- 01
- Sep
While many view their summer holidays as a time to lounge around by the pool or relax on the beach, new research has shown that a growing number of holidaymakers are seeking a sense of adventure during their time off.
Research from private bank Cater Allen has found that out of more than 1,000 people involved in a recent study, more than half (54 per cent) said they would indulge in some form of activity during their break, with trekking topping the list in terms of popularity. More than a quarter (26 per cent) said they planned on going walking, while 12 per cent said they hoped to go scuba diving.
For those looking for a quick and easy way to fund holiday extras such as scuba diving, canoeing or horse-riding, taking out a cheap loan may prove an effective way to raise the cash necessary to get the most out of a holiday.
Indeed, a loan of this type may also prove useful for those organising less conventional sports activities, such as the five per cent of respondents who said they wanted to try out snowboarding or sandboarding.
Commenting on the findings, Cater Allen insisted that the figures showed that many Britons were hoping to get away from traditional European beach resorts, with 63 per cent of tourists preferring to travel to a long-haul destination. For a further 20 per cent, seeking a sense of adventure was the principal driver in terms of choosing the location of their holiday.
Richard Dunn, managing director at the bank, said: “This research shows that Britons are moving away from the traditional European family holidays and becoming more adventurous in their holiday choices. However, adventure style holidays can lead to potentially higher costs such as increased insurance, costs of adventure activities and fuel surcharges on long haul flights. With this in mind it is important to ensure that you are not paying unnecessary charges when you are using your card abroad.”
Further research from the group also showed that more traditional activities such as sailing and windsurfing are becoming less popular as extreme sports such as white-water rafting and bungee-jumping are proving enticing for a larger number of holidaying Brits. While one per cent of those questioned said they intended to go windsurfing, three per cent said they would prefer to pick up an oar and traverse the rapids in a raft.
Cater Allen added that these and other findings showed that Britons were keen on trying something new while they were away. Indeed, more than a quarter (26 per cent) said they wanted to get off the beaten track while they were abroad, while 11 per cent were planning a holiday in the rainforest.
For those looking for a fast way to raise the money for such trips, taking out a personal loan may allow consumers to avoid cutting corners in areas such as insurance and take on exciting activities with peace of mind. Opting for this type of loan may also prove useful for those struggling to pay for their holidays after research by Santander showed that Britons spend ten per cent of their net income on vacations each year.
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