UK breaks hit all-time low
01 January 2000
fewer Britons than ever before are holidaying at home, according to the latest annual survey by the British Tourist Authority (BTA).
Last year 54% of Britons' holidays were spent in the UK compared with 69% a decade ago. This is the lowest figure in the 37 years of the British National Travel Survey.
Adele Biss, chairman of the BTA, said that despite the "worrying loss of share" she was hopeful the trend could be reversed, through better information and promotion.
The West Country remains the most popular destination in the UK followed by southern England.
The average amount spent was £146 compared with £564 for foreign holidays.
