Brits are expected to be more adventurous in their choice of destination next year, based on ABTA research.
The association’s Holiday Habits Report found almost one in five (18%) say they will travel to a country they have never been to before next year, compared to 9% who said this last year.
"In recent years, people have put their faith in tried and tested destinations but next year may see holidaymakers in a more exploratory mood," said ABTA.
"Furthermore, nearly a quarter (23%) say they will try a new resort or city, even if they have visited the country before, compared to 10% who said this last year."
Almost a quarter (23%) of the population is expecting to spend more on holidays in 2016, compared to 20% who said the same a year ago.
ABTA members are reporting strong forward bookings for Spain, Portugal, Cyprus and Malta.
They also say bookings to Cuba, Cape Verde, Kenya and Thailand are looking positive for 2016, while demand for Jamaica, Barbados and the UAE is also strong for this winter and next year.
Despite its economic problems and the migration crisis, bookings to Greece remain healthy, while Turkey and Egypt were the main destinations seeing a drop in business.
"This may partly have been due to the public reaction to the terrorist attack in Tunisia at the end of June. In addition, bookings in non-Eurozone Mediterranean countries often suffer when the pound is strong against the Euro, with many customers choosing to holiday in the Eurozone instead," said ABTA.
