With the UK economy still under pressure, residents have become much savvier when it comes to planning their holidays. Saving money is now a top priority and luxury rarely entered into the equation. This often means cheap flights, economical hotel rooms, and frugal dinning.
Travellers are also taking advantage of online promotions and bundling deals. This means that they often book their flights and hotel rooms together in order to avoid excessive room rates. Customers also sniff out cheaper rates for car rental services and travel insurance.
We also know that UK residents are staying closer to home. As it has been for the past few years, Spain was once again the number one destination of travellers in 2009. There are a number of reasons for this. First and foremost, Spain is close to home and airfares are comparatively cheap. Not to mention the fact that luxury villas Spain to rent are affordable.
Yes, we know we said that travellers were not looking for luxury. But for those who have saved, it is now possible to find rooms at five-star hotels for three-star prices due to the poor economy and special promotions.
Still, most folks are travelling on a tight budget and saving money is a top priority. That is why they make vacation plans months in advance and take advantage of every free promotion and incentive they can find.