International travel tour bookings on the rise in the UK
International travel tour bookings from the UK continue to make a strong come back in face of changing travel restrictions
The latest data from global platform ToursByLocals has shown that consumers booking experience holidays outside of the UK now make up 55% of bookings, with 45% continuing to favour domestic tours since June 1st, 2021.
The news might represent a shining light for many in the travel industry who have been hit hard during the pandemic. With ever-changing travel restrictions for both inbound and outbound travellers across Europe, there is a sign of consumer confidence that international travel is heading in the right direction once again.
Tours By Locals data went on to highlight that when looking at bookings made with a 1-to-10-day travel window (34% of bookings), international destinations made up their most popular destinations.
- Mallorca, Spain
- Malta
- Jerusalem, Israel
- Chendu, China
- Athens, Greece
- The Hague & Deft, Netherlands
- Seville, Spain
- Santorini, Greece
ToursByLocals is the world’s leading marketplace for private and customisable tours. They offer thousands of bespoke tours and experiences in over 193 countries. Private tours are a fantastic way to experience destinations on our doorsteps. Local experts on the platform know how to avoid crowds and secure exclusive bookings, ensuring that personalisation and safety is available for each customer. Travellers can benefit from 24/7 customer support, full access to the individual guides during the trip planning process, no-risk refunds with cancellation for any reason up to the day of the tour.
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