Friday, July 12, 2024 Perhaps it’s the gloomy UK weather, but a record number of Brits (83%) are eager to go abroad for a holiday this summer, according to new research from AllClear Travel Insurance. This is an increase from 78% last June and 64% the previous year. AllClear’s annual tracking study surveyed a representative sample of 2,106 adults about their overseas summer holiday plans for this year.
Beach holidays (45%) and relaxing hotel pool stays (30%) continue to be the most popular choices for summer 2024. Additionally, cruise holidays remain a favorite among those over 55 (11%). Other holiday preferences have seen year-on-year increases: The AllClear data also indicates a significant rise in the percentage of people with medical conditions seeking a holiday abroad this summer, reaching 73%.
This marks a notable increase from 61% in June 2023 and 58% in summer 2022. Garry Nelson, Head of Corporate Affairs at AllClear Travel Insurance comments: “After such a challenging time for the sector – enduring a global pandemic and then into a cost-of-living crisis – it is welcome news to see such a bounce-back for the travel industry. This underscores the need for holidaymakers to get the best possible cover.
In recent years, we have noted a growing trend among older holiday makers – and those with medical conditions – to economise on their travel cover in order to get a cheaper policy. We encourage everyone to get the best possible cover, to ensure no one is inad.