Kayak introduces virtual hub for quarantined travellers

Published on : Tuesday, April 28, 2020

 

Kayak is launching its virtual travel hub which features a selection of curated city guides so globetrotters can #TravelFromHome.

 

Curated virtual city guides aimed to provide some light relief to those suffering from cabin fever and offer a chance to be submerged in new surroundings is offered in the series.

It starts off with curated virtual guides to Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Berlin and London, the virtual travel hub is now live and additional destinations will be released in the coming weeks.

Along with access to a virtual tour of the destinations, users will also be able to experience a curated selection of local recipes for lunch, dinner and cocktails, or a playlist to get in the mood for each city.

 

Language lesson will cover commonly used phrases, a virtual tour from local museums and galleries and a list of books, TV series and movies related to each city.

Those paying a virtual visit to Amsterdam will find a preview of the Rijksmuseum, an immersive look at the city’s scenic views with a helicopter tour and a step by step guide on recreating the Netherland’s well-loved Stroopwafels.

 

Evan Day, country manager UK, for Kayak commented that at Kayak they understand that these unprecedented times can bring a lot of emotions to the fore, from uncertainty and anxiety, to boredom and restlessness.

Having a level of escapism and something to look forward to, are now more important than ever and the virtual travel hub  is aimed to give users a fun, exciting distraction, whether you’re wanting to learn something new, ‘visit’ your favourite destination or get a preview to a location you plan on visiting.

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