British holidaymakers are changing their travel habits in 2016, according to new research by travel deals company Travelzoo.
Despite their fears or concerns about safety, according to the results a just-released study by Travelzoo,
the majority of British people (82 percent) are still planning to go on one or more holidays this year. Now … more survey results:
—More than two thirds (71 percent) are now choosing where to go based on how safe they feel the destination is.
—In fact, safety has become the most important factor in travel decisions
—Affordability, at 52 percent, is the second most important factor among British travelers.
—Number three among those factors important in the decision making process among British travelers, at 42 percent, is the weather.
Where They’re Going, or Want to go, this Summer: The United States, at number four overall, is the favorite long-haul destination among UK travelers. The favorites shape up as follows.
Top Ten Favorite Travel Destinations
For British Travelers in 2016
| Destination & Rank | Percentage among British Travelers |
|---|---|
| 1. UK | 27% |
| 2. Spain | 21% |
| 3. France | 10% |
| 4. USA | 8% |
| 4. Italy | 8% |
| 6. Greece | 7% |
| 7. Canada | 5% |
| 7. Germany | 5% |
| 7. Portugal | 5% |
| 10. Australia | 4% |
| 10. Carribean | 4% |
| 10. Cyprus | 4% |
| Source: Travelzoo |
