Brexit worries won't stop Brits heading for holiday hotspots in 2017

Holiday-hungry Brits will not be put off by uncertainty over the Government’s Brexit negotiations and will keep heading abroad on ever more inspirational trips in 2017.
A study says travel industry figures show bookings for next summer are currently 11 per cent up on the 2016 peak period.



And almost a quarter of the population (24 per cent) plan to spend more on their foreign holidays next year, it adds.
The Travel Trends Report 2017 from travel association ABTA says the outlook for the industry in 2017 is positive, though tempered by caution and uncertainty especially over Brexit talks.

It also highlights emerging and key trends in travel which will influence the nation’s holiday habits in the year ahead - and reveals the 12 ‘Destinations to watch’ for 2017 which include Chile, Azores, Co. Kerry, Denmark and Kerala in India.
Among the key trends ABTA found were a rise in popularity of places where the pound may go further, such as Argentina, Mexico and South Africa, and an increase in the long-haul city break to the likes of Tokyo, Cape Town, Hong Kong, Miami and Washington DC.
We’ll also try more inspiring ‘micro-adventures’ on holidays – where we sample activities such as sleeping under the stars, cycling, walking, wild swimming and kayaking during our breaks - and increasingly book trips with a sustainable focus.



ABTA chief Mark Tanzer said: ‘’As we reflect on a challenging but successful year for the travel industry and look at the prospects for 2017, there are encouraging signs pointing towards a positive outlook for next year.

‘’However, when there is so much volatility and uncertainty in our economy, it is difficult to predict what is going to happen to bookings next year and Brexit negotiations will certainly impact the travel industry.
‘’Despite this uncertainty, it is always inspiring to see the incredible range of destinations and holidays available to people.”