Valentine’s Day is now widely celebrated all over the world: Majorities in most of 28 countries surveyed plan to do something special with their loved one this February 14.
On behalf of the European Commission, Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs, Ipsos' European Public Affairs conducted a Flash Eurobarometer survey about the attitudes of Europeans towards tourism.
According to a survey carried out by Ipsos for the Europ Assistance Group1 , 82% of Belgians say they are going on holiday this year. Among them, 59% intend to leave this summer.
Over in Europe, we are beset by storms, rain and cold weather. So, for many people, booking a holiday in the sun offers a glimpse of hope amidst the gloom. With far more money to spend, the Affluents are particularly keen on travel – and do so for both business and pleasure. In fact, the average Affluent in Europe takes about 10 flights a year and stays around 24 nights in hotels.
Europ Assistance releases its 19th annual Barometer on Summer Holidays, focusing on Europeans and Americans holidays plans. In 2019, summer holiday plans are consolidating in almost all countries with an increasing budget in Europe but decreasing in the United States and in Brazil. Millennials and senior holidaymakers behave quite differently when it comes to holidays (anticipation, choice, activities…). There is a growing trend towards more “natural” holidays in Europe, with an increasing share of holidaymakers attracted to the mountains and the countryside.
Taking vacation is a way to get away for a few days from the fast-paced modern world. But do we take all vacation days available to us? Do we fully disconnect when we are away? A new Ipsos Global @dvisor poll reveals opinions of citizens in 27 countries around the world about taking time off.
With the holiday season in full swing and Affluent increasingly searching for unique experiences rather than growing their material possessions, the luxury travel market is booming. What are the travel trends among Affluent worldwide?
