Travel industry reports that bookings to Spain and Portugal are on the rise as UK travellers rate security as the most vital factor when booking a holidayHolidaymakers from the UK are opting for “safer” destinations this year,as the tourism industry continues to feel the effect of recent terrorism attacks in north Africa and mainland Europe.
According to industry insiders, bookings to Greece, and Spain and Portugal have seen a spike,while resorts in Tunisia and Egypt continue to experience a decline in visitor numbers. Travel deals site Travelzoo, which predominantly sells package holidays, and says companies it works with are expecting holidays to Spain and Greece to sell out within weeks,as airlines re-route their flights from Tunisia and Egypt.
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Source: theguardian.com