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trivago launches new Weekend product in UK and US
Weekend helps travellers discover nearby locations for unforgettable weekend getaways
DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY—
Weekend highlights close-to-home adventures and experiences in direct response to the travel restrictions caused by the pandemic. The product taps into the need for experiential, memory-making trips coveted by modern travellers. The launch in the US and
“With the pandemic placing restrictions on travel, many of us have become aware of some of the incredible destinations and activities available on our doorstep,” says
trivago users in the US and
The product is expected to be rolled out to select markets throughout the year.
The launch follows trivago’s acquisition of weekend.com in January. The company has since integrated weekend.com’s content, focused on inspirational weekend getaway packages, into its own platform.
Recent research from trivago reveals that activities and hobbies are increasingly important in choosing breaks and getaways: ‘discovering new things’ was the number one travel inspiration for British consumers, and of those who have picked up a new hobby during the pandemic (56%), more than half (54%) say that it’s at least somewhat likely that they will pick a trip connected to a new hobby once the pandemic ends.
To learn more, visit trivago.com.
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trivago is a leading global hotel search platform focused on reshaping the way travelers search for and compare hotels and alternative accommodations. Incorporated in 2005 in Düsseldorf, Germany, the platform allows travelers to make informed decisions by personalizing their hotel search and providing them access to a deep supply of hotel information and prices. trivago enables its advertisers to grow their businesses by providing access to a broad audience of travelers via its websites and apps. As of
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