The Middle East crisis is naturally also affecting the travel industry and air travel—particularly through higher oil and jet fuel prices.
However, we do not foresee a jet fuel shortage in Germany—a view confirmed by Federal Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche. The 2026 summer vacation is not in jeopardy—the supply situation remains stable.
Germans still want to travel. Many bookings for the summer were already made last year. Now, due to the Middle East crisis, booking decisions are once again being made at shorter notice. People are making more informed decisions and seeking reliability and security. In this regard, package tours offer the best protection for travelers. Should a trip not take place due to unavoidable extraordinary circumstances, customers can rebook or receive a refund.
