The Costa del Sol has lost its spark for British holidaymakers-so says British travel agent Thomas Cook. The holiday giant has seen bookings slump by 18 per cent because of expensive hotel prices and unattractive currency rates.
Spain has always been a firm favourite with families looking for guaranteed sunshine and a short flying time but the recent downturn in the economy has seen penny pinching holidaymakers switch to cheaper resorts in Turkey and Egypt.
Commenting on the recent dip in Spanish bookings, Thomas Cook chief executive Manny Fontenla-Novoa said: “It is a dangerous time for tourism in Spain unless it shows some flexibility on cost. Consumers will not pay more to go to Spain if Turkey is better value.â€
So where will you be heading next summer? Are you willing to trade Spanish paella for Turkish kebab to save a few quid? Let us know your thoughts!
Written by F.H
