With the cost of fuel prices through the roof, adults are concerned about the ever growing prices, especially with the Easter holidays just around the corner.
Bookings for coach travel with the National Express are seeing a rise ahead of the Easter holidays, as cost-conscious families look for more affordable ways to travel across the UK. With reports of a 40% overall increase in the last two weeks alone.
VisitBritain’s latest Domestic Sentiment Tracker shows 64% of UK adults report being impacted by the cost of living crisis. Many saying they are tightening their budgets or reducing overall spending, with financial pressures emerging as a key obstacle with travelling.
In fact, 31% say affordability is one of the main reasons preventing them from taking an overnight trip within the UK, while 23% say rising fuel costs are discouraging them from travelling altogether.
National Express says coach travel offers a practical, budget-friendly and comfortable alternative for those keen to get away in the UK or further afield, without the added expense or driving.
Director of Commercial at National Express, Helen Smyth said,
“People still want to get away this Easter and spend quality time with their family or simply switch off for a few days. But with fuel prices continuing to rise, many are looking for more cost-effective ways to get around.
“Coach travel allows people to enjoy a spring getaway without worrying about the cost of filling up the car, parking or other driving expenses – helping to keep UK breaks and airport travel for holidays abroad more affordable.
She added:
“With hundreds of great value, reliable and frequent coaches serving destinations across the UK including all major airports, those seeking an Easter or spring break have one less thing to worry about and can make the most of their budget.”
Even with the pressures of finances, families still want to venture off on holidays, creating those special memories with their loved ones.
And if leaving the car at home and taking the coach allows families to head off on that new adventure this Easter, that’s what they’ll do.
National Express coaches connect hundreds of destinations across the UK, offering comfortable leather reclining seats, free Wi-Fi on selected routes, convenient USB charging points, and a generous luggage allowance of up to 20kg.
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