MADISON (WKOW) – The COVID-19 pandemic stopped most travel in 2020, but with vaccination rates rising and case numbers falling, the tourism industry is starting to recover.

“All of the leading indicators that we’re seeing not only nationally about the mood for travel but also here in Door County from inns and businesses seem to have really strong demand for tourism,” said Jon Jarosh, director of communications and public relations for Destination Door County said.

The surge in travel interest isn’t just limited to Wisconsin’s vacation hotspot.

Marin Haning owns two rental properties near Baraboo and she said reservations are coming in quickly.

“Our calendar for our primary flagship is booked for the summer,” she said. “And our second property is usually fully booked too.”

Thursday the 27th news at 10 a.m., let’s take a look at the precautions families and vacation destinations are taking to ensure people can stay safe and healthy while traveling this summer.