4 Benefits of Taking a Summer Staycation in the UK this Year
19 July 2024
If you don't fancy the endless queues and security checks at airports this Summer you're not alone. Since Covid-19, the popularity of staycations - or holidaying in your own country - have soared. According to Statista, in 2023, the share of Britons taking a staycation increased by 50 percent compared to the previous year.
Despite the lure of hot weather and days spent on the beach that foreign travel promises, there's a lot to be said for appreciating the beauty of the UK. From stunning national parks, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, famous landmarks to diverse cities full of attractions for all the family, it's well worth taking the time to explore your own country, rather than racing off somewhere abroad.
What's more, for families on a budget, a staycation is the perfect option. With this in mind, and the unpredictability of British weather pending, we take a look at the benefits of staying in the UK and some of the best days out and attractions on offer.
Convenience
Exploring your doorstep, or even travelling a couple of hours up the road is far more convenient than having to get to the airport, board a flight and then work out how to get from the airport to your hotel once you're hot, sweaty and probably feeling very travel weary. One of the great things about staycations, is that you don't have to travel far to experience some of the best parts of the UK.
With some incredible sights in Scotland, Yorkshire, Essex and all the way down to Cornwall, there's so much to explore if you stay in the UK this summer. Booking a short stay somewhere has never been easier, with our range of packages up and down the country. Whether you fancy a London Hotel Break in the capital, or a quirky stay in the countryside with an Unusual Escape in Norfolk or beyond, we have all sorts of fun stays across the country!
Whether you fancy exploring the city or the countryside, it's safe to say exploring the UK and embracing the lure of domestic travel is far more convenient than the difficulties that can come with foreign travel. So, before heading straight to last minute flights abroad, why not explore what's available on your own doorstep first?
Affordability
There's no denying it, most people have been impacted by the cost of living crisis, but especially families who already find it difficult to finance entertaining children throughout the summer. However, staying in the UK and finding activities to do closer to home is a good option if you're looking to have some fun but don't want to break the bank. And you don't even have to splash out on a short stay to make the most of the holidays.
In fact, having days out spread across the weeks means there's always something to do for the children, and everything isn't packed in to the one or two weeks when you are away. With experiences as low as £7.50 but packed with endless fun for all the family, if you're sticking to a budget but still want to have fun as a family this summer, you're definitely in the right place.
If you are looking for some inspiration, here are some of our fun and frugal experiences you could try:
- Alpaca Walking in Warwickshire (£7.50)
- Great British Car Journey Exhibition in Derbyshire (£8.50 for a child, £17 for an adult)
- Water Wipeout Session in Hertfordshire (£16.00)
These are just a sample of some of the more affordable days out you can do in the UK, but make sure to explore our complete range of Days out in the UK to find something close to you. You can even use the handy regional filters to sort through the experiences in the areas you are planning a staycation or trip out in!
Reduced stress
We've all been there. Sometimes it doesn't take much to end up feeling more stressed on holiday abroad than you do in your normal day to day life! Whilst trying to make sure all the children are head to toe in SPF, fed at regular intervals and not straying beyond your eye level, sometimes taking the family somewhere abroad isn't worth the stress. With a holiday in the UK, you're going to be more relaxed overall as it's a country you know like the back of your hand. If you need to cancel something at the last minute, you don't have to navigate through a language barrier to solve a problem.
Although you're probably going to end up exploring somewhere new with a staycation, you don't have to worry quite as much about things going wrong or how to resolve them. This means parents and the rest of the family are probably going to be more relaxed overall, which sounds more like how a holiday should be.
Fun for all!
We think it's a myth that you can't have fun in the UK, or you have to spend a small fortune to make memories that last a lifetime. When there's such a wide range of activities, days out and short stays across thousands of locations in the country, a staycation has never seemed more appealing. With experiences that cater to every interest and budget, fun is inevitably going to be had for all the family without having to splash the cash to make it happen.
So whatever your summer plans are looking like right now, don't abandon the idea of having some fun on your own doorstep when there are so many incredible areas to explore filled to the brim with exciting activities for all ages.