But one thing that could be a win-win for both consumers and airlines are increased virus prevention measures. In fact, 63% of U.S. consumers are willing to pay extra to have every other seat on an airplane remain empty.

That’s according to a new monthly poll from American Express that tracks how consumers, small businesses, and merchants feel about spending, saving, traveling, and other aspects of life during the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus pandemic of 2020.