UK holidays are now £300 more expensive post-Covid – here are the best bargains abroad for less than that

STAYCATIONS have become hugely popular over the past couple of years, especially since the Covid pandemic restricted travel abroad.

And it seems that the huge demand has has a knock on effect to prices, with UK holidays shooting up in price – and much more expensive than similar European getaways.

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According to research from Which? the cost of private holiday accommodation in the UK has surged 41 per cent since 2019 pre-Covid, working out to an average £300 extra per week.

This means that a UK break typically costs hundreds more than a trip to an equivalent European getaway, even with flights being included.

The findings were based on comparing the average cost of private holiday rentals, hotels and other expenses in the most popular UK destinations with similar locations abroad, and in almost every case, the UK holiday was more expensive.

Some of the most shocking prices differences include a seven night holiday in Lake Garda in Italy in August which came in at just £632 – while a similar seven nights in the UK at Lake Windermere cost a whopping £2,381.

Similarly, seven nights in Nice at a highly rated hotel would set holidaymakers back £679 – the same in Brighton costs £1,088.

If you want to make a saving and head abroad, we’ve found some of the best deals at the moment for destinations in Europe on the green and amber lists, all under £300 each.

Many Brits have been sticking to the UK for their summer breaks this year due to international travel restrictions.

This has led to a huge surge in demand and complaints about the increasing cost of staycations.

Rory Boland, Which? Travel Editor said: “Holidaying at home has always been expensive, but the situation has become far worse during the pandemic and it’s no wonder many people have felt priced out of a holiday this year.”

“The reasons for these higher prices are complex, but it is hard to avoid the conclusion that some unscrupulous accommodation providers are charging over the odds.”

“The good news is that there are ways to save on UK holidays. By looking just a few miles down the road from the most popular destinations or travelling out of peak holiday season, holidaymakers can significantly reduce the cost of their trip.”

For breaks in the UK, holiday parks are offering some big bargains and we’ve found the best UK holiday parks with children’s entertainment and the best holiday parks with outdoor pools.

We’ve also rounded up great deals in the UK’s warmest places and found the best kid-friendly beaches and England’s best family-friendly seaside towns.

If you’re looking for more foreign holiday inspiration, we’ve found cheap all inclusive holidays for this summer and there are many cheap package holidays.

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