Are Britain’s holiday habits changing?
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00:00 On June 5th, anti-tourism protesters were warned that holidaymakers were being put off from coming to Spain due to their actions.
00:08 This came after protests throughout Majorca and Spain, wherein residents argued against over-tourism from us Brits.
00:15 In light of this, are Britain's holiday tastes changing?
00:18 It's been reported that the factors which most influence how people travel are the three C's - cost, convenience and comfort.
00:26 Furthermore, Euronews.com reported that 77% of UK residents would consider the environment in future holiday plans.
00:34 Covid and the impact of nationwide lockdowns has had a big influence on people's attitudes towards the tourism industry and its effect on the environment.
00:42 With this in mind, according to research from the Department of Transport, travelling by ferry as a foot passenger is one of the most eco-friendly ways to travel.
00:52 New research has brought to light that as many as 10.2 million people in the UK have never travelled by ferry.
00:58 So, does that mean that we Brits have lost our sea legs?
01:01 Well, what do you think? Have you ever fancied a boating holiday?