1851

Every day, <a href="https://www.creditdonkey.com/business-travel-statistics.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">approximately 1.3 million business travelers</a> catch flights, trains and automobiles to take the journey to their next meeting, according to a study done by The Global Business Travel Association. Based on information gathered by <a href="https://www.dinova.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Dinova</a>, a B2B service for connecting business travelers with restaurants, this demographic tends to <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/consumer-trends/why-theres-big-business-business-travelers?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">spend twice as much as any other foodservice customer</a>.&nbsp;

In comparison to other groups, the on-the-go business traveler is more likely to choose a QSR or fast casual restaurant. From <a href="https://www.travelagewest.com/News/Shake-Shack-Opens-at-LAX?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Shake Shack</a> to <a href="https://www.hmshost.com/news/details/john-wayne-airport-blaze-pizza?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Blaze Pizza</a>, major fast casual brands have been ramping up efforts to reach the traveling consumer by opening locations in airports.

Earlier this summer, Panera<a href="https://www.restaurantdive.com/news/panera-takes-off-into-airport-segment-with-new-partnership/559568/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank"> entered a partnership with HMSHost</a>, a global restaurateur that develops travel dining venues, to expand its brand within major U.S. airports and travel plazas. <a href="https://www.hmshost.com/news/details/pret-a-manger-opens-shops-in-airports-across-the-united-states?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Pret A Manger recently opened its first airport location</a>, even adapting its offerings to better cater to the business traveler with more grab-and-go items on the menu.

It&rsquo;s not just airports that are proving to be hubs for travel consumers, either, but also <a href="https://1851franchise.com/the-fight-for-15-movement-s-next-destination-is-rest-stop-mcdonald-s-locations-2710856" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">rest stop centers located along busy highways</a>. These plazas have opened up opportunities for brands like <a href="https://www.hmshost.com/news/details/thomas-edison-service-area-new-jersey-turnpike-opens?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Chick-fil-A</a> and <a href="https://www.hmshost.com/news/details/monmouth-service-area-opens-garden-state-parkway?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Shake Shack</a>.

Of course, <a href="https://1851franchise.com/google-it-before-we-go-how-a-restaurant-s-website-can-make-or-break-sales-2710897#category" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">there&rsquo;s no escaping online ordering</a>, even for travelers. According to Dinova, 63 percent of business travelers surveyed use dining-related apps extensively. Considering many of these consumers find themselves in unfamiliar towns, Dinova&rsquo;s study says that 54 percent use <a href="https://1851franchise.com/yelp-is-getting-personal-the-app-is-adding-a-lifestyle-filter-to-better-cater-to-consumers-2710916#category" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">mobile devices to search for local places to eat</a>, 51 percent use them to research menus and 47 percent make mobile reservations.&nbsp;

A <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2018/08/13/1550587/0/en/US-Airport-Traffic-To-Grow-Over-25-In-Next-Ten-Years.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">recent forecast projects that U.S. airports will see over 25% growth in the next 10 years</a>. As franchise brands continue to fight for the traveling consumer&rsquo;s business, the competition to feed hungry travelers shouldn&rsquo;t slow anytime soon.&nbsp;

To read more on the subject, click <a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/consumer-trends/why-theres-big-business-business-travelers?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises-2710927" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">here</a>.

On-The-Go: Business Travelers Prove To Be an Important Demographic for QSR and Fast Casual Franchises

1851 Franchise

Business travelers tend to prefer QSR and fast casual food options, spending an average of 50 to 100% more than non-traveler customers.


on-the-go-business-travelers-prove-to-be-an-important-demographic-for-qsr-and-fast-casual-franchises

TruBlue Home Service Ally

TruBlue’s Home Maintenance Plans: Peace of Mind for Homeowners

trublues-home-maintenance-plans-peace-of-mind-for-homeowners

Caring Transitions

Caring Transitions Targets Peoria, Illinois, for Franchise Growth

caring-transitions-targets-peoria-illinois-for-franchise-growth

Caring Transitions Celebrates a Strong Start to 2025 With 19 New Franchise Sales and Momentum-Building Training Events

caring-transitions-celebrates-a-strong-start-to-2025-with-19-new-franchise-sales-and-momentum-building-training-events

Right at Home

Right at Home 30th Anniversary in Home Care with Right at Home Logo

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence and Future Innovations in Home Care

celebrating-30-years-of-excellence-and-future-innovations-in-home-care

Why TruBlue is the Ideal Franchise for Multi-Unit Owners: Scalable Growth With a Purpose

why-trublue-is-the-ideal-franchise-for-multi-unit-owners-scalable-growth-with-a-purpose

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

1851 Login

GROWTH CLUB LOGIN

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

DoorDash Expansion Could Reshape Delivery and Operations for Franchise Brands - 1851 Franchise

DoorDash Expansion Could Reshape Delivery and Operations for Franchise Brands

doordash-acquistions-deliveroo-sevenrooms

Crumbl Franchise Investment - TSG Consumer Partners -  1851 Franchise

TSG Consumer Partners Takes Minority Stake in Crumbl, Signaling Franchise Growth Potential

crumbl-franchise-investment-tsg-consumer

Yum Brands Reports Strong Q1 Results with Big Boost from Taco Bell

yum-brands-reports-strong-q1-results-with-big-boost-from-taco-bell

QSR: McDonald’s Gains Momentum With Chicken Innovation, Value Deals and Franchisee Support

mcdonalds-franchise-recovery-chicken-strategy-value-deals-2025

The Future of Franchising: Trends and Predictions for 2025 and Beyond

the-future-of-franchising-trends-and-predictions-for-2025-and-beyond

Layoffs Surge to Pandemic-Era Highs, Opening Doors for Franchise Growth

layoffs-surge-to-pandemic-era-highs-opening-doors-for-franchise-growth

Franchisee spotlight image with Randy and Sandy Craft, Children's Lighthouse logo on blue background

The Crafts’ Successful Journey from New Parents to Children’s Lighthouse Franchisees

the-crafts-successful-journey-from-new-parents-to-childrens-lighthouse-franchisees

Franchisee spotlight graphic with photo of Amy Lepke and family and Papa Murphy's logo

After 14 Years as a Stay-At-Home Mom, Amy Lepke Returned to Papa Murphy’s — This Time as an Owner

papa-murphys-franchise-amy-lepke

Franchisee Spotlight with Micki Waters and Papa Murphy's Logo

Work Mom: How Micki Waters Became a Mother Figure to Her Entire Papa Murphy’s Team

work-mom-how-micki-waters-became-a-mother-figure-to-her-entire-papa-murphys-team

District Taco Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2025

franchise-deep-dive-district-tacos-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data

Franchisee spotlight image with photo of Robert Trujillo and UWRG logo on blue background

How Robert Trujillo Expanded His Construction Business With UWRG

how-robert-trujillo-expanded-his-construction-business-with-uwrg

On-The-Go: Business Travelers Prove To Be an Important Demographic for QSR and Fast Casual Franchises

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS