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Half of Brits change travel plans due to cost - ditching Spain for staycations

A new poll has found that half of Brits have changed their travel plans this summer due to rising costs and global uncertainty - as more head to the South West of England than Spain

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More Brits are committed to staying in the UK this summer(Image: Getty Images)

Half of holidaymakers have altered their travel arrangements due to soaring costs and global uncertainty. A survey of 2,000 holidaymakers revealed 22% are organising their breaks more last minute, while 32% would prefer to remain somewhere nearer to the UK.

More than half (54%) have already booked a staycation, as research reveals people will be venturing to the South West of England this summer than making the traditional trek to Spain.

Nearly seven in 10 (67%) are keen to dodge the stress of hectic airports while 16% have postponed their escape due to continuing issues worldwide.

Ryan Johnson, senior vice president at Enterprise Mobility in the UK and Ireland, which commissioned the research, said: "This summer's travel trends paint a clear picture of how UK holidaymakers are approaching their summer holidays, with domestic travel, and road trips in particular, firmly at the forefront.

"Cost, convenience and a desire for more flexibility are all shaping those decisions in meaningful ways."

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Staycations are a great way to avoid the stress of the airport(Image: Getty Images)

For 'stay-trippers' people swapping overseas holidays for road trips and short breaks across the UK cost was a key factor. More than a third (37%) would choose a domestic road trip over travelling overseas due to price.

According to the OnePoll.com data, a third (35%) also believe staying closer to home makes planning easier, while another 33% said they have the option to be more flexible with their plans.

For those planning a road trip within the UK, the Scottish Highlands (42%), Lake District (40%) and Cornwall (37%) were identified as the most desirable destinations.

In terms of driving specifically, reliability was the main factor when choosing a suitable vehicle (46%), followed by comfort and passenger space (39%) and fuel efficiency (33%).

Traffic was the primary worry for those hitting the road this summer (54%).

Ryan Johnson from Enterprise Mobility added: "We see the results reflected in the way our customers choose their travel.

"Having the right vehicle in the right place at the right time is fundamental, and customers need a vehicle that is reliable, comfortable and well suited to the journey ahead, qualities that are essential to creating a great road trip experience."

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