Reasons for domestic holiday travel in England 2015 | Statista

This statistic displays the reasons for domestic holiday travel in England as of September 2015. Around half of respondents reported holidaying more in England than abroad for financial reasons, and 11 percent reported favoring domestic holiday trips because they are easier with a young family.

Reasons for domestic holiday travel in England as of September 2015

Characteristic	Share of respondents
Financial - cheaper than going abroad	49%
It's easier to take short breaks in England	47%
I like England/the UK	37%
Too much hassle to go abroad	23%
It's easier to get offers for England (or the UK)	22%
The cost of passports is too high	16%
The cost of travel insurance	14%
I don't like flying	11%
It's easier with a young family	11%

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Release date

October 2015

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Region

United Kingdom (England)

Survey time period

September 14-17, 2015

Number of respondents

177 respondents

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

Exact date of publication not given.
Survey question worded as follows: "You said you’re holidaying more in England and less abroad. Why is that?"

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