March 13, 2023

Women Continue to Dominate the Travel Industry Despite Gender Inequality in Executive Roles

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  • The travel industry has long been a woman-centric industry, with women comprising 54% of its workforce globally, according to data from the World Travel & Tourism Council.
  • Women also typically make around 80-85% of all travel decisions.
  • While gender inequality still exists in the industry’s executive branches, other portions of the travel industry are predominantly female-focused, such as travel advising, which is primarily made up of women who appreciate its flexibility and at-home career style.
  • This Women’s History Month, it’s important to celebrate the women who have participated in this industry and paved the way for generations to come.
  • Marketing opportunities: Travel companies and organizations, marketing strategists, travel advisors, researchers.