Holidaymakers heading to Spain, Cyprus, and Turkey are seeing sharp price increases in summer package holidays from the UK. According to TravelSupermarket data shared with BBC News, all-inclusive seven-night trips in August have become significantly more expensive. Cyprus saw a 23% rise, jumping from £950 to £1,166 per person, while the UAE topped the list with a 26% increase.

Of the top ten most-searched destinations, only Italy and Tunisia bucked the trend with price drops. Others—including Spain, Greece, and Portugal—have climbed, prompting many families to cut trips short, travel mid-week, or book last minute in search of savings.

Travel industry experts link the rising costs to higher energy bills, food prices, and staff wages, while noting that some travelers still upgrade to premium packages despite the hike.

Budget-savvy holidaymakers are getting creative—from packing light to timing flights strategically—to keep costs down.

Source: BBC News

Beach dreams are still alive—just with a bit more budgeting brilliance.

July 2025 – North Yorkshire welcomed over 32 million visitors in 2024—a 3.8% rise from the previous year—according to North Yorkshire Council. The county’s tourism economy is now valued at £4 billion annually, supporting more than 38,000 full-time jobs.

Notably, Castle Howard saw a 10% summer spike in visitor numbers, thanks to standout events like a sculpture exhibition. The destination’s director called the year “record-breaking,” surpassing pre-pandemic attendance.

A newly launched destination management plan aims to fuel further growth over the next decade, spearheaded by Visit North Yorkshire and the local council.

North Yorkshire’s charm clearly continues to captivate—one step closer to becoming Britain’s tourism crown jewel.