- British holidaymakers are increasingly opting for European destinations due to concerns over the Middle East conflict.
- The conflict, which caused international flight disruptions in March, has led travellers to seek "reliable" and familiar holiday spots closer to home.
- Travel companies report a significant surge in interest and bookings for European locations such as mainland Spain, the Canary Islands, Greek Islands, Balearic Islands, and Sardinia.
- While some destinations like Turkey, Egypt, and Cyprus initially faced perceived risks, demand for these affordable options is now recovering.
- Despite a general shift towards Europe, long-haul destinations including the Caribbean, Japan, Australia, and cruise holidays continue to attract some travellers.
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