Is a Domestic Booking Boom Coming to Your Holiday Lets This Summer? Here’s How to Tell
Summary
Rising jet fuel costs and airline disruptions could lead to increased domestic travel in Europe this summer, particularly in drive-to destinations. Germany, France, and the UK are positioned to benefit from this shift, while fly-in markets like Greece and Portugal are most at risk. Hosts should analyze their booking data to determine if they are seeing a domestic booking increase and adjust their pricing accordingly.
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