One in three travellers are opting for self-catering holidays in order to keep control of their budgets this year.
Research from the TravelSupermarket Travel Trends Tracker has revealed that of the 5,000 people questioned, only 8% intend on taking a short city break this year, compared to 11% last year. The research indicated that this is because holidaymakers are less likely to plan for an ‘extra’ break away this year, making all short breaks on the decline.
Bob Atkinson, of TravelSupermarket said: “We have seen that in 2012 there will be a significant decrease in those taking a short break of less than seven nights.
“Perhaps thought of as an ‘extra’ break the research also shows a reduction in the number of people going away for stag and hen dos, nights away for a special occasion and for friends or family weddings.
“However, the reduced demand may well lead to an increase in the number of bargains around, in which case we may see short breaks pick up again in the second half of the year.”
The most popular holiday (37%) is by the beach. For those of you in this camp, you can find plenty of beach-based cottages on the Holiday Cottages site.
#1 by Yvonne Smith on January 18, 2012 - 1:54 pm
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I would also say that self-catering holidays in the UK will always remain popular due to their overall lower cost than an over-seas holiday. We find that even in years when the economy isn’t doing as well we still see a consistent stream of UK based bookings. People realise that although a holiday isn’t deemed a necessity – in many cases it is.
#2 by Cottage Agent on January 20, 2012 - 8:45 am
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Hi excellent article
We are seeing an increase in self catering too
Just wondered if we could let your readers know about a new Cottage booking site for UK owners – its called cottage agent.
#3 by Janet on October 5, 2012 - 4:04 am
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Hi!Self-catering services were increasing now in UK.It is more cheaper than hotels.I don’t think self catering holidays will be unpopular nowadays..Interesting topic..
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