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2.9 million adults in the North West plan to go on holiday of a lifetime following 2 years of Pandemic stuck years

IN 2022 a study has found that nearly 2.9 million North West adults (50%) are looking to go on a holiday of a lifetime after 2 years of travel restrictions, reveals new research from travel insurer World Nomads.

Overall, more than 21 million Brits (40%) are planning a major trip this year, as 7 million (14%) people have had to reschedule their holidays as a result of the Pandemic and a further 7.9 million (15%) want to make up for lost time after 2 years of travel restrictions. Interestingly, 43% of those planning to travel are aged under 35, with a significant number of young people having lost prime travelling years.

In the North West, 18% of adults are finally going on a major trip that had been postponed during the Pandemic, while 17% going on a trip directly as a result of being grounded for so long during the lockdown.

When it comes to destinations, while the majority of Brits (9.5 million) are planning big holidays within Europe (39%), a significant number are hoping to travel further afield with the United States being the leading destination (5.5 million). Closely behind is Canada (2.3 million) with Mexico (1.4 million), the UAE (1 million) and Thailand (1.2 million) completing the top 5 most desirable locations.

Other popular destinations include:- Egypt (667,000) Japan (754,000) and Cuba (661,000). It is clear that Brits are keen for an escape that goes beyond the usual Mediterranean holiday.

On a regional level, the North West is the 2nd most intrepid area behind London, where 61% of people are planning a major holiday. Other Regions with plans for major trips include:- the South East (41%) and West Midlands (37%).

The Pandemic appears to have changed the way UK adults see travel, with 30% saying that it has fuelled their desire to go further afield than they usually did. Further to this, 42% believe that the Pandemic made them more willing to experience new things out of their comfort zone, and 24% (12.7 million) said that they decided to extend or upgrade their existing travel plans as a result.

Additionally, this year in particular, North West adults are planning to spend more money on having an unforgettable holiday; perhaps due to the 33% of people who saved enough money during this time.

Jon Whitby, World Nomads General Manager of Marketing and Brands said:- "As we slowly return to normality, it is great to see that the desire to go on holiday seems as strong as ever. From our research it is clear that UK travellers are giving up their usual European trips and are looking to travel further to more exotic locations, exploring new Regions and experience local cultures. Brits value their freedom now more than ever after the restrictions imposed during the Pandemic. Whatever your reason for travelling this year, it's important to travel safer and smarter. Travel insurance can help protect your trip, so you can focus on getting the most out of your travels."

For more information, go to:- WorldNomads.Com.