More Brits predicted to book flights to non-eurozone countries

A recent report by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the Association of British Travel Agents A recent report by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) indicates that 2009 will see more British people booking flights to Turkey, Egypt and Mexico.

FCO and ABTA"s 2009 Travel Trends Report says the number of bookings for flights to Egypt from the UK has increased by about 28 percent over the last 12 months. Also, visitors to Turkey has risen by 32 percent. The data reveals that an increasing number of Brits are choosing to travel to countries that don"t have the Euro, mainly on account of the poor exchange rate with the pound.

Commenting on the trend suggested by the data, Frances Tuke, from ABTA, said that travellers had turned "more adventurous" over the last few years, especially because non-eurozone countries offered good value for money options.

He added, "But when travelling to these destinations, it is very important to check Foreign Office advice and ensure you make sure you see a health professional who will recommend what vaccinations you may need and what precautions you should take.

However, the FCO has advised travellers to first familiarise themselves with the laws and customs of countries located outside the eurozone before travelling besides taking out appropriate travel insurance.

In a recent statement, ABTA said it was concerned that more flight passengers might travel without taking travel insurance this year.

(ABTA) remarks that reflecting a shift in the popular trend, the year 2009 will see more British people booking for flights to Turkey, Egypt and Mexico.

FCO and ABTA"s 2009 Travel Trends Report says the number of bookings for flights to Egypt from the UK has increased by about 28 percent over the last 12 months. Also, number of visitors to Turkey has risen by 32 percent. The data reveals that increasing number of Brits are choosing to travel to countries that don"t have the Euro, mainly on account of the poor exchange rate with the pound.

Commenting on the trend suggested by the data, Frances Tuke, from ABTA, said that travellers had turned "more adventurous" over the last few years, especially because non-eurozone countries offered good value for money options.

He added, "But when travelling to these destinations, it is very important to check Foreign Office advice and ensure you make sure you see a health professional who will recommend what vaccinations you may need and what precautions you should take.

However, the FCO has advised travellers to first familiarise themselves with the laws and customs of countries located outside the eurozone before travelling besides taking out appropriate travel insurance.

In a recent statement, ABTA said it was concerned that more flight passengers might travel without taking travel insurance during this year.
source: ebookers