Latest travel and holiday news from On the Beach

British holidaymakers loosen the purse strings

This week, a poll of nearly 3,000 people revealed that holidaymakers are loosening their purse strings and are planning more holidays in the sun next year.

The survey found that the number of people budgeting £900 or more per person on holidays has increased by 10% this year and those budgeting between £900 and £1500 has also risen by 16%.

The results of the survey also showed that Brits are planning on treating themselves to three or more holidays in 2013.

We say; “After a difficult few years’ with most of us having to keep a close eye on our spending, it’s encouraging to hear that things are finally getting better. However, whilst people are considering spending more on their holidays next year, it’s important that holidaymakers make sure they are getting real value for money. For those looking to grab the best deals, we would advise them to book early.”

Experts say winter sun holidays are good for your health

Medical experts have revealed how escaping the typical British winter weather and jetting off to sunnier climes can have significant health benefits including increased levels of Vitamin D to banishing the winter blues… like we need any more excuses to treat ourselves to a winter sun holiday.

We say; “We Brits work longer hours than most of our European neighbours so it’s important that we all take a break from everyday life, sit back in the sun and forget about any troubles at work.”

New routes from Scottish airports means more sun

Low cost giant Ryanair announced this week that it is adding new routes to the sun from Glasgow and Edinburgh.

These new routes for summer 2013 include some of the most popular summer sun destinations such as the ever popular Greek island of Corfu and Cagliari; Sardinia.

We say, “This is great news for Scottish holidaymakers who are looking to book a holiday in the sun next year. Corfu has always been a popular destination for Brits and with this new route; we expect to see many Scots heading to the sun drenched island next year.”

Football at 35,000ft…back of the net!

Football fans will never again have to miss an important match, as The Premier League has signed a contract with a company called IMG Media to show coverage of matches on Sport 24, the 24hr sports channel exclusively for the airline industry.

We say; “We are sure this will prove very popular and is great news for football fans. I’m sure many airlines will want to sign up to this and offer back-seat footy to passengers.”

 

Written on 7th December 2012 by

Tanase Rivers

Brand manager & digital marketer, festival frequenter, beach holiday bum, free spirit and lover of Yorkshire puddings. Festivals in the sun are my fave :)

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