With the recession starting to bite, many cash-strapped families are taking the decision to forsake foreign holidays in favour of the UK. According to a recent survey, around 20 percent of Brits are gearing up for a holiday in their own country.
However, due to this sudden surge in interest, many of the nation’s favourite destinations are starting to fill up. It’s often wise to keep an eye on the weather forecast before making a dash for the coast when holidaying within the UK, but those who opt for this approach are liable to be disappointed.
In addition to this, holidaying within the UK can be surprisingly expensive. Cheap package holidays have encouraged the notion that a week away is a cheap thing to do, but a week on holiday in Britain can see a great deal of expense on food and accommodation.
That said, the plus side is a reduction in travel costs and the near elimination of travel time. Most people are within reach of at least one suitable tourist area within the UK and getting there beats the hours of waiting for planes or on the road.