Insight
Bookings for five to seven nights rose by 54% in the two weeks before Easter.
UK staycations drive last-minute Easter booking surge, Awaze data shows
Summary
UK staycation bookings surged ahead of Easter, driven by last-minute decisions and domestic travel preferences. Cottages.com and Hoseasons saw significant year-over-year booking increases, particularly for larger properties and longer stays. Properties with hot tubs were also in high demand. This trend highlights the impact of cost-of-living and global uncertainty on travel choices.
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