Brits have shared the top 30 things they love most about staycations as more and more choose to stay at home instead of going abroad
Families are choosing to stay in the UK and embrace holidays only a short drive away(Image: Matt Howell)
Brits’ favourite things about a staycation include shorter travel times, avoiding the airport – and proper pub lunches. A poll of 2,000 adults revealed over a third of Brits would prefer to holiday on home turf than go abroad. In addition, rising travel costs have made 50% of Brits more likely to holiday at home.
Nevertheless, many enjoy the opportunity to visit the countryside and take in scenic drives. For 28%, the stunning coastlines are the best thing about staying in the UK, with 62% saying the best type of staycation is a ’coastal getaway’. This was followed by 50% who love a city break and 28% who enjoy camping or glamping.
Eurig Druce, managing director of Vauxhall, which commissioned the research, said: “The UK is such a wonderful place to holiday, and it’s been great finding out why people love it so much.
“Everyone has memories of holidaying in the UK from their childhood, and more than ever, Brits are choosing ‘staycations’ over going abroad, whether that be because of the beautiful scenery on our doorstep or the comfort of travelling in your own car.”
The south west of England was considered the best place to get away for 21%, followed by Scotland (15%) and Wales (11%).
It emerged those polled, via OnePoll.com, are willing to spend an average of £391.11 per trip. And the only potential downside was that 78% felt the weather could make or break a holiday in the UK.
The car is the most common mode of transport (80%) with the average person travelling just under 206 miles. Of the electric vehicle drivers polled, 77% said having charging points at their accommodation is important.
The research found 15% have been asked by their children to be more environmentally friendly when planning their trips, and one in 10 said sustainability is a priority for them when booking.
Eurig Druce from Vauxhall added: “The Grandland Electric has been designed with families in mind, with a spacious interior, large boot and an electric range of over 300 miles, making it the ideal vehicle for a ‘staycation.’
“Whether it is stunning coastlines, rural escapes or bustling city centres, the home nations have some fantastic places on offer for people to enjoy.”
THE TOP 30 THINGS BRITS LOVE ABOUT STAYCATIONS
- Stunning coastlines
- Shorter travel times
- Visiting historical landmarks
- Green countryside
- Avoiding the airport experience
- Woodland walks
- Fish and chips
- Learning more about the UK
- Proper pub lunches
- Taking scenic drives
- Feeling refreshed
- No luggage restrictions
- Taking the dog
- Full English breakfasts
- Staying in unique places
- Wildlife watching
- Supporting local independent shops
- Watching the sunset
- Everything in a language you understand
- Familiar shops and produce
- Ice cream
- Not having to worry about exchange rates
- Live music
- The people
- Amusement arcades
- Local festivals
- Farmers’ markets and local produce
- Proper tea
- Trying regional dishes
- Sleeping in without the guilt of missing the day