United Kingdom
United States
Asia Pacific
Short break planning adds to stress levels
Last minute planning of short breaks leaves almost half of people stressed out, new research claims.
The findings of a poll by Post Office travel services shows that 46% of people experience high levels of stress preparing for their holidays while 61% leave less than a week to prepare for their trip.
More than a third (34%) of men are unlikely to take out travel insurance for a short break, compared to just 16% of women.
Meanwhile, nearly a quarter (22%) of men are concerned about sightseeing activities while on holiday, while 13% of women fret about the house before they depart.
For 18% of those taking short breaks, travel insurance is viewed as nothing more than an additional expense, particularly when trying to keep associated costs to a minimum, according to the research.
The results come as an estimated 20 million people plan short breaks to coincide with the autumn school half-term.
Post Office head of travel services Hugh Stacey said: “The advice from the Post Office is don’t be short-sighted when it comes to short breaks.
“Whether you are going away for a couple of days or a fortnight’s holiday, you are just as susceptible to theft, loss or accidents. Make sure you avoid unwanted stress on holiday and enjoy your well-earned break by taking out adequate travel insurance before you leave.”
Report by Phil Davies
Related News Stories:
Phil Davies
Kittipong Prapattong’s Plan for Thailand’s Tourism Growth: Taxes, Visas, and Campaigns
James Jin: Didatravel’s Journey from China to Global Reach and the Impact of AI on Travel
Darien Schaefer on Pensacola’s Evolution: From Small Town to Global Destination
Florida Tourism’s Next Frontier: Dana Young on Expanding Beyond the Classics
Patrick Harrison on Tampa Bay Tourism’s Resilience and Marketing Strategy
Bubba O’Keefe on Clarksdale’s Vibrant Music Scene
Commemorating Elvis and Embracing Tupelo’s Culture with Jennie Bradford Curlee
Craig Ray and the Expansion of the Blues Trail
Presenting Mississippi’s Cultural Trails with Katie Coats
Robert Terrell: A Journey Through BB King’s Influence
Rochelle Hicks: Celebrating Mississippi’s Musical Legacy
Exploring Jacksonville with Katie Mitura: The Flip Side of Florida
Dozens fall ill in P&O Cruises ship outbreak
Turkish Airlines flight in emergency landing after pilot dies
Boy falls to death on cruise ship
Unexpected wave rocks cruise ship
Storm Lilian travel chaos as bank holiday flights cancelled