Travel Demand Rises as Middle East Tensions Ease; Modetour Bookings Up 32%
Creatrip Team
a month ago
Expectations of reduced geopolitical risk after US-Iran talks and lower fuel surcharges have revived overseas travel demand in South Korea. Modetour reported a 32% week-on-week rise in bookings (July 15–19). Southeast Asia led recovery—Indonesia and Vietnam bookings rose 62% and 38%—driven by short flights and family beach vacations. Nearby destinations China and Japan saw ~20% increases (China helped by visa-free entry and summer nature spots like Baekdusan and Zhangjiajie; Japan by Hokkaido seasonal demand). Long-haul interest grew strongly: Europe bookings jumped 122%, led by Spain, aided by larger savings from fuel surcharge cuts. Modetour plans to expand promotions for Southeast Asian family resorts and add premium “High Class” and “Modu Signature” products for long-haul routes, while monitoring factors like seat supply, exchange rates, and local costs. (Baekdusan: a Korean mountain; Zhangjiajie: scenic national park; Hokkaido: northern Japanese island)
