[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”HEADER – How Do Gen Z Travel for Business?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”rgba(216,216,216,0.67)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-Gen-Z-Travel-WEB.jpg” parallax=”on” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”%91%93″][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”How do Gen Z Travel for Business?” subhead=”Everything You Need to Know About the New Generation of Travellers” admin_label=”HEADER – How Do Gen Z Travel for Business?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_font_size=”61px” title_line_height=”1.7em” subhead_font_size=”24px” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.13)” background_enable_image=”off” title_font_size_tablet=”51px” title_font_size_phone=”26px” subhead_font_size_tablet=”24px” subhead_font_size_phone=”14px” subhead_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”%91%93″ button_one_text__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Introduction” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”|-156px||12px|false|false” custom_padding=”7vh|0px|7vh|0px|false|false” border_color_all=”rgba(255,186,96,0.6)” border_width_right=”8vw” border_color_right=”#5b8cb1″ locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”ROW – Introduction” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”82%” max_width_phone=”80%” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”50px|0px|50px|0px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|150px|50px|0px|true|false” custom_padding_phone=”50px|150px|50px|0px|true|false” use_custom_width=”on” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Introduction” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”35px” custom_margin=”2%||3.4%||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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A lot has been said about the generation born between 1997 and 2012. This new era of young adults is unique in the way it has been shaped by technology, nurtured by social media, and defined by the digital world. As more and more members of Gen Z enter the workforce, businesses want to understand what makes them tick and tap into their potential as new employees and customers.<\/p>\n
While it is reductive to lump all Gen Z into a homogenous group with identical values and interests, there are common threads that tie them together. This includes an increased awareness of climate change, a desire for digital convenience, and a demand for personalised experiences.<\/p>\n
These personal values extend to business travel, too. According to a 2023 survey by SAP Concur<\/a>, over 70% of Gen Z professionals say they view business travel as a career perk, and nearly 40% say they would decline a job that doesn’t include travel opportunities. For Gen Z, business travel isn\u2019t just about meetings and clocking miles – it\u2019s about purpose.<\/p>\n In this blog, we explore how Gen Z might approach business travel differently from previous generations, what values influence their travel behaviours, and the key takeaways for travel managers and bookers looking to serve them better.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”#more-gen-z” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Learn More About Gen Z Travellers” admin_label=”BUTTON- More Gen Z” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Asian-Businesswoman-Young-Green-Wall-WEB.jpg” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”662px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”HEADER – 2. Purpose-Driven and Eco-Concious” module_id=”Karan-start” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#efefef” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”10vh||10vh||true|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ admin_label=”ROW – 1. Digitally Native Expectations” module_id=”more-gen-z” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gen-Z-Using-Mobile.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”595px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#5B8CB1″ custom_padding=”35px|35px|35px|35px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – 1. Digitally Native Expectations” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”35px” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”0.1%||0.1%||true|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#FFFFFF” admin_label=”ROW – 1. Digitally Native Expectations” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” link_font=”|700|||||||” link_text_color=”#FFFFFF” quote_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”2%||2%||true|false” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Gen Z has grown up in a fully digital world, where instant access to information, services, and entertainment is the norm rather than the exception. Unlike previous generations, they have never experienced travel planning without the aid of smartphones, apps, or real-time connectivity.<\/p>\n As a result, they have come to expect seamless digital experiences at every stage of their journey. Whether it\u2019s researching destinations, booking flights and accommodations, modifying itineraries on the go, or submitting expense reports, Gen Z prioritises the convenience of going digital.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A study by eMarketer<\/a> highlights this shift in behaviour. 55% of Gen Z travellers and 62% of Millennials have made travel-related purchases directly from their smartphones. In contrast, only 44% of Gen X and a mere 28% of Baby Boomers have done the same, underscoring a generational divide in tech adoption and expectations. For Gen Z, mobile-first isn\u2019t a luxury; it\u2019s a baseline requirement.<\/p>\n Their expectations also extend beyond booking. They want real-time notifications about flight delays or gate changes, easy mobile check-ins for hotels and flights, and hassle-free communication with customer service via chat or social media. In the event of disruptions, they expect automated solutions such as instant rebooking or alternative travel options without the need for lengthy calls or manual processes. Additionally, AI-powered travel tools that offer personalised recommendations based on their preferences, past behaviour, and current trends are not just welcomed, they are expected.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” width=”100%” max_width=”1420px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”5px” border_color_all=”#5B8CB1″ border_style_all=”double” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#5B8CB1″ background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/quote-large-web.png” title_text=”quote-large-web” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” filter_saturate=”0%” filter_brightness=”200%” filter_contrast=”200%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”5%||-2%||false|false” custom_padding=”|65px|||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “When I travel for work, I want it to feel intentional. I don’t want to just rush from the airport to the meeting room – I like being able to schedule in time to explore the place I’m visiting. Even though it’s for professional purposes, I firmly believe that t<\/em>ravel should add something to your life, not just fill a date on the work calendar. I also like having the option to travel on more eco-friendly routes where possible, even if it means spending a little more time getting from place to place.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ custom_margin=”5.3%||0%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n – Emily, 24, Junior Marketing Executive<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”HEADER – 2. Purpose-Driven and Eco-Concious” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.49) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.49) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overhead-Solar-Panel-WEB.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”10vh||10vh||true|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ admin_label=”HEADER – 2. 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Purpose-Driven and Eco-Concious” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”0%||0%||true|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”36px” header_2_font_size_phone=”26px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY -2. Purpose-Driven and Eco-Concious” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” link_font=”|700|||||||” link_text_color=”#FFFFFF” ul_font=”||||||||” custom_margin=”2%||2%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Gen Z is often labelled the \u201cactivist generation,\u201d and for good reason. According to Deloitte\u2019s 2024 Global Gen Z Survey<\/a>, more than 70% of Gen Z individuals take a company\u2019s environmental footprint into account when deciding where to work. This sustainability mindset isn\u2019t limited to consumer behaviour or career choices; it increasingly influences their approach to business travel as well.<\/p>\n For Gen Z travellers, sustainability is not a tick-box exercise; it\u2019s a core expectation. Many actively seek out greener travel options and are willing to make trade-offs in convenience or cost to align with their environmental values. This can include:<\/p>\n Travel managers might need to rethink traditional priorities like cost and convenience by adding sustainability as a core pillar of travel policy. Integrating carbon footprint tracking directly into booking platforms allows travellers to make informed decisions about their environmental impact.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n As a result, your TMC should be equipped with technology that allows you to track and report CO\u2082 emissions per trip, offer filters for eco-friendly flights and hotels, and provide transparent sustainability ratings. Additionally, access to real-time data on emissions can help companies meet ESG goals.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – 3. More %22Bleisure%22 Travel Options” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”6vh||6vh||true|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”HEADER -3. More %22Bleisure%22 Travel Options” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”76%” width_phone=”76%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” max_width=”1420px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER -3. More %22Bleisure%22 Travel Options” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”35px” custom_margin=”3%||3%||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”28px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – 3. More %22Bleisure%22 Travel Options” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” ul_font=”||||||||” custom_margin=”0%||0%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]The blending of business and leisure travel – commonly referred to as leisure – has become a defining trend among Gen Z professionals. For this generation, work and life are not seen as strictly separate entities but as fluid experiences that can enhance one another.<\/p>\n According to the 2023 Expedia Business Travel Index<\/a>, 65% of Gen Z business travellers reported extending a work trip for personal leisure, significantly outpacing Gen X, of whom only 44% did the same. This data highlights a generational shift toward maximising travel opportunities for both professional and personal enrichment.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Unlike previous generations, travel is seen not just as a necessity for work but as a chance for personal growth, self-care, and exploration. This mindset is closely linked to Gen Z\u2019s emphasis on work-life integration, where flexible travel policies are seen as a reflection of broader company values around autonomy and well-being.<\/p>\n To support this evolving travel behaviour, corporate travel programs must become more adaptable. Traditional rigid travel policies that prioritise short trips with little room for customisation have the potential to frustrate Gen Z travellers. Instead, travel bookers should: [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Man-Hotel-Room-Relax-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”710px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” width=”100%” max_width=”1420px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”5px” border_color_all=”#5B8CB1″ border_style_all=”double” border_width_top=”5px” border_width_bottom=”5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#5B8CB1″ background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/quote-large-web.png” title_text=”quote-large-web” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” filter_saturate=”0%” filter_brightness=”200%” filter_contrast=”200%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”4.9%||-2%||false|false” custom_padding=”|65px|||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “One of the best parts of business travel for me is being able to stay a few extra days and keep working remotely. If I\u2019m flying somewhere for a meeting, why not set up my laptop at a local caf\u00e9 or a co-working space in a new city? I get my work done, but I also get inspired – it\u2019s a win-win in my eyes.\u201d<\/em>“<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ custom_margin=”5.3%||0%||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n – Megan, 21, Travel Consultant<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Sustainability Promo” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Trees-Aerial-WEB.jpg” parallax=”on” custom_padding=”10vh||10vh||true|false” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”SECTION – 4. Remote Working Opportunities” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”85px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_cta title=”Sustainability is in our DNA” button_url=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/legacy\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”LEARN MORE ABOUT LEGACY” admin_label=”CTA – Sustainability Promo” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”37px” header_line_height=”1.5em” background_color=”#49c649″ custom_button=”on” button_bg_color=”#49c649″ button_icon=”I||divi||400″ custom_padding=”7vh|3vw|7vh|3vw|true|true” link_option_url=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/legacy\/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n At Gray Dawes, our mission is to ensure that everything we do is great for you, your company, our employees, the business travel industry, and the planet. Discover how we help clients minimise the environmental impact of their travel programmes, engage with local charities and communities, and empower our employees to be their best selves at work.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”85px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – 4. Remote Working Opportunities” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”17vh||17vh||true|false” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ admin_label=”ROW- 4. Remote Working Opportunities” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_margin=”-50px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Remote-Work-Laptop-Home-WEB.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”747px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#5B8CB1″ custom_padding=”35px|35px|35px|35px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – 4. Remote Working Opportunities” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”35px” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”0.1%||0.1%||true|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”27px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#FFFFFF” admin_label=”BODY – 4. Remote Working Opportunities” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” link_font=”|700|||||||” link_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Gen Z has entered the workforce with a fundamentally different perspective on where and how work gets done. As digital natives, they are inherently comfortable with virtual collaboration tools, cloud-based systems, and mobile work environments. This fluency with technology, combined with a strong preference for flexibility and autonomy.<\/p>\n A 2023 report by Deloitte found that nearly 75% of Gen Z employees consider flexibility in where and when they work to be a top priority when evaluating job opportunities. This preference aligns with a growing trend among young professionals to “work from anywhere,” turning business travel into extended remote work experiences rather than single-purpose trips. For Gen Z, a work trip doesn\u2019t necessarily start and end with a meeting or conference. It may involve working remotely from the destination for a few days before or after the main event.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n According to a 2024 Skyscanner travel trends report<\/a>, 58% of Gen Z business travellers expressed interest in extending work trips specifically to work remotely from new locations. This approach is seen not just as a perk but as a means to improve mental health, reduce burnout, and increase job satisfaction. Platforms like Airbnb have also noted a rise in long-term stays<\/a> (28+ days), particularly among younger travellers, many of whom are combining work and travel in non-traditional ways.<\/p>\n For Gen Z, business travel is no longer just about being present at a physical location for a fixed schedule. It\u2019s about choice. Companies that want to attract and retain top Gen Z talent must recognise this shift and build travel programs that support hybrid or remote-first business travel models.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”SECTION – Conclusion” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.65) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.65) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Blue-Background.jpg” parallax=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_5,3_5,1_5″ admin_label=”ROW – Conclusion” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” max_width=”1420px” max_width_tablet=”1420px” max_width_phone=”1420px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Conclusion” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”31px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Conclusion” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_font_size_tablet=”” header_3_font_size_phone=”31px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n They expect seamless digital experiences, flexible itineraries, personalised options, and ethical alignment with the brands and services they engage with. For TMCs and travel bookers, this represents both a challenge and a significant opportunity. In short, the traditional one-size-fits-all model no longer applies.<\/p>\n To meet Gen Z\u2019s expectations, travel programs must evolve to become smarter, more adaptive, and values-driven. That means integrating AI-powered personalisation, enabling hybrid and bleisure travel, offering transparent carbon tracking, and delivering user experiences that mirror the convenience of modern consumer apps.<\/p>\n As businesses become increasingly global and purpose-oriented, companies and TMCs that embrace the generational shift will be better positioned to attract top talent, boost traveller satisfaction, and demonstrate a forward-thinking approach to corporate responsibility. 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It’s not an exaggeration to suggest that Gen Z is reshaping the corporate travel scene<\/h3>\n
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